Barbara Poulshock at the Oysterville Church, 2013

If you have had associations with the Long Beach Peninsula for any time at all, you know the name Barbara Poulshock.  You may know, also, that among the music aficionados of the area, Barbara is considered a “Living Treasure.” And you may well know someone who has taken voice lessons from her, even recently.  You may even know Barbara, herself.

At 89 or 90 (I’ve lost track), and despite various health concerns that we octogenarians seem to collect, Barbara is still going strong.  She directs our local choral ensemble, the Bayside Singers; she teaches voice; she composes; and she somehow finds time to encourage anyone, young or old, who is interested in delving into music.

So, when I received a note from Clay Nichols, President of Bayside Singers, asking if I’d help spread the word about a new book coming out this month – The Music of Barbara Poulshock – I was eager to do what I could.  Here is Clay’s letter.  Please pass it on and I’ll see you, clapping and cheering for our beloved Barbara, at the Bayside Singers’ Spring Concert for the book’s debut at the end of April.

Women of the Bayside Singers, 2013

Dear Friends of Barbara Poulshock,
       Fourteen compositions for choral groups are being published for the first time in book form titled, “The Music of Barbara Poulshock. “Seven pieces are for women, and seven for SATB [soprano, alto, tenor, bass].  They are in coil bound format for easy use by singers and directors, without restriction.
       This project was initiated by Barbara’s friends in the Bayside Singers of Ocean Park, Washington.  Many of the compositions have been sung before, but one piece for women, “The Three Ravens,” is a new composition by Barbara this spring.
       We believe this unique book will find a place in the homes and hearts of many of you who have been touched by Barbara’s love and talent over the years.       

Bayside Singers, 2016

We plan to make the book available to local audiences at the Bayside Singers spring concert on April 28, 2018.  Copies of the book will be available at the concert and by mail. If you want to order one or more copies of The Music of Barbara Poulshock, a donation of $20 contributed by means of a check payable to Bayside Singers, P.O. Box 46, Nahcotta, WA 98637, would be appreciated. Bayside Singers is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Additional donations in support of this project are also welcome.
Clay Nichols, President of Bayside Singers