Mr. Allan Jacques
Allan joined us in 2005, singing in the Lead section. He made his debut on stage in the Division One contest in Abbotsford that spring. He was assigned to share a hotel room with Fraser MacLean, a much-respected long-time member of the chorus with a penchant for understanding chord progressions, balancing chords and music theory – especially the famous “barbershop 7th”. Allan was hooked by the support and encouragement of his mentor, Fraser.
Allan played the role of “Flash” the photographer clown in our 2005 “Circus” Show.
Allan served as chair of our Show Committee in 2006 and sang Lead in his first quartet, “Chordially Yours”, as they promoted our Singing Valentines program on morning radio. From 2007 to 2009, he was our Interim Chorus Director and attended Director’s College at Harmony University in 2008 and 2009. For more than 15 years, Allan served on our Board of Directors, including as Secretary, Treasurer, Music Team Leader and President.
He sang Lead with “Freelance” quartet from 2007 to 2013, Baritone with “Sounds Easy” quartet in 2012-13, and Baritone with “Trounce Alley” quartet from 2013 to 2026.
In 2016, Allan was made an Honorary Life Member of our Chapter for his service, leadership, and years as Chorus Director. In 2017, Allan revived our Newsletter as a weekly record to summarize our activities, publish archival materials, and provide links to craft training. More than 372 Newsletters have been published - all are available on our website.
Allan’s musical journey began in High school, where he played trumpet in the Nepean High School Senior Orchestra and Senior Band. He was a founding member and played principal trumpet with the Ottawa Youth Orchestra and the Starlighters Dance Band.
Allan exchanged his trumpet for a wedding band in 1970 when he married Geri.
Family, music and boating continue as life-long passions.
