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ala breve Official Publication of the Alabama Music Educators Association August 2010 Garry Taylor, Editor & News/Features Advertising Manager 7...................................................................................................AMEA Directory 1600 Manor Dr. NE 11................................................................................AMEA Historical Highlights Cullman, AL 35055 15......................................................................AMEA Presidents - Past to Present 16...................................................................................................Did You Know? 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AMEA Governing Board... 2010-2011 Directory President President, ABA Collegiate MENC Advisor Steve McLendon Chuck Eady Moya Nordlund Dothan High School Pleasant Grove High School Samford University 1236 S. Oates St. 805 7th Ave. School of the Arts/Division of Music Dothan, AL 36301 Pleasant Grove, AL 351278 800 Lakeshore Drive (334) 794-0146 School (205) 379-5273 School Birmingham, AL 35229 (334) 796-7055 Cell (205) 807-4311 Cell (205) 726-2651 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Past President President, AOA President, Higher Education Pat Stegall Marcy Wilson Timothy Phillips Muscle Shoals High School P.O. Box 11121 Troy University 1900 Avalon Avenue Chattanooga, TN 37401 Long Hall Muscle Shoals, AL 35661 (423) 637-6500 Cell Troy, AL 36082 (256) 389-2682 School [email protected] (334) 670-3281 (256) 627-4661 Cell (256) 389-2689 Fax President, AVA President, Elem/General [email protected] Jane Powell Sharon McCann August President-Elect Florence Middle School Liberty Park Elementary School Sara Womack 648 N. Cherry Street 17051 Liberty Parkway Florence, AL 35633 Birmingham, AL 35242 Greystone Elementary School (256) 768-2460 Office (205) 402-5400 School 300 Village Street (256) 768-3105 fax (205 936-3620 Cell Birmingham, AL 35242-6447 [email protected] [email protected] (205) 439-3200 [email protected] President, CMENC State Department of Education Recording Secretary Taylor Sparks [email protected] Martha Lockett Carla Gallahan Arts Education Specialist 212 Smith Hall, Troy University State Department of Education Troy, AL 36082 Room 3339, Gordon Persons Bldg. (334) 670-3502 School 50 N. Ripley Street [email protected] P. O. Box 302101 Montgomery, AL 36130-3833 Treasurer 334-242-8082 [email protected] Karen Hickok Northside Intermediate School Executive Director 601 North 5th Street Editor, Ala Breve Opelika, AL 36801 (334) 745-9731 Garry Taylor [email protected] 1600 Manor Dr. NE Cullman, AL 35055 (256) 636-2754 [email protected] ala breve 7
From the President... Steve McLendon, AMEA President my book. Of course, I’ve already written the dramas or comedies we watch on Al Gore personally to thank him for television and at the movies. In short, inventing the internet. Seriously though, they will play a large role in defining I do recognize the importance of math who we are as a civilized society. and science. I realize that our students “I look forward to an America which will need to achieve or surpass the rest of the I hope that you are all aware that music reward achievement in the arts as we world in these areas, but I submit to you is a part of the National Standards as they reward achievement in business or that the arts are just as important as these apply to No Child Left Behind. When I statecraft. I look forward to an America or any other curriculum subject. Not went to Washington this past summer, which will steadily raise the standards of every student is going to excel in math along with other representatives from artistic accomplishment and which will and science, and that’s okay. Some Alabama, we had the opportunity to meet steadily enlarge cultural opportunities for students, if given the opportunity, are with our state’s representatives and all of our citizens. And I look forward to going to be entertainers and artists. In senators. It is their opinion that music an America which commands respect the future, their creativity and talent will should remain a part of the core throughout the world not only for its manifest itself in the music we listen to, curriculum. That’s good news for music strength but for its civilization as well.” the art we enjoy in magazines, education. Of course, being a core --President John F. Kennedy newspapers, museums, architecture, and subject means setting standards and I wish these timeless words being accountable. The from President Kennedy were politicians we met with were my own. Although we don’t somewhat surprised to learn share the same command for that we are not opposed to the the English language, it’s accountability that accompanies apparent to me that we share uniform standards. the same respect and love for As music educators, we have a the arts. President Kennedy seemingly insurmountable set challenged this country to step of challenges before us. One of up its commitment to the arts those is overcoming the at the same time he was perception that music education challenging us to put a man on is merely an “extra.” If our the moon. A cold war and a systems have “extra” money to space race would seem to fund it… If our students have necessitate a demand for “extra” time to take it… I have scientists, mathematicians, to constantly remind my and engineers. Naturally, school’s administration that there was a call for these music is part of the core specialties, but during this curriculum. Take every critical time, the President opportunity to educate your was also calling for us to fellow educators. Let them make the arts a priority. know that music is part of the Now, don’t get me wrong. core curriculum. Most I’m well aware that mathematicians, scientists, importantly, don’t ever sell and engineers make my world much more comfortable to yourself short. Not only are we, live in. Let me be the first to say thank you to whoever as music educators, fulfilling invented air-conditioning. And that thing that records President Kennedy’s charge to live TV so I can watch the Crimson Tide score over and “enlarge cultural opportunities for all of our citizens,” but we Representing AMEA on Capitol Hill during are also giving our students a Music Education Week in Washington are Executive Director Garry Taylor, Immediate Past President Pat Stegall, rare and unique personal Elem/Gen President Sharon August, President-Elect opportunity - the chance to discover themselves. over again- that’s a real plus in Sara Womack, and President Steve McLendon 8 August 2010
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From the President-Elect... Sara Womack, AMEA President-Elect Keeping Students at the Center: Teacher as Advocate During Music Education Week in future school music program. performances. Washington, D.C., representatives from • Obtain a proclamation from your • Nominate an administrator for AMEA’s AMEA, including myself, were trained mayor or city council leaders declaring Outstanding Administrator Award. The in advocacy techniques when speaking the month of March as “Music In Our application can be found on the AMEA to elected officials. We were educated on Schools Month.” website and is due on July 15. talking points and even endured a few • Encourage parents and booster • Keep up to date on research supporting modeling exercises that were very organizations to become advocates for music education and distribute the helpful when meeting representatives your program. For information on information to students, classroom from the offices of Senator Jeff Sessions, building a music education coalition, teachers, parents, and administrators Senator Richard Shelby, Congressman they can visit www.supportmusic.com. through newsletters, bulletin boards, Spencer Bachus, and Congressman • Invite school board members and websites, emails, and Facebook. Create Parker Griffith. We actually spoke with central office administrators to your program inserts highlighting the benefits Congressman Bobby Bright, who was music program concerts and of music education for your concerts and very receptive to our ideas. performances. Arrange for your school performances. Some current facts But during the training, it was also music program to perform at school include the following: reiterated that advocacy efforts begin in board meetings regularly and follow up • Schools that have music programs have the classroom by music teachers with comments from students about the significantly higher graduation rates than reminding students, teachers, parents, benefits of music education. Build do those without programs (90.2% as and administrators of the benefits of music education at all levels. Teachers Elem/Gen President Sharon August, AMEA Past President Pat Stegall, can do simple things every day as an President Steve McLendon, Executive Director Garry Taylor, Sean advocate for their programs, which in Womack and President-Elect Sara Womack meet with Congressman turn, will impact the state of music Bobby Bright during Music Education Week in Washington D.C. education in Alabama. • Celebrate student learning in music by relationships with these individuals compared to 72.9%). In addition, those publicizing student accomplishments before threats to the music program that rate their programs as “excellent” or and group endeavors in local arise. “very good” have an even higher newspapers, newsletters, and websites. • Encourage school staff and faculty to graduation rate (90.9%). Schools that Notify administrators at the school and participate in your music program. have music programs have significantly central office. Involve them in rehearsals and higher attendance rates than do those • Ensure that your school stakeholders realize that music and the other arts are listed as a core academic subject in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. • Encourage your students to become music educators. Future Alabama Music Educators (FAME) is a one-day seminar held during our annual in-service, that allows high school juniors and seniors to interact with effective music educators. • Be active in AMEA, which will undertake advocacy efforts at the state level. • Arrange for your ensembles to perform at feeder schools, so the students and parents become excited about their 10 August 2010
without programs (93.3% as compared to programs had higher English and math different ages and cultural circumstances, 84.9%). –2006 poll by Harris Interactive test scores across the country than and associate playing music with music • Students in high-quality school music students in schools with low-quality literacy, self-discipline, listening skills, programs score higher on motor ability, hand-eye coordination, standardized tests compared to Don’t wait to begin advocacy efforts and heightened intellectual students in schools with deficient capabilities. –Study conducted by music education programs, until the torrent of threats rains down Dr. Patricia Shehan Campbell regardless of the socioeconomic on your music program. published in the Fall 2007 issue of level of the school or school district. the Journal for Research in Music Students in top-quality music programs music programs. Students in all regions Education scored 22% better in English and 20% with lower-quality instrumental programs Work to involve some of these ideas in better in math than students in deficient scored higher in English and math than your plans for this year. As John F. music programs. Students in top-quality students who had no music at all. –Study Kennedy said, “The time to repair the instrumental programs scored 19% higher conducted by Dr. Christopher Johnson roof is when the sun is shining.” Don’t in English than students in schools published in the Spring 2007 issue of the wait to begin advocacy efforts until the without a music program. Students in top Journal for Research in Music Education torrent of threats rains down on your quality instrumental programs scored • Teens who participate in music music program. Make a daily attempt to 17% higher in math than children in education programs see music as their illustrate the value of a comprehensive schools without a music program. “social glue,” as a bridge for building music education taught by exemplary Students at schools with excellent music acceptance and tolerance for people of music educators. 1946 AMEA Historical Highlights: AMEA organized. Yale Ellis, President 1950 In the early days, AMEA consisted of a constitution, board meetings, the 1955 President representing the state at national conferences and one meeting 1968 during the All-State Music Festival with a banquet and business meeting. 1972 1st Collegiate Chapter organized – UA, Dr. Ed Cleino, sponsor. 1973 1st Ala Breve published, Jack Nealeans, editor. Ed Cleino – SDMENC President 1981 Official AMEA logo designed. 1983 1st AMEA Convention, Jeff Davis Hotel in Montgomery, Frances Moss, President. 1988 Conferences since have been at UA, AU, B’ham Southern, B’ham hotel, Samford, 1992 Mobile (’69 & ’85 in conjunction with SDMENC) 1995 AMEA granted tax exempt status 1996 Outstanding Music Educator and Outstanding Administrator awards established. 1996 AMEA Service Award (later named for Barbara Odom) established. 1997 Executive Secretary position established (Lacey Powell) 1998 Common expiration date instituted. 2003 Dianne Johnson, SDMENC President. 2004 Liability Insurance purchased. 2004 New HED Division established. 2005 Recording Secretary elected. 2008 Lisa Latham replaced Lacey Powell as Executive Director. AMEA logo updated. Website created. Garry Taylor replaced Lisa Latham as Executive Director. AMEA Hall of Fame Inaugural Class ala breve 11
From the ABA... proposals will be published in our October “Ala Breve” and will be voted Chuck Eady, President, Alabama Bandmasters Association on at our AMEA business meeting. for certification will be posted on our web site. If you missed this clinic it will be presented again at AMEA 2011. Greetings. I hope you have had a Vice-President John Cooper and the Our 2011 AMEA Conference will be wonderful summer and a positive Music Selection Committee are January 20-22, at the Renaissance beginning to a new school year. The continuing to update our cumulative list. Montgomery Hotel and Convention 2009-2010 school year was a history We now have included almost all the Center. Check out the AMEA web site making year for our organization. We selections contained in the Teaching for details and how to reserve your room. implemented our very first ABA Music Music through Performance series. Our AMEA Board has gone to great Performance Assessment, and thanks to lengths to ensure this conference offers the hard work of our District Chairmen, For your information, our ABA outstanding professional development and the team spirit exhibited by all the cumulative list can also be found on JW opportunities through many quality directors and schools involved, it was a Pepper’s web site. This is another clinics, concerts, and exhibits. huge success. There were some minor resource directors can use to peruse issues, but resolutions came quickly and possible music selections for MPA. Go Don’t forget, the All-State Festival April efficiently. to ‘jwpepper.com’, click on ‘State 14-16, 2011, will be in Mobile. We will Festival Lists’, ‘Alabama’, and sort by be using the Renaissance Riverview Our Summer In-Service presented a classification. Plaza Hotel, The Mobile Convention great opportunity for professional Center, and The Mobile Civic Center. If development. There were wonderful There were three proposals presented at you wish to go ahead and book your clinics and time for fun, sun, and the summer board meeting. One was to rooms the number to the Renaissance fellowship. Dr. Ken Ozzello presented make the Alabama Jazz Educators a Riverview Plaza Hotel is 1-800-922- our inaugural MPA Adjudicator functioning part of the ABA by-laws 3298, and our Group Code is Certification Clinic (the hand-out for this (since IAJE is no longer in existence). “ALBALBA”. Watch the ABA web site clinic can be found on our web site). There was a proposal to give the music for the schedule and details. Completion of the MPA Adjudication selection committee the responsibility of Clinic is mandatory for those seeking setting the time limits for MPA sight- I hope your school year gets off to an certification. Information and directions reading, and a proposal to clarify the exceptional start, and as always, let me deadline for new music approval. These know if I can be of assistance. MG Double Questions about Reed Supply your MENC membership? Premium quality supplies for the discriminating double reed artist Call 1800-828-0229 Michael Gathings 5HHGV5HSDLU 3005 Bent Tree Lane or e-mail Bedford, TX, 76021 5HHG0DNLQJ7RROV (214) 603-6290 [email protected] fax: (817)-354-4282 6CShHeFcLDkOVouotnoouurr'wLUeHbFsWiRteU [email protected] www.mgdblrds.com 12 August 2010
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UAHuntsville Music Faculty [email protected] 256-824-6436 Department Chair Don Bowyer* Bands C. David Ragsdale* Ryan Sutton Music Degree Emphases in: Choirs Handy Avery Erin Colwitz* • Liberal Arts • Performance • Jazz • Music Education • Music Technology Jazz Tom Branch Don Bowyer* John Miller 2011-2012 Jim Cavender Keith Taylor Scholarship Auditions Steve Motz will be held on February 5, 2011 Ken Watters 256-824-6436 Music Theory and Composition [email protected] www.uah.edu/music Ron Wray* Kevin Bounds ? The UA Huntsville Department of Music has nearly tripled in size in Becky Waters Pete Gillies the past decade. Music History and Literature ? UA Huntsville music faculty have performed in all 50 states, several Carolyn Sanders* Kevin Bounds U.S. territories, and nearly 50 foreign countries. C. David Ragsdale* Karen Young ? More than 60 pieces of music have been published by UA Huntsville Music Education Beth Davis music faculty. Erin Colwitz* C. David Ragsdale* ? Music software created by UA Huntsville music faculty has been used in at least 120 countries on six continents. Piano and Organ ? UA Huntsville music student ensembles have visited seven foreign Sarkis Baltaian* Alice Eaton countries in recent years. David Miller John Miller ? Students from every college and every major on campus participate in UA Huntsville student music ensembles. Ingrid von Spakovsky Keith Taylor ? In a recent study, 36% of UA Huntsville music graduates had gone on Voice Margaret Leach to graduate music programs, and 29% had held K-12 or university Erin Colwitz* Handy Avery teaching positions. Karen Young Brass Kevin Bounds Carolyn Sanders* Dorrie Nutt Peter Gillies Woodwinds Mary Balch Ron Wray* Steve Motz Bob Gifford Betty Stone Lisa Schneider Hunter Thomas Percussion Tom Branch Andy Kruspe Guitar Jim Cavender Phil Weaver Strings Charles Hogue Veneta Billmayer Mark Huff *Full-time Faculty 14 August 2010
From CMENC... Taylor Sparks, President, Collegiate MENC Greetings, colleagues! It is with great Nordlund, but, at the same time, they gratitude and anticipation that I thank have left both of us prepared to continue you all for the opportunity to serve our their good work. organization as this year’s state president, and it is with the same Many of you will also see new faces Sessions were chosen with each area of excitement that I hope to continue filling the positions of vice president and music education in mind, and it is our Alabama CMENC’s tradition of secretary for our organization. Dakota hope that the sessions will serve to meet excellence. Rigorous planning has Bromley of the University of Montevallo every future music educator’s interests in already taken place for this upcoming and Heather Haynes of the University of the classroom. As I learn the skills of our year, and it is my hope that our Alabama occupy those offices trade as teachers, CMENC and AMEA organization will witness yet another respectfully, and our team has planned prove themselves to be increasingly vital period of growth and preparation for some additional responsibilities for the components in that journey. It is my future music educators. As grateful as I panel this year. It is our intent to visit hope that CMENC will continue to meet am to be placed in such a position, rest each chapter within the state at some the needs of collegiate music education assured that I approach such a point before Thanksgiving to see what is students in Alabama as it has in the past, responsibility with conscious vigor and going on and exchange ideas about what and I know AMEA 2011 will be a great the desire to further promote the could be done to better our organization. experience for all of us! advancement of music education Also, we will take that time to share a collegiately throughout our state. few details concerning next year’s Once again, I am truly grateful for the AMEA conference to be held in chance to serve as your president this Furthermore, I would like to take this Montgomery. The wheels have been year! If there are any questions or time to thank past state advisor Dr. Carl turning in preparation for the 2011 comments concerning Alabama Hancock and past state president AMEA conference, and I can safely state CMENC, feel free to contact me via Lindsey Folsom for their hard work and it will be a rewarding experience for all email or the Alabama CMENC commitment to Alabama CMENC. They of you who can be in attendance. Facebook page. Thanks for all your have left large shoes to fill for myself support! and new state advisor Dr. Moya AMEA Presidents-Past to Present 1946 Yale H. Ellis 1978 W. Frank McArthur, Jr. 1948 Walter A. Mason 1980 Paul Hall 1950 Vernon Skoog 1982 Lacey Powell, Jr. 1952 John J. Hoover 1984 Johnny Jacobs 1954 Lamar Triplett 1986 Merilyn Jones 1956 Carleton K. Butler 1988 Ronald D. Hooten 1958 Mort Glosser 1990 Ken Williams 1960 Wilbur Hinton 1992 Dianne Johnson 1962 Lacey Powell, Jr. 1994 James K. Simpson 1964 G. Truman Welch 1996 Johnnie Vinson 1966 Jerry Countryman 1998 Michael Meeks 1968 Floyd C. McClure 2000 John McAphee, Jr. 1970 Jerry Bobo 2002 Tony Pike 1972 Frances P. Moss 2004 Becky Rodgers 1974 George Hammett 2006 John Baker 1975 Frances P. Moss 2008 Pat Stegall 1976 S. J. Allen 2010 Steve McLendon ala breve 15
From Higher Ed... Timothy Phillips, President, Higher Education Division Greetings fellow collegiate educators of less, to focus on my own creative the AMEA Conference. Alabama! activities more, and to relax a bit. It has been a refreshing time for me and I hope It is my hope that many of our talented This is my first contribution to Ala Breve your summer has been equally renewing. Alabama university professors will and the AMEA website as President of attend the conference and find a way to the Higher Education Division of We are very much looking forward to the be involved in this fantastic organization. AMEA. I am in my fifth year as the AMEA Conference in January of 2011. As university professors, we can clarinet professor at Troy University. In This will be held at the Renaissance certainly bring our own unique addition to clarinet, I also teach music Hotel at the Convention Center in perspectives to these events; and I also history, class woodwinds, clarinet choir, Montgomery. This event will feature think that we benefit greatly from and I organize the annual Troy performances by numerous university interacting with our colleagues from University Clarinet Day on our campus. faculty members from throughout the throughout the state, whether they are I’m originally from Missouri and I state, research presentations from many elementary, secondary, or collegiate obtained my BME from the University of our colleagues, and of course teachers. of Colorado at Boulder. After that, I performances from many university completed masters and doctoral degrees ensembles… and this is just the tip of the I look forward to the coming years as in clarinet performance at the University iceberg. Our conference will also have President of the Higher Ed Division of of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I look numerous other music education AMEA. If I can be of any assistance to forward to serving as President of the presentations and performances not you at all, please do not hesitate to Higher Ed Division of AMEA. directly associated with the Higher Ed contact me. Best wishes for a great start Division that will be of great interest. to your academic year! Also, we are very pleased to support the creation of the Alabama Intercollegiate Band that will rehearse and perform at I am very grateful to be joined on the Did You Know? Higher Ed committee by Vice President, Dr. Gary Packwood, The AMEA website is loaded with Associate Professor and Associate Director of Choral Activities at the useful information, such as... University of Montevallo; Research Chair, Dr. Carl Hancock, Assistant Calendars of state and district events Professor of Music Education at the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa; Clinic handouts and Secretary/Treasurer, Dr. Lori Ardovino, Professor of Clarinet and Forms - awards, session & performance applications, MENC membership, FAME, etc. Saxophone, music history and chamber music at the University of Complete conference Info when it becomes available, including on-line pre-registration Montevallo. Each of these individuals brings a wealth of AMEA Constitution and By-laws knowledge to the table and they allow the Higher Ed Division to Minutes and reports from meetings function smoothly. I am deeply grateful for their work and their On-line digital version of Ala Breve support. Division pages of each of our 6 divisions (ABA,AOA,AVA,CMENC,Elem/Gen, and HED) Of course, as I write this journal entry, I am in the midst of my AMEA Strategic Plan summer break. This summer, I have had the opportunity to teach a little AMEA Hall of Fame www.alabamamea.org AMEA Governing Board contact info Officer and Committee Chair handbook Much, much more! 16 August 2010
From Elem/Gen... Sharon McCann August, President, Elementary/General Division As I write this, I am in my hotel room on October 2, the AMEA/AOSA joint Chorus from Montgomery Academy, and a rainy afternoon during MENC Music workshop will be held at Samford the Birmingham Children’s Choir Una Education Week in Washington, DC. It University with Cristi leading. Voce under the direction of Amanda has been an eventful and enlightening Klimko will be performing. Our own few days culminating in the AMEA The January AMEA conference will be Chris Byars will be presenting a session Executive Board visit with Senators held in Montgomery this year. This is a on recorder and percussionist Dave Richard Shelby and Jeff Sessions, as conference you will not want to miss, so Holland will be presenting a session as well as Representatives Spencer Bachus make your reservations now! We had well as leading a drum circle on Friday and Bobby Bright. over 30 session proposals to choose night. We will have four outstanding from, and have tried to include as many sessions on Saturday, so be sure to make I trust that you have all had a relaxing, and varied sessions as possible. Karen reservations for Friday night. Best renewing summer in readiness for the Medley is our featured clinician, but we wishes to all of you for an exciting and coming school year. This year should be will also have several sponsored energizing new school year! an outstanding year for the AMEA presenters including a return of the Elementary/General Division, beginning amazing John Feierabend. There will with the Music Festival on October 1, also be two performing groups. Cliff with clinician, Cristi Cari Miller. Over Huckabee will be bringing his Eagleairs 30 schools have signed up to attend! On Upcoming Events Oct. 1, 2010 AMEA Elementary Music Festival with Cristi Cary Miller at the Wright Center, Samford University Oct. 2, 2010 AMEA/AOSA Joint Workshop with Cristi Cary Miller Nov. 3-6, 2010 AOSA 2010 Professional Development Conference in Spokane, WA-November Jan. 20-22, 2011 AMEA 2011 Conference January 20-22, 2011 PSD410 PSD450 $799 $1199 Superscope 400 Series of Music Practice and Digital Recording Systems The tools, performance, and high quality necessary for musicians, vocalists, students to improve, and for educators to save time. RECORD WAV OR MP3 FILES TO SD CARD OR HDD USB FOR EASY TRANSFER OF FILES TO PC OR FLASH DRIVE BATTERY OPERATION FOR TRUE PORTABILITY LARGE COLOR LCD FOR EASY OPERATION CREATE PRACTICE LOOPS OVERDUB & PUNCH IN/OUT VOCAL REDUCTION TEMPO & KEY CONTROLS FILE EDITING PRO INPUTS/OUTPUTS Superscope Technologies · 1508 Batavia Avenue · Geneva , Illinois 60134-3302 · Phone 800.374.4118 · Fax 630.232.8905 · www.SuperscopeTechnologies.com ala breve 17
News from MENC... Two Alabama Student Musicians Selected to Participate in MENC National Honor Ensembles Olivia Funkhouser, a trumpet were Anthony Maiello, Director of Instrumental Studies at George Mason University, Fairfax, VA (concert band); Andre player from Grissom High School, Thomas, Director of Choral Activities at Florida State University (mixed choir); and Colonel (Ret.) Dennis M. and Jesse Pate, a trombonist with Layendecker, former Commander and Music Director, US Air Force Band (string ensemble). the Etowah Youth Orchestra in The auditions, open to high school sophomores and juniors, Gadsden, were selected and were reviewed by MENC members appointed by the MENC National Honor Ensemble Committee. The Committee performed with the 2010 MENC oversaw the ranking of all applications and the selection of students to participate in each National Honor Ensemble. National Honor Ensembles. Thirty- 2011 All-National Honor Ensemble Audition Opens September 1 five states were represented by The MENC All-National Honor Ensembles will again music students selected to assemble and perform next June during MENC's Music Education Week in Washington, DC. Audition materials for participate in this year’s String the All-National Concert Band, All- Ensemble, Concert Band, and National Mixed Choir, All-National Orchestra, and the All-National Mixed Choir. The 2010 ensembles Olivia Funkhouser, Jazz Band are available at performed at the John F. Kennedy Grissom High School www.mencevents.org starting Center for the Performing Arts on September 1. Rehearsal dates for the All-National Honor Ensembles June 27 during MENC’s Music are expected to start on Thursday June 23, 2011 with a concert to be Education Week event in Washington, DC. MENC established held on Sunday June 26, 2011. For additional information, contact its National Honor Ensembles in answer to member requests MENC Events at 800-479-8247 or Jesse Pate, Etowah [email protected]. for recognition of music student performance beyond state and Youth Orchestra divisional levels. “We are very pleased to offer this unique performance opportunity to a very select group of our nation's finest high school musicians,” said John Kuhner, MENC Eastern Division president and chair of the National Honor Ensembles Task Force. “Over the course of four days, these top flight musicians rehearsed with marvelous and inspirational conductors, leading up to an exceptional final performance held at one of our country's most iconic performance venues, the Kennedy Center. The 2010 MENC National Honors Ensembles wasl most surely a once in a lifetime musical experience for these incredible high school musicians!” Conductors for the 2010 MENC National Honor Ensembles MENC is proud to announce the winners of the Collegiate Chapter Questions Growth Recognition for 2009-2010! about your To receive this recognition, each chapter on the list has increased their MENC total membership numbers beyond their 2008-2009 membership totals. membership? Active Members School Advisor Call 5 14 Alabama A&M University Horace R. Carney, Jr. 1-800-828-0229 20 33 Miles College Dr. Jemmie P. Hawkins or e-mail 6 17 Samford University Moya Lao Nordlund [email protected] University of Alabama - Birmingham Denise A Gainey Univ of North Alabama James K Simpson Univ of South Alabama Jeannette Fresne 18 August 2010
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From Research... Carl Hancock, Chairman, Research Division “Somewhere, something incredible is awe of the power of music. The concert problem solvers who are always seeking waiting to be known.” Carl Sagan. that moved us to tears, the celebration of better answers and solutions. We are a hundred voices united in song, the music educators. We are also Please forgive me in advance, as I am not unexplainable stillness that follows a researchers. a story teller. With the start of the fall clarinet tone dissipating into silence, and semester, I usually enjoy a moment or the thrilling field performance that Music teachers who conduct rigorous two reflecting on the highpoints of compels thousands to stand and deliver research published in our leading summer gone by. Some of my fondest applause. My non-musician friends say research journals seek explanations and memories include the simple pleasures we live charmed lives. I smile at them understanding of problems we share of star gazing while at the beach with and nod, thinking, if only they knew the such as: Does the use of risers affect the family. We would sit on the back porch, sacrifices we make for our art and balance and blend of choirs? Do the with the sounds of dark ocean waves students. attributes of the conductor influence the rolling in, and casually talk about the perception of the performance? Do awesome feeling evoked by the Humans have an innate need to musicians and non-musicians multitude of stars winking overhead. understand the world. As music emotionally experience music in the Some would sigh and exclaim it made educators we have a tradition of same way? What are the occupational them feel small, while others would talk exploring the nature and boundaries of health hazards facing career music about the peace of knowing they were our craft. Who hasn’t abandoned an old teachers? Can music save the lives of part of a larger universe. Eventually, a mouthpiece for a better one only to premature infants or help the elderly flashlight beam would reach into the return to the comfort of a familiar rim? suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease? night sky as we traced the mythical Or experimented with a different figures embedded in the constellations. warmup or breathing exercise, and heard One thing that all these studies have in Like clockwork an astronomical version an improvement? Have you ever common is that the authors realize that of Where’s Waldo would eventually recorded a rehearsal only to discover that we are only beginning to understand the ensue with the planets, prominent stars, the sound in your ears is different from wonders and nature of making and and various stellar phenomena called out the unbiased sound in the room? Or teaching music. The more studies we in turn. When it started to get really dark weighed the benefits and fallout of conduct, the more questions seem to and the lights of fishing boats dotted the adding an unscheduled rehearsal? We surface. One may ask, what is the horizon, we peered into a telescope and are tinkerers in every sense of the word, benefit of research if a definitive answer consulted a guidebook to conduct our testing variables in the classroom and in never emerges? Here’s one answer, the own exploration of the heavens. The our minds, seeing whether we can cause sophistication of our questions increases ocean breeze carried our talk about the a measurable change, and determining as we become more experienced with endless universe and the possibility of whether the difference is enough to research. Imagine returning to your traveling to the stars across the surf as warrant action. We are tenacious undergraduate years armed with your the moon rose to dominate the night’s sky, illuminating the water below. As humans began observing, theorizing, and testing our understanding of the dome above the earth, the universe became clearer and what was once a mystery became knowable. And what appeared finite became infinite. The universe is large and complicated in a way we could never imagine, yet we know more about it today then ever. We also know we may never have all the answers. In our field, we are privileged to stand in 20 August 2010
present knowledge and experience in the we experience everyday. I hope you will published work will not be accepted. classroom. Would you concentrate more sit on the back porch with me and on specific courses? Ask more refined explore the wonders of our music Interested researchers must submit a questions? Expect more thorough education universe. detailed abstract of the research project answers? I think and believe your (750 words) as a word or pdf document answers are yes, yes, and yes. What CALL FOR RESEARCH through our online submission website researchers learn from one study is ABSTRACTS http://www.musiceducation.ua.edu/poste shared and applied to the next one. rs/ Refinement occurs and a richer On January 21, 2011 the Alabama Music understanding of the topic gradually Educators Association will host a Abstracts will be peer-reviewed. emerges. Think about professional research poster session as part of the Submissions must be received by 11:59 musicians. They gradually improve their 2011 AMEA Conference in pm CST on Friday, November 19, 2010 mastery of tone, technique, and Montgomery, Alabama. The Association for full consideration. Authors will be intonation over the course of years of invites submissions from university notified of acceptance by Friday, intense study, but rarely does one faculty, music teachers, graduate December 3, 2010. achieve absolute perfection, yet the students, and undergraduate scholars. chase continues. Submissions may include completed and When accepted, at least one of the in-progress research studies involving authors must attend the AMEA Obviously, there are differences between any aspect of music education, therapy, Conference to present the poster. Posters conducting formal research and history, psychology, and performance. should be professional in appearance and tinkering, but the spirit is the same, in the Research based on issues facing music have dimensions approaching 36” X words of Garrison Keilor, try to find the educators and students in the 48”. Presenters are expected to bring 50 answers to life’s persistent questions. Southeastern United States are especially copies of the abstract to the session. Over the course of the next couple of welcome. All submissions should meet Information about the 2011 Alabama columns, we will attempt to shine a the Code of Ethics found in the Journal Music Educators Conference can be flashlight on examples of how research of Research in Music Education. found at: http://www.alabamamea.org informs and helps our profession explore Research presented at other conferences the visible and not so visible phenomena will be considered, however, previously ala breve 21
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From the AVA... Jane Powell, President, Alabama Vocal Association The stated mission of the Alabama Vocal their lives are forever positively calendars. The first Association is to provide a variety of influenced. As a board, we are opportunity for educational experiences for students that committed to serving the choral directors growth is the annual will encourage their lifetime appreciation by offering growth opportunities and Fall Workshop. The of and participation in the art of choral providing positive encouragement for the music. Our purposes include promoting individual school choral programs. 2010 dates are September 10th & 11th at cooperation among choral directors, As the economic base becomes more Dawson Memorial Baptist Church in enhancing the programs of vocal music in uncertain and programs are in jeopardy, a Birmingham. Dr. Jefferson Johnson will the schools, providing a means for new board position has been created for be leading the clinic sessions. He has professional ideas and methods to be arts advocacy. The Presidential Council much to offer on rehearsal, warm-up, and shared, and promoting growth and higher for Arts Advocacy is designed to help conducting strategies as he incorporates standards in music education throughout keep the vocal arts programs in Alabama different learning styles, as well as the state. strong and alive, as well as give guidance encouragement to young teachers. It to beginning music educators. Serving on should be a great time of learning and As President, it is my goal to keep this this council will be past presidents of AVA refueling from a positive, energetic mission in the forefront as together we who have a wealth of experience, educator. move forward. Our service to the knowledge and encouragement. students of Alabama should be the The AVA governing board stands ready to moving force behind everything we do. AVA offers many opportunities for serve you. We wish for you a great year We strive to offer our students the richest growth. Hopefully all directors are in choral music! possible choral music education so that putting the dates of each event on their From the AOA... Marcy J. Wilson, President, Alabama Orchestra Association As I begin my second term as President Dan Hornstein (Northern), Amanda Igo fortunate to host nationally-recognized of the Alabama Orchestra Association, I (Central), Roland Lister (East Central), conductors and educators to work with am thrilled from my experiences last Thomas Furlough (West Central), Felicia our fine students, and we will continue year and look forward to working with Sarubin (Southwest), Greta V. Champlin that tradition again this year. The the talented students and teachers that and Beth Hoener (South Central), and conductors for the 2011 All-State festival comprise the AOA membership. Ginger Zingara (Southeast). Thank you will be Wes Kenney (Colorado State chairs for all the many jobs you do! University), Dr. Fred Geiersbach (Saint I am excited that so many of our district Andrews School in Delaware), and chairs and officers are returning for Plans for the 2011 All-State Festival are Latoya Lamons-Slocumb, (Youth another term on the AOA board. Were it well underway. The festival will be held Orchestras of Prince William County in not for these dedicated musicians and at the University of Alabama in Virginia). Auditions for All-State will educators, AOA would not run as Tuscaloosa on February 10-13, 2011. I occur in the end of September to the efficiently as it does. The AOA officers would like to encourage not only all beginning of October depending on your are Marcy Wilson (President), Clay string players but wind, brass, and district. Downloadable audition excerpts McKinney (Vice-President/President- percussion students to get involved in will be available in August from our Elect), Felicia Sarubin (Secretary), this year’s festival. Our festival is a great website: http://www.alabamaorchestra Daniel Jamieson (Treasurer), Julie occasion for all students to gain the association.org Hornstein (Executive Director). I would opportunity to perform in a full orchestra also like to extend a warm welcome to setting. All-State is also a great outlet for I am looking forward to another term as Thomas Furlough and Amanda Igo who students to meet fellow musicians from President and strive to continue the high will be joining us as new District Chairs. across the state. In the past we have been level of excellence that AOA defines. The seven district representatives are August 14, 2010: Calendar of Events: October 11, 2010: Audition Excerpts Posted October 11, 2010: Auditions must be completed (varies by district) November 15, 2010: Deadline for All-State Scholarship Applications December 1, 2010: Audition Results Posted All-State Registration Deadline ala breve 23
ABA All-State 2010 All-State Red Band 1st Chairs Piccolo-Ida Hoequist, Ala. School of Math and Science; Flute-Rachel Moody, Mary Montgomery HS; Oboe-Daniel Cutchen, Hoover HS; Eb Clarinet-Ashley Brewer, Grissom HS; Bb Clarinet-Kaitlyn Burnside, Pelham HS; Bassoon-Ben Maclay, Sparkman HS; Alto Clar.-Ryan Pearson, Shades Valley HS; Bass Clar.-Matthew Jones, Oak Mtn. HS; Contrabass Clar.-Kieani Taylor, Sparkman HS; Alto Sax-Alex Garrett- Hillcrest HS; Tenor Sax-Jayson Perry, Bob Jones HS; Bari Sax-Jordan Wilson, Bob Jones HS; Trumpet-Olivia Funkhouser, Grissom HS; French horn-Alex Morris, Hillcrest HS; Trombone-Ben Carrasquillo- Bob Jones HS; Baritone-Caleb Cranton, Baker ABA/Photography By Suzanne Scholarship HS; Tuba-Jacob Carver, Gordo HS; Percussion-Shane Williams, Hoover HS; String Bass-Kevin Bailey- Northview HS ABA President-Elect John Cooper, All-State Solo Festival Finalists Past President Harry McAfee, and President Chuck Eady Caleb Cranton, Euphonium (Baker High School) Charles Page, Flute (Grissom High School) 24 Josh Williams, French Horn (Hillcrest High School) Ben Maclay, Bassoon (Sparkman High School) Trevor Lilsey, Tuba (Homewood High School) Hunter Pellum, Bassoon (Bob Jones High School) Curtis Johnson, Vibraphone (Baker high School) August 2010
AVA All-State 2010 Outstanding Choral Student auditions are held in each district to select a male and a female who represent superior dedication and talent in their school choral program. All candidates prepare a resume, perform a vocal solo, and are interviewed by a panel of judges. The District Winners are (L-R) District I Female: Suzanne Reese, Florence High School Male: Porter Mitchell, Florence High School Quincy Hall, Holt HS District II Male: Ashley Lewis, Spain Park HS District III Female: Jay Henley, Hoover HS Caylen McCall, Oxford HS Male: Isiah Burgin, Alexandria HS District IV Female: Allison Booth Grissom HS Chris Sebastian Lee HS Male: Emily Cheek, Montgomery Academy District V Female: Seth McCullough, Enterprise HS Jenni Dyess, Faith Academy Male: Byron Turk, UMS Wright District VI Female: Male: District VIIFemale: Male: ala breve 25
AMEA Governing Board Meeting June 10, 2010 MINUTES Montgomery Renaissance Hotel The AMEA Governing Board met at the Renaissance Hotel in A discussion occurred concerning photography at the AMEA Conferences. Montgomery, Alabama on June 10, 2010. The meeting was called to order Garry Taylor suggested all divisions designate a person to photograph the at 10:00 a.m. by AMEA President Steve McLendon. Present at the event and send him the photographs to compile. Carl Hancock suggested meeting: Steve McLendon, Garry Taylor, Pat Stegall, Karen Hickok, Carla a professional photographer should come in to record the inaugural Gallahan, Chuck Eady, Carl Hancock, Gene Gooch, Rob Lyda, Moya conference at our new location. Suggestions were made with the names of Norland, Gary Packwood, Martha Lockett, Lindsey Folsom, Taylor Sparks, professional photographers to contact. Sara Womack, Tim Phillips, Daniel Jameson, Sharon August, Beth Davis, Jane Powell, and Jody Powell. Martha Lockett suggested inviting Legislators to participate in some of the AMEA events. Pat Stegall presented Steve McLendon the AMEA President’s gavel. Mr. McLendon and the AMEA Governing Board thanked Mr. Stegall for his A discussion of the peer review process for Ala Breve article submissions service as AMEA President. occurred. Dr. Phillips will get information about the status of incorporating this into the article selection process. The minutes of the January 23, 2010 meeting of the AMEA Governing Board were read by Recording Secretary Carla Gallahan. The minutes The AMEA Board will be represented well at Music Education Week in were approved as read. Washington, D.C. A meeting will be conducted with many of our Alabama representatives to discuss the importance of music education in our State. The financial report was distributed and discussed. Pat Stegall (Chuck Eady) motioned to accept the report. Passed. This report is available online Assistance is needed at the on-site registration at the AMEA Conference. at alabamamea.org Each Division is asked to have two people assigned to assist in order to make the process move much more efficiently. Pat Stegall led a presentation on AMEA leadership training. The Governing Board divided into smaller groups and discussed individual New Business roles and responsibilities. The Governing Board reconvened to discuss common topics involving AMEA Leadership and duties. Hall of Fame/Outstanding Administrator/Outstanding Music Educator – deadline for submissions is July 15, 2010. Garry Taylor led a presentation on AMEA conference planning and distributed a conference planning guide. A revision of the Treasurer and Executive Director responsibilities as outlined in Board policy was discussed. Chuck Eady (Daniel Jamieson) Officer, representative, and division reports were presented and may be motioned to make the changes as necessary to accurately reflect the current viewed online by visiting our website, www.alabamamea.org responsibilities of both positions. Old Business A discussion occurred on professional performance recordings at the AMEA Conference. The Board will accept bids from recording personnel The budget committee met and proposed the 2010-2011 budget to the each year and select the company annually. Governing Board. The Governing Board was given the opportunity to review the proposed budget and Pat Stegall discussed several items that Interest was expressed in adding an on-line only edition of the Ala Breve had changed from previous years. to be published in the summer months. Carl Hancock (Sharon August) motioned to add an online Ala Breve issue. Officer Elections – the AMEA officer elections for this year were online. It was reported that the online voting went well and there was more Locations for future AMEA conferences were discussed. The Renaissance participation in this year’s voting than in the past. Hotel is not available in 2013 on the traditional dates of AMEA. Garry Taylor is seeking other options at this point for 2013. Collegiate Honor Group – initial meetings and planning have begun to add an Intercollegiate Band to the 2011 AMEA Conference. Details of this Garry Taylor distributed the session proposal and performance submissions ensemble will be presented at the August meeting of the AMEA Governing to each Division President for review. Board. A discussion on the 2011 conference planning occurred. Additions to Performance scheduling – a suggestion was made that divisions should Saturday morning events at AMEA were discussed and encouraged. The consider joint clinics and concerts. This would provide additional Keynote Speaker, Mr. Shuler will speak at 9:15 a.m. on Friday and Dr. performance opportunities and increase the audience. The Board should Bronner will speak at 2:15 p.m. on Friday of the Conference. seek, in their planning of events, to do their best to create a schedule that will provide a good audience for each performing group. The Board was The next meeting of the AMEA Governing Board will be held on August encouraged to work together when scheduling for the conference. 14, 2010 at the Renaissance Hotel in Montgomery, Alabama at 10:00 a.m. Elementary Education Exhibitors – there is a need for additional exhibitors Chuck Eady (Steve McLendon) motioned to adjourn the meeting at 3:52 for elementary education at the AMEA Conference. Please send Garry p.m. Taylor recommendations for possible exhibitors and he will make the contact. The AOA Division is interested in adding exhibitors for their area Respectfully submitted, as well. All members of the Board were encouraged to submit names of possible exhibitors. We will have room for additional exhibitors at the new Carla Gallahan conference facilities. AMEA Recording Secretary 26 August 2010
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Phi Beta Mu Tips That Click Welcome to a new column that is Dan Havely was the band director at pants. Have a plan for your rehearsal designed to share information gleaned Athens High School for thirty years and and stick to it. Your students are not from some of the most distinguished still directs the Athens Community stupid. They know when you are just and experienced instrumental music Band and teaches at Athens State bluffing and wasting their time! Both of teachers in the state. It is the hope of College. Dan’s high school bands were these tips worked for me and helped me Phi Beta Mu that all of us can learn (and always among the finest in the state and in my career.” relearn) from this knowledge. The focus the he attributes this to a simple of this issue’s column is information principle: “Don’t cheat the Our final contributor, Pat Stegall, has that would lead to a smooth beginning fundamentals. Spend lots of time on been the director for over two decades for a new director or a director starting long tones and making sure that every at Muscle Shoals High School, and has in a new position. Below are the student is engaged in producing the best also served as AMEA President and responses of four prominent band tone possible.” Havely continues by many other positions in AMEA and directors who wished to share with all stating: “ Breath support is a concept ABA. His reflections on what directors of us. that can affect positively or negatively entering a new position are: “When in almost every area of instrumental Rome, Do as the Romans do! Do not try Our first contributor is Tommy assessment. Tone, balance, blend, to change everything at once — Slow Brannan, who is a member of the intonation, precision, and articulation and steady wins the race. Your job is Alabama Bandmasters Hall of Fame, are all influenced by breath support”. about providing opportunities for Past-President of the Alabama students to find success, no matter what Bandmasters Association and was for Mike Jones served as band director at level you are on. Keep your life in many years the Band Director at Hewitt-Trussville Junior High and balance. (The hardest one for me, Tuscaloosa County High School in Hewitt-Trussville High School for over personally). Keep your relationships Northport. His advice to new directors twenty-five years. He is still serving with students, parents, teachers and is: “Be organized! Know what your band directors every week as an adjunct administrators “professional”. Learn responsibilities are and take care of instructor, which gives him plenty of everyone’s name as quickly as possible. them in a timely fashion. Plan your year opportunities to see “what works” in They all know yours! Play more, talk in advance verifying all dates, activities, band programs. He offers two tips that less. Make plans now to attend the and place them on the school calendar he believes were crucial to his success. AMEA Conference in Montgomery. (during the summer). This proactive “My first piece of advice for a new You will need the experience to energize effort helps your administrator and teacher would be to find a really good you”. others avoid conflicts. Be a good faculty experienced band director (or maybe member! Don’t isolate yourself in the two) and worry them to death asking The membership of Phi Beta Mu hopes bandroom. Help out with other questions. I learned more my first few that all new (and old) band directors and activities and been seen as “part of the years from guys like Charley Hulgan music educators have a great start to team”. Brannan concludes with: “Get a and Larry Deagon. I was constantly your best year ever! good mentor(s). Having more than one asking them how to do this and that. is a good thing! Ask questions and then Any real teacher will be glad to pass Email Phil Min at [email protected] if listen and accept their advice”. along helpful advice. My second piece you have suggestions for the “Tips That of advice is plan, plan, plan!!! Too many Click” columns in future issues of Ala teachers try to fly by the seat of their Breve. PLAN AHEAD! The 2011 AMEA In-Service Conference will be January 20-22 at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel at the Convention Center. Use the pre-registration form in this issue or register on-line at www.alabamamea.org. Reserve your room at the conference rate by clicking on the link on the main page of the website. ala breve 29
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM LAST NAME ______________________________ AMEA In-Service Conference FIRST NAME______________________(for badge) January 20-22, 2011 Renaissance Montgomery Hotel at the Convention MENC ID#_________________________________ Center, Montgomery, Alabama Please enclose a copy of your card. Home Address: __________________________________ ____________________ ______ _______ (City) (State) (Zip) Home Phone: ______________________________ Email: __________________________________ School Name: ______________________________________________________________________ School Address: _________________________________ ____________________ ______ _______ (City) (State) (Zip) School Phone: ______________________________ Fax: ___________________________________ Division Affiliation: (check all that apply) _____ABA _____AVA _____ELEM _____AOA _____HED _____CMENC Please tell us if you are: _____Clinician _____Conductor of a performing group at the conference _____Retired _____Guest Performer Current Members, Clinicians, First Year Teachers CMENC Members Conductors Pre-Registration $80.00 Pre-registration $65.00 Pre-Registration $30.00 (On-Site Registration $90.00) (On-Site Registration $75.00) (On-Site Registration $35.00) Retired Members Spouse* or Guest* of Non-Member Alabama AMEA Member Music Teacher Registration Complimentary Registration $15.00 Pre-Registration $185.00 (On-Site Registration $195.00) *may not be a music teacher TOTAL AMOUNT PAID $____________ MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO AMEA A fee of $35 will be charged for returned checks No Purchase Orders Accepted. Check or Credit Card Only To pre-register with a credit card go to www.alabamamea.org through January 10, 2011 ************************* Mail form and check by Jan. 10, 2011 to: *********************** AMEA, 1612 Second Avenue SW, #181, Cullman, AL 35055 Important: Forms and payment received after Jan. 10, 2011 will be held at the registration desk for onsite registration. Do not send forms or payment to the above address after Jan. 10, 2011! THANK YOU! Your conference packet will be ready at the registration desk in the Bryant Conference Center. Your receipt will be in your packet at the conference. ******************************************************************************************************************************************** Please do not fill in the information below. This is for AMEA bookkeeping ONLY Personal Check # _________________________ School Check # ______________________ Membership verified and payment receipted by: ________________________________ Date: ____________________ 30 August 2010
Alabama Teacher of the Year AMEA’s Phil Rodney Wilson AMEA’s Phil Rodney Wilson has been \"Phil Wilson is the teacher everyone The selection process for Alabama’s selected 2010-11 Alabama Teacher of the wishes they had: parents, students, Teacher of the Year begins at the school Year. Wilson teaches music to 1st-5th principals and other teachers.\" said system level. Each school system can graders at Ogletree Elementary School in Cristen Herring, Director of Elementary nominate an elementary and secondary the Auburn City School System. Curriculum and Professional teacher at the district level. One Development for Auburn City Schools. elementary teacher and one secondary Near the end of the live broadcast event, teacher are selected from each of the eight The 2010 Alabama Stars in Education \"Mr. Wilson teaches far more than music. state Board of Education districts. A state Awards, State Superintendent of Whatever the lesson – Pi, insects, U.S. selection committee selects four teachers Education Joseph B. Morton announced Presidents, state names – Mr. Wilson has from the 16 district finalists to be the coveted title of Alabama Teacher of a song that will connect to the interviewed for the titles Alabama the Year. With the title, Wilson assumes curriculum.\" Herring continued, Teacher of the Year and Alternate Teacher the role of official spokesperson and \"Instruction and integration of the Fine of the Year. representative for teachers in Alabama for Arts is jeopardized in these difficult the next year. The awards ceremony, times, but as a dedicated warrior, Phil Wilson will spend much of the 2010-2011 which honors all of the district finalists Wilson, proves that discipline-based arts school year serving as an ambassador for for Teacher of the Year, is held annually in education is vital to the success of our public education and the teaching celebration of these teachers’ dedication students and our schools.\" profession. to education in Alabama public schools. Wilson graduated from Troy University ABOUT THE ALABAMA with a Bachelor’s Degree in Music TEACHER OF THE YEAR Education and earned a Master’s Degree in Music Education from Auburn The state Teacher of the Year Program University. He believes that no recognizes and honors the many accomplishment is greater than knowing contributions of our classroom teachers. that after his students leave his Ogletree Alabama's Teacher of the Year Program is Elementary School classroom, they are one of the oldest and most prestigious working to make this world a better place. award programs for teachers. The Morton said Wilson truly personifies the program is affiliated with the National time, attention and patience that great Teacher of the Year Program. The educators show every day in the National Teacher of the Year Program, classroom. Morton said all of the presented by the ING Foundation, is a candidates have such remarkable talent project of the Council of Chief State and are to be congratulated on the School Officers and sponsored by invaluable contributions they make in the Scholastic Inc. Each year, Alabama's classroom and in the lives of students. Teacher of the Year is a candidate for the National Teacher of the Year. Did You Know? AMEA is now on Facebook! President-Elect Sara Womack is the administrator of the AMEA Facebook group and posts reminders, announcements, and fun facts to members. Look us up and join the group today! ala breve 31
Campus Connections... News and Happenings from Alabama’s Colleges and Universities Colleges and universities are encouraged to submit newsworthy material and announcements for publication in Ala Breve The John M. Long School of Music – Bands here by AMEA to share information Troy University (Middle School SEUS, with you. contact Dr. Mark As this new school year begins, we are Walker) I am delighted to welcome two new once again grateful to AMEA for faculty members this academic year. Dr. providing this opportunity to share January 14-15 High School Choral Mark Degoti, Assistant Professor of information and opportunities with our Clinic and Honor Trumpet, comes to Auburn from Eastern music colleagues and music students Choir Illinois University. He will perform in across the state. (Choral SEUS, contact trumpet recitals and ensembles, teach Dr. Michael Hix) applied trumpet, coach brass quintets, New Faculty and trumpet ensemble. He holds Bob Bullock has joined our School of February 3-5 High School Concert Bachelor of Music degrees in Trumpet Music faculty as a professor working in Band Clinic and Performance and Music Theory from the the Music Industry area teaching courses Honor Bands University of Michigan and the Master’s in audio engineering. Professor (High School SEUS, and Doctoral degrees in Trumpet Bullock’s engineering credits while contact Professor Carla Performance from Indiana University. living in Nashville include over fifty Gallahan) gold and platinum albums, including Dr. Russell Haight joins the Auburn Shania Twain, Reba McEntire, George April 2 TROY University faculty as Instructor of Saxophone. He Strait, Tanya Tucker, Patty Loveless, Clarinet Day holds the Bachelor of Science, Billy Dean, John Anderson, Hank (contact Dr. Tim Electronic Media, Arts, and Williams Jr., Jimmy Buffet and Suzy Phillips) Communication degree from Rensselaer Boggs. Polytechnic Institute, and the Master’s April 11 TROY University and Doctoral degrees in Saxophone Dr. Traci Mendel has joined our School Performance (Jazz emphasis) from the of Music faculty as a professor working Limelight - Music University of Texas at Austin. He has in the music theory/composition area. Industry Showcase taught saxophone and jazz courses at Dr. Mendel comes to Troy University The University of Texas at Austin and from Appalachian State University (contact Professor The University of Texas A&M- where she taught courses in music Kingsville. His responsibilities at theory, aural skills and composition. Robert W. Smith) Auburn include teaching applied Active as a composer, Dr. Mendel has a saxophone, performing as a classical D.M. in Music Composition from The Scholarship information, audition and jazz saxophonist, and directing the Florida State University. AU Jazz Band. dates, and additional concert dates are In the Auburn Department of Music, we Laura Aaron Mixon has joined our are proud to offer an intimate and School of Music faculty as a professor listed on our website. We invite you to nurturing atmosphere that provides working in the choral/music education opportunities for individual attention areas. Prior to her arrival at Troy “visit” us at music.troy.edu or in person and regular performance for students. I University, Professor Mixon taught invite you to read about our choral music in the public schools of soon. distinguished faculty, major performing Alabama. Most recently, she developed ensembles, programs of study, and a middle school choir program for the Auburn University available scholarships, and Troy City Schools. Professor Mixon has Music Department assistantships on our website at: a Bachelor of Music Education degree www.auburn.edu/music. Contact the and a Master of Science in Music The Music Department at Auburn Department of Music at 334-844-4165 if Education degree from Troy University. University offers exciting opportunities you have questions about our degree for performance and music education programs or offerings. Annual Event Reminder 2010-2011 majors, as well as for students majoring December 2-4 Middle School Band- in other fields who wish to participate in War Eagle! classes and ensembles. The department Clinic and Honor strives to achieve and sustain excellent standards of performance, creativity, pedagogy, research and scholarship in music. Many of our talented faculty members have achieved national recognition for their accomplishments. We appreciate the opportunity offered 32 August 2010
Alabama Intercollegiate Band 2011 Conductor Professor Ray Cramer Director of Bands Emeritus Indiana University Inaugural Performance at the 2011 Alabama Music Educators Association In-Service Conference Sponsored and Supported by the College and University Band Directors of Alabama Al ab am a In t er col l eg i at e Ban d Or g ani zi n g Com m i t t ee: Dr. Sue Samuels, Chair (CBDNA State Chair), UAB Dr. Larry Blocher, Troy University Dr. Randall Coleman, University of Alabama Professor Carla Gallahan, Troy University Dr. James Smisek, Samford University ala breve 33
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Focus on Fundamentals Te a c h i n g t h e B e g i n n i n g H o r n S t u d e n t by Carla Gallahan I t is time for another school year to upwards “into” the embouchure causing Perhaps the most apt description of begin, and with it a new class of undue pressure. The student’s other the completely formed embouchure aspiring young horn players are fingers should be placed on the valves in would be a “puckered smile.” In entering our band programs. The a natural, curved position. The student’s using this combination of fundamentals of playing -- including thumb should be placed on the thumb key puckering and smiling, let us not posture, hand position, embouchure on a double horn or the thumb rest on a lose sight of the fact that we are formation, and mouthpiece placement -- single horn. trying to attain a beautiful, are aspects we must focus on early in the characteristic tone. Perhaps instruction to set the students up for Right Hand - The placement of the right instinct and a critical ear are our overall musical success and growth. hand in the horn bell impacts both the best aids in combining these tone and intonation of the horn. Thus, opposing muscular controls. The Horn Posture/Holding the proper right hand placement is crucial for thin, hard tone is the result of too Instrument a horn player’s success on the instrument. much smile, while the thick, dead The student’s fingers and thumb of the tone and characteristic fuzzy Control and comfort in holding the right hand should be together and the attacks are the result of a too instrument are important to the student’s hand cupped slightly (as if holding a thickly puckered “whistling” early success and confidence. When small amount of water). The student embouchure. seated, the student should sit toward the should place his/her hand inside the bell, front of the chair with both feet on the in a vertical position, with the back of the Areas of concern involving the floor and his/her back straight. Since the fingers against the far side of the bell. embouchure include air pockets (behind horn is a rather large instrument, The horn should be supported primarily the upper or lower lip) and “puffy especially for some beginners, the student by the thumb and index finger of the right cheeks.” These are signs that the should sit in the chair at a slight angle hand in this position. Since hands (and embouchure is not correct and must be with his/her right leg on the outside of the horn bells) come in different sizes, exact addressed to achieve good control and right chair leg. The student can then rest placement will vary. If a muffled tone is tone on the horn. Once the embouchure the bell of the horn on the outside of the produced, the hand either is in the bell too has been established, placement of the right thigh and move his/her leg far or is “closing off” the bell and horn mouthpiece should be (backward or forward) to assist in adjustments must be made accordingly. approximately two-thirds on the upper lip adjusting the instrument height and Likewise, an adjustment must be made if and one-third on the lower lip. A good mouthpiece alignment for proper playing the tone is too open. The student’s hand embouchure will allow the player to position. The student should not contort can go farther in the bell or be relaxed perform in all ranges without having to his/her body to reach the mouthpiece; slightly. The teacher and student must make changes in the position of the lips rather, he/she must be in control of the listen carefully to the tone and make on the mouthpiece. instrument and bring it comfortably to slight adjustments, if necessary, in order his/her embouchure. Attention to these to find the correct right hand placement. Armed with a solid foundation in proper details will result in an optimal position posture, hand position, embouchure, and to begin instruction. Embouchure/Mouthpiece mouthpiece placement, the student is now Placement ready to begin playing the horn. Hand Position Repetition, assessment, and reminders by The embouchure is very important to tone the teacher are necessary to establish Left Hand - Proper left hand position is production and careful attention must be proper performance habits. On-going essential for establishing good technique provided in this area for the students to focus on fundamentals is an important on the horn. The student’s little finger establish good habits. While specific key to the young horn player’s success! may be placed in the support “hook.” steps for establishing a good horn However, the teacher must caution embouchure are outlined in most Carla Gallahan is Assistant Professor of against tension. Tension may be caused beginning method books, a few reminders Music Education, Coordinator of Music either by the student’s straining to reach and “cautions” for teachers follow. Education Interns, and Horn Instructor at the support, thus causing stress in the Farkas, in his treatise on horn, The Art of TROY University. hand and fingers, or by the use of force French Horn Playing, advocates a by the little finger in pushing the horn “puckered smile” embouchure. ala breve 35
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Honorary President John M. Long Honored by National Band Association I t was the first time in anyone’s memory when a sitting president of the National Band Association attended a Hall of Fame of Distinguished Conductor’s induction ceremony. “Ralph, our president Culverhouse wants to talk to the group a minute. I think it’s the first time a president has even been to this ceremony,” Dr. John M. Long interrupted master of ceremonies and Troy University’s director of bands. “What’s he want,” Ford queried. A shrug of the shoulders and a “I have no Dr. John Culverhouse, left, President of the National Band Association, idea” from Long brought Dr. John reads a resolution installing Troy University Director of Bands Emeritus Culverhouse, president of the world’s Dr. John M. Long, right, as the association’s honorary president. largest band organization to the podium Association Executive Secretary Linda Moorhouse and Mary Lynn Long, in the Hawkins-Adams-Long Hall of Dr. Long’s wife, assist in the honors during the association’s Hall of Fame Honor, home to the NBA’s Hall of Fame of Distinguished Conductors induction ceremonies recently at Troy of Distinguished Conductors, the state’s University. (TROY photo/Cass Davis) only national hall of fame. Executive Secretary and associate director of bands Long, who began his career at Troy in Kappa Psi honorary band fraternity, Phi at Louisiana State University, Dr. Linda 1965, is a distinguished professor Mu Alpha, Delta Chi fraternity and Phi Moorhouse, attending the induction emeritus and director of bands emeritus at Eta Sigma. He is an active guest ceremonies as a presenter, followed in the University and serves as chairman of conductor, speaker, clinician and close tow. the board of directors of the National adjudicator through the United States, Band Association. He is a past president Europe, Canada and Mexico. In 2005, he It soon became evident that the NBA had of the American Bandmasters was honored by the Alabama Music an honor to bestow besides the three Hall Association, and, in 1994, was inducted Educators Association with its Barbara of Fame inductions: the installation of an in the NBA’s Hall of Fame. He is a Odom Award for lifetime achievements in honorary president of the organization. Guntersville native. music education, and holds the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award from “This is just a huge honor,” Dr. Long said. During his 31-year career at Troy, the the National Eagle Scout Association. “I’m completely surprised by it and it’s University’s “Sound of the South” the greatest honor of my life. I had no idea marching band represented the state in Before coming to Troy, Dr. Long directed they were going to do that.” four presidential inaugural parades and a several high school bands in the state, served as the official band for two including a stint as band director at “To be made the honorary president of the presidential visits to Alabama. Marshall County High School before largest band director organization in the even receiving his high school diploma. United States is a very high honor and I He is a member of Omicron Delta Kappa appreciate that,” he added, saying the honor society, Phi Delta Kappa, Kappa association represents “everybody from junior high band directors to military bands.” ala breve 37
Alabama Music Educators Association Young Composers Competition The AMEA Young Composers Competition has been created to encourage Alabama's developing student composers by providing professional level review and consideration. By recognizing outstanding student compositions, this process will support Alabama music teachers by recognizing their efforts to incorporate the MENC standards. It is also hoped that this kind of professional recognition will provide a showcase for the composition talents of these young Alabama musicians. Competition Guidelines and Regulations Eligibility: Open to students grades K-College Requirements: Compose a solo, song, string quartet, concerto, or any medium of choice in one of the categories. Score Format: TWO copies of an original score must be sent with the entry form. Hand-written and computer- generated formats are accepted. Measures MUST be numbered on each score submitted. Tape, CD or computer-generated recordings are encouraged but not mandatory. Contest Rules and Procedures: 1. Sponsoring teacher must be AMEA member. 2. Entries must be original unpublished compositions. No transcriptions or arrangements will be eligible. 3. The purpose of the competition is to encourage student composers. Therefore, the compositions must be conceived and constructed by the composer. 4. Entries shall be between 1-8 minutes in length. 5. Adjudication comments will be available after all entries have been reviewed. 6. Compositions must be submitted with a full score. Recordings are welcome but not mandatory. Please do not send parts with you score. 7. The composer's name must appear on the score and recording (if available). The date of the composition must appear on the title page. 8. All entries must be postmarked by OCTOBER 29. 2010. Entries received after the deadline will not be considered. 9. Finalists will be selected from each Division and Category, the judges will determine how many finalists will be selected. 10. All rights, including copyrighting, remain with the composer. 11. Submitted materials will not be returned. 12. Compositions submitted must not be published and must not have won any other competitions. 13. The panel of judges may include qualified university composition faculty, members of the music industry, composers and other music educators. Their decision will be final, with the right to withhold awards in the event that no entry is judged worthy. 14. Each composer may submit one entry. 15. Finalist(s) will be recognized at the annual AMEA conference. Judging: Entries will be accepted in the following divisions and categories: Division 1 - Elementary (K-5) Division 2 - Middle (6-8) Division 3 - High (9-12) Division 4 - College Composers may enter a piece from any of the FIVE categories below: Category A: Solo composition (including song with accompaniment; orchestral instrument with accompaniment, e.g. violin sonata). Category B: Chamber piece for duo, trio, quintet, etc. (other than string quartet). 38 August 2010
Category C: Orchestral/Band/Choral. (large ensemble work) Category D: String Quartet. Category E: Jazz - a piece for jazz ensemble.(combo or large ensemble) Points (100): 30 points - structure, musical creativity, and development. 30 points - compositional technique; use of instrument(s). 30 points - melodic, rhythmic and harmonic consideration. 10 points - presentation (to include correct musical notation). Judging: All entrants will receive a written critique from the judging panel. The decision of the judging panel is final. Prizes & Awards: Composition finalists will be recognized at the AMEA conference. Entry fee: $20.00 Checks should be made payable to Homewood Middle School. Deadline: Postmarked on or before October 29, 2010 Entry: Send composition and completed entry form to: AMEA Young Composers Competition c/o Chris Cooper Homewood Middle School 395 Mecca Ave. Homewood, AL 35209 …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2010-2011 APPLICATION FORM NAME________________________________ BIRTH DATE____/____/____GRADE_________DIVISION_________ ADDRESS______________________________________CITY___________________STATE_______ZIP___________ TELEPHONE________________PARENT/GUARDIAN__________________________EMAIL___________________ TITLE OF COMPOSITION__________________________________________________________________________ CATEGORY(A,B,C,D,E)_______DATE OF COMPOSITION____/____/____ SCHOOL_________________________________________ SCHOOL ADDRESS______________________________ MUSIC TEACHER_______________________________________ PHONE#_________________________________ MUSIC TEACHER EMAIL___________________________________________MENC#_________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE OF COMPOSER ___________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE OF PARENT/GUARDIAN ___________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE OF TEACHER ENTRY FEE(S) $_________ CHECK # _________ 39 ala breve
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Homewood City Schools Best 100 Communities for Music Education in America For the 5th time Homewood City Schools development is understood by the school in our district K-12. It also shows the has received recognition for the Best 100 districts that have achieved this award. It commitment in music education by Communities for Music Education in is a celebration of the 100 Best Music Homewood City Schools Board of America. The dates were 2005, 2007, Education Programs in America that Education, Administration and the City of 2008, 2009, 2010. better the lives of their students. There are Homewood. This award brings national 21 states that have music programs that attention to our community and the State The recognition award is sponsored by have received the award this year. These of Alabama. I hope that by receiving this NAMM, to honor communities around programs ensure that all children have recognition that it helps other districts the nation for their music education access to a quality music education become aware of the importance of music programs. The award is voted on by a programs that encourage students to reach education throughout our state as part of joint advisory organization which their own unique potential and encourage every childs total educational experience. includes the following: a lifelong participation in music making. In times of budget cuts it is so important that the students in the State of Alabama Americans for the Arts It is truly a wonderful acknowledgement still have the opportunity to experience a League of American Orchestras of the hard work our music educators do quality music education program. The Mr. Hollands Opus Foundation The Metropolitan Opera Guild Music for All Music Teachers National Association National Guild of Community School of the Arts National PTA VH1 Save the Music Foundation This the 10th annual award. Homewood City Schools has received the award 5 times. It acknowledges schools and districts across the U.S. for their commitment and support of music education in schools. The potential of music to help children reach their full Questions about your MENC membership? Call 1-800-828-0229 or e-mail [email protected] ala breve 41
AMEADivision Events 2010 - 2011 Alabama Bandmasters Association AMEA In-Service Conference/All-State Jazz Band All-State Band Festival January 20-22, 2011 - Renaissance Montgomery Hotel at the Convention Center April 14-16, 2011 - Mobile Summer In-Service Conference All-State Solo Festival June 22-23, Hilton Garden Inn, Orange Beach April 13, 2011 - Mobile District I All-State Band Auditions January 29...........................................Brewer High School District Honor Band February 18-19...............................Bob Jones High School State MPA February 24-25..............................................Huntsville HS March 24-25......................................................Decatur HS Solo & Ensemble Festival April 2..............................................Hartselle High School April 30...........................................Liberty Middle School District II All-State Band Auditions January 15..................................Jacksonville High School State MPA February 23-25.........................Gadsden City High School March 25-26..........................Albertville Fine Arts Center- District Honor Band April 30........................................................................TBA Solo & Ensemble Festival District III All-State Band Auditions January 29...............................Muscle Shoals High School District Honor Band February 18-19.................................Florence High School State MPA March 9-11.......................................Florence High School May 7.........................Muscle Shoals Middle School Solo & Ensemble Festival District IV All-State Band Auditions January 15...........................................Hoover High School District Honor Band January 28-29...............................Homewood High School February 22-24.............................Homewood High School State High School MPA March 8-10..................................................................TBA State Middle School MPA May 7.........................................Thompson Middle School Solo & Ensemble Festival District V All-State Band Auditions January 29........................................Prattville High School District VI District Honor Band February 18-19.......................University of West Alabama District VII State MPA February 23-24...................Moody, University of Alabama District VIII March 8............................................Prattville High School Solo & Ensemble Festival April 26.........................................Hillcrest Middle School All-State Band Auditions January 29..........................................Opelika High School District Honor Band February 25-26...................................Auburn High School March 5................................... Auburn Junior High School Solo & Ensemble Festival March 8-10.........................................Opelika High School State MPA April 2......................................................St. James School Solo & Ensemble Festival All-State Band Auditions January 15.......................................Davidson High School State MPA March 23-25......................................Daphne High School April 30......................................Alma Bryant High School Solo & Ensemble Festival May 7...........................................Robertsdale High School All-State Band Auditions January 29....................................................................TBA State MPA February 22-24...............................Enterprise High School February 25-26............................................................TBA District Honor Band May 7.............................................Andalusia High School May 14............................................Rehobeth High School Solo & Ensemble Festival Alabama Orchestra Association AMEA Conference All-State Orchestra Festival January 20-22, 2011 University of Alabama Renaissance Montgomery Hotel at the Convention Center February 10-13, 2011 42 August 2010
Alabama Vocal Association Fall Workshop - September 10-11, 2009 - Dawson Baptist Church, Homewood All-State Show Choir Auditions - October 7-9, 2010 - Hueytown First United Methodist Church AMEA/Show Choir - January 20-22, 2010 - Renaissance Montgomery Hotel at the Convention Center FAME - January 21, 2011 - Renaissance Montgomery Hotel at the Convention Center All-State - March 24-26, 2011 - Samford University, Birmingham OCS/OA at All-State - March 23-26, 2011 - Samford University ASSC at All-State - March 24, 2011 - Samford University All-State Auditions - November 11 - Florence High School/Florence Middle School November 12-13 - Mayfair Church of Christ, Huntsville November 15 - Spring Hill Baptist Church, Mobile November 16 - Montgomery, TBA November 17 - Hueytown United Methodist Church November 18 - Gadsden City High School November 19 - Hueytown United Methodist Church District I Music Ed Scholarship Decatur High School.....................................November 4 District II OA & OCS Decatur High School.......................................January 13 First Baptist, Decatur.....................................February 10 State Choral Performance Assessment Highland Baptist, Florence............................February 11 Highland Baptist, Florence..................................April 26 Spring S&E Music Ed Scholarship, OA & OCS Tuscaloosa County High School...................November 30 Tuscaloosa County High School.............................April 5 Spring S&E TBA............................................................................TBA State Choral Performance Assessment District III Music Ed Scholarship, OA & OCS Liberty Park MS ...............................................January 11 Spring S&E Mortimer Jordan High School.............................March 29 Mt. Vernon Methodist, Gardendale..................April 11-13 State Choral Performance Assessment District IV Fall S&E Gadsden City HS..............................................October 28 Music Ed Scholarship, OA & OCS Oxford High School..........................................January 11 State Choral Performance Assessment Gadsden City High School...............................March 9-10 Gadsden City High School....................................April 21 Spring S&E District V Music Ed Scholarship, OA & OCS Madison Academy.............................................January 10 State Choral Performance Assessment Columbia High School...............................February 14-15 Willowbrook Baptist Church...........................April 25-26 Spring S&E District VI Music Ed Scholarship, OA & OCS Tallassee High School.........................................January 5 Spring S&E First Baptist Church, Tallassee................................April 5 First Baptist Church, Tallassee................................April 5 State Choral Performance Assessment District VII Music Ed Scholarship, OA & OCS UMS Wright....................................................December 2 Fall S&E Spring Hill Baptist..........................................November 2 Spring Hill Baptist...........................................February 18 Spring S&E Spring Hill Baptist...........................................April 14-15 State Choral Performance Assessment Elementary/General Division October 1 – AMEA Elementary Music Festival with Cristi Cary Miller, Wright Center at Samford University October 2 – AMEA/AL AOSA Joint Workshop with Cristi Cary Miller November 3-6 – AOSA National Conference, Spokane, Washington January 20-22 – AMEA In-Service Conference, Renaissance Montgomery Hotel at the Convention Center ala breve 43
PHI BETA MU ALL-STATE BAND AUDITION RECORDINGS P.O. BOX 11513 MONTGOMERY, AL 36111 Rho Chapter of Phi Beta Mu Bandmasters Fraternity is happy to offer compact discs of the all-state exercises. These CD’s are prepared by competent university teachers and offer an excellent study guide for the all-state audition. Individual CD’s are $15.00. Complete sets of 14 CD’s are $175.00. Please return this order form with check or school purchase order to the above address. For information, contact D. D. Black - Phone: (334) 281-2249 Fax: (334) 288-3595 Email: [email protected] Postal rates have increased but the price remains the same. ( ) Band Director ( ) Student Name______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________________________________________________ City_____________________________________________________________ Zip_______________________________________ School______________________________________________________Home Phone ( ) _____________________________ E-Mail Address______________________________________________________________________________________________ Note: Please indicate number of each selection below: JUNIOR HIGH RECORDINGS ( ) Set of 14 Junior High CD’s - $175.00 (Individual CD’s are $15.00 each) ( ) Jr. High Piccolo ( ) Jr. High Bass Clarinet ( ) Jr. High Trombone ( ) Jr. High Flute ( ) Jr. High Alto Saxophone ( ) Jr. High Euphonium BC/TC ( ) Jr. High Oboe ( ) Jr. High Tenor Saxophone ( ) Jr. High Tuba ( ) Jr. High Bassoon ( ) Jr. High Trumpet ( ) Jr. High Percussion ( ) Jr. High Bb Clarinet ( ) Jr. High French Horn *Alto Sax may be used for baritone sax practice. SENIOR HIGH RECORDINGS ( ) Set of 14 Senior High CD’s - $175.00 (Individual CD’s are $15.00 each) ( ) Sr. High Piccolo ( ) Sr. High Bass Clarinet ( ) Sr. High Trombone ( ) Sr.. High Flute ( ) Sr. High Alto Saxophone ( ) Sr. High Euphonium BC/TC ( ) Sr. High Oboe ( ) Sr. High Tenor Saxophone ( ) Sr. High Tuba ( ) Sr. High Bassoon ( ) Sr. High Trumpet ( ) Sr. High Percussion ( ) Sr. High Bb Clarinet ( ) Sr. High French Horn *Alto Sax may be used for baritone sax practice. Total Number of CD’s Ordered: ____________ ( )Check or ( )Purchase Order # ____________________________ Please do not write below this line Check # __________________________ For $____________________________ Rec.____________________________________ Purchase Order # ______________________________________________________ Order #________________________________ 44 August 2010
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