A passionate advocate for children, Elizabeth Edwards has been a tireless worker on behalf of important social causes.
An accomplished attorney, Mrs. Edwards is a graduate of the North Carolina School of Law where she met her husband, former US Senator John Edwards.
Mrs. Edwards has inspired countless women through her willingness to publicly share her battle with breast cancer. In her book, Saving Graces: Finding Solace and Strength from Friends and Strangers and her newest publication, Resilience: Reflections on the Burdens and Gifts of Facing Life's Adversities, she reflects on her trials, tragedies, and triumphs.
Bill Carr is a well-known actor, humourist, writer and motivational speaker. Currently he is touring the country giving workshops and keynote addresses focused on creativity, the last word on business empathy, and advice on living deeply with humor. We are so pleased to have Bill as such an important part in this evening’s program again.
Nova Scotia’s Rhapsody Quintet arranges and adapts orchestral and piano music to suit their unique instrumentation consisting of the violin, clarinet, cello, piano and double bass. Their music has been enjoyed by royalty.
Rhapsody Quintet is comprised of five members: Anne Rapson, violin; John Rapson, clarinet; Shimon Walt, cello; Diana Torbet, piano; and David Langstroth, bass.
The Aeolian Singers, a 40-voice women.s choir based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, have enjoyed 30 years of music making. The choir has toured Europe twice, recorded radio and television programs, and performed many times as guest artists of Symphony Nova Scotia. The Aeolians' repertoire spans five centuries and a wide variety of styles, with a primary focus on music composed specifically for women's voices.