By DON WINNER for Panama-Guide.com - Received this morning via email: "Cantus Panama, a mixed choral group that has performed throughout Panama City over the past couple of years, will present a tribute concert for one of its founding members, Elizabeth Leigh. Ms. Leigh, considered by some the grande dame of classical music here in Panama, passed away after a brief illness last September. She was a singer, violinist and musical organizer here in the city for more than 25 years. The concert will be on Saturday, June 13, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. at the Tupper Auditorum at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Center in Ancon. Seating is limited. Attendee should arrive in ample time to pass through the security check always required to enter the Tupper Auditorium. Proof of identity is required. Also, the auditorium is always kept very cool so a warm wrap is suggested. While there is no admitance fee for this concert, Cantus Panama is suggesting a minimium $10 per person donation which can be contributed upon entering the auditorium. The collected funds will be used to help pay for the restoration of Ms. Leigh's treasured harpsicord. Once fully restored it will be made available for use by all keyboard artists here in Cuidad de Panama. Additionally some funds will be contributed to the British Aid Society, an organization Ms. Leigh strongly supported. There will be a reception following the concert. Additional information concerning the concert or about singing with Cantus Panama can be secured by calling David Lortie, 6684-0776."
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