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"Where words fail, music speaks" -Hans Christian Andersen
To say this last week was active is an understatement! Please read below for some updates sent out also in Infinite Campus:
* The ASO trip is CANCELLED. If you paid, we are in the process of getting you a refun
* Spring Concert is still happening as planned on April 21st @ 6:30
* Solo and Ensemble concert will be held at Milton HS on April 25th - times TBA
* Chamber Music concert at Milton HS on March 26th - this is open to all students who wish to play a solo, in a duet or trio
* Orchestra Banquet May 8th @ Country Club of Roswell - 6:30PM
* Please remind your student to pick up their instrument on Friday's and ahead of any planned day off
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
I want to celebrate the hard work that went into LGPE for all orchestras. Please see below for times help is needed for each orchestra and contact: Rachel Wilson: [email protected] if you can help
Sinfonia - 8:20
Chamber - 10:30
Freshman - 11:30
Philharmonic - 1:30
Based on availability of volunteers, celebration days will be set. Thank you in advance for your help!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT!
Katherine Lamson - Q & A
Time in orchestra:
Katherine has been playing the violin for 4 1/2 years
Favorite Music:
I enjoy playing either movie soundtracks or pop songs. The movie songs always sound awesome when the whole orchestra is playing together. The pop music is fun to play since I know the rhythm and it is interesting to see it all come together.
Favorite composer:
Kurt Mosier because he generously helped us improve our playing abilities when we played one of his pieces
Favorite songs played in orchestra:
A Charlie Brown Christmas; Funky and the Bass Cats
What do you like about RHS Orchestra and Why?
I love that being part of the RHS Orchestra really does feel like being part of a team
What has been your most memorable
experience as a part of the RHS Orchestra?
I enjoyed playing at The Fresh Market during holiday time and watching customers happily sing along to our playing
What do you know about music that you wish you knew when you were younger?
I wish I knew how relaxing music was so that I continued it more consistently
What advice do you want to give to younger players - either middle school or HS?
Get involved in gigs and volunteering at other schools - it's worth it!
What do you with you could do better musically than you do now?
I wish I knew how to play with better tone, because I would love to play a piece and have it sound nearly perfect
What is your favorite motto or quote?
Think like a proton, always positive
If you could start your music career over again, what would you change, if anything?
I wish I continued orchestra instead of stopping and starting again, but I am grateful Roswell Orchestra was so welcoming
Where do you want to go to college and will you continue to study music?
The University of Georgia: I will be studying chemistry, but look forward to playing my instrument
Thomas Brunner - Q & A
Time in orchestra:
Thomas has been playing cello, bass and viola for 7 years
Favorite Music:
Jazz, because I like the groove
Favorite composer:
Seth Gamba
Favorite songs played in orchestra:
C-Here
What do you like about RHS Orchestra and Why?
It's awesome having a break in the school day just to play music
What has been your most memorable
experience as a part of the RHS Orchestra?
When Jack and I were 1st and 2nd chair on The Walk 2k19
What do you know about music that you wish you knew when you were younger?
Take time to learn and play the stuff you like to play. Not only is it fun, but it helps you master your instrument.
What advice do you want to give to younger players - either middle school or HS?
Just have fun with it
What do you with you could do better musically than you do now?
Understand music theory and have a complete understanding of shifting/where notes are on the fingerboard
What is your favorite motto or quote?
Even a fool can seem wise when he knows when to keep his mouth shut
If you could start your music career over again, what would you change, if anything?
Start by learning piano
Where do you want to go to college and will you continue to study music?
University of Georgia to study engineering
* EXTRA! EXTRA! We are now selling RHS notepads and notecards as part of a fundraiser. Please use the link below to purchase. SENIOR PARENTS - THE NOTECARDS WOULD BE A TERRIFIC PRE-ORDER IN ANTICIPATION OF GRADUATION GIFTS!
March 26th @ 6pm - Spring Chamber Music Concert @ Milton HS
This concert will be similar to the one we did in the media center at RHS. If you performed in solo or ensemble, please plan to sign up for this event. See Ms. White-Farnell for more information. She will have a sign up sheet in the office.
NAfme - All National Honors Orchestra
This is an incredible process from beginning to end and will take place November, 2020 in Florida. Please use
this link to learn more about the audition process and the top conductors leading the work.
Franklin Pond Summer Institute Opportunity
Attention Juniors and Seniors
Are you considering majoring in music education? Clayton State has 2 music degrees they offer, along with small class sizes and a state-of-the-art performance space. For more information about the programs, you can contact Richard Bell, Associate professor of music: [email protected]. For the music school audition information:
Have you joined the RHS Orchestra Booster club? Any amount you can donate helps us tremendously. RHS SGC voted to make April 21 school day (originally students were scheduled to be off
Please use the links below to access recordings from the Winter Concert.
* Georgia College has several matinee concerts coming up that I would encourage you to attend (and maybe get in an impromptu college tour!). Please see the dates below:
Mar. 4, 2020 | 11:15 a.m. Wind Symphony
Mar. 26, 2020 | 11 a.m. University Chorus
Mar. 26, 2020 | 2 p.m. Women's Ensemble
April 2, 2020 | 11:15 a.m.
*Patriotic Art Competition! Your student does not have to be an art major to participate. If you would like to see past submissions and requirements, go to:
https://vfwauxiliary.org/2018-department-winners/
Click on: Scholarships
Click on: Young American Creative Patriotic Art Competition
Click on: Entry Form (the link is in the section "What are the Requirements"
Submissions due by March 31st to:
Contact person:
Sandra O'Bryan
Please use the link below to access photos from the Legacy of Excellence Awards!
https://photos.app.goo.gl/A75LEDkXqptyMr1t7
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