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SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 4 Idaho Music Notes 5 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 I want to make sure of you are aware of a big change that the IMEA Board has decided to go forward with and that is go to yearly All-State Honor Groups, starting next year with President’s All-Northwest in Spokane, Washington. So be sure your students are downloading the NW audition to practice this summer and that they upload an audition next fall, because if they are not picked for All-Northwest, they can be selected for All-State. Page Encourage them to audition; the audition material is available on the NW website and will be on the IMEA website shortly. If you haven’t heard the news, Wayne Millet is your new IMEA Curt Griffiths President-Elect. Congratulations, Wayne, and to all Idaho Music Educators, Wayne will do the job of President as well as he has The Last Column! the job of IMEA Webmaster, first class all the way. Dear Colleagues, In closing thank you all for allowing me to service you and “On behalf of the Idaho Music Educators Association (IMEA), I invite As I sit down to write my last President column for the Idaho you to join with your colleagues across the state and nation as Music Notes, I cannot help but reflect on the last four years in members of the National Association for Music Education service to IMEA and look forward to serving as Past-President the (NAfME, formerly MENC) and IMEA to support the advocacy next two. I know we have all been very busy since the State and activities that keep music education alive in our schools.” Conference with year-end concerts, graduations and preparations for ending the school year and setting things in place for the next “In these times of tight budgets, it is critical that we in music school year, for most of us at least. stand together to support each other's programs. Membership in NAfME/IMEA tells decision makers that we are a unified group I can just imagine what Karen Goodrich and Ted Hadley are of educators who believe in its importance within a student's going through as they retire and have to clean out their offices well-rounded education. We must continue to keep the and get ready for the next chapter in their lives. It has to be tough opportunities there for ALL students.” after thirty plus years of teaching music education in their communities. I am certain they will continue on to serve IMEA Sincerely yours, Curt Griffiths, President, IMEA with their considerable knowledge and abilities. Visit the IMEA website today: I know I will have to face retirement soon as well, but I am not quite ready to do that. It seems so weird to have Ted retiring; he www.idahomusiced.org. and I graduated from the University together and started teaching 39 years ago. It seems like it was yesterday and yet a ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ lifetime at the same time. So enjoy every minute, because it will be over before you know it. Be sure you leave your mark and Music Education for every day strive to educate your music students and promote Music Education to the best of your abilities. All Idaho Students It is the position of Idaho Music Educators Association that all I want to again take this opportunity to say “thank you” to so children deserve equal access to a credible and comprehensive education many people for the successful conference we had in April at that includes the study of music and the other arts. NNU. Of course Karen, Ted and Camille for all they know and do- Ron and I could not have pulled it off without them. I have heard The skills learned and the habits developed when students actively engage in quality music educational experiences taught by a certified nothing but positive responses to all the sessions. I would like to music teacher provide benefits to them as individuals and members of a extent an immense sense of gratitude to our professional global society as follows: development conference team that helped make the session 1. In a world where high stakes testing and shrinking resources tend to worthwhile and rewarding: Ginny Reese at the WMEA office; narrow the focus of teaching and learning to a limited number of core Inservice Conference/Sessions Chairs: Shirley Van Paepeghem, subjects, the strategies employed and skills taught by professional music Elementary/General Music; Eric Adamson, Middle Schools; and arts educators that target the whole child are proven to support Melanie Halsell, Small Schools; Phil Hartman, Band; Michael crucial brain development and lead to educational outcomes considered Murphy, Choral; Kevin Howard, Strings; José Rodriguez, essential for college, career and citizenship readiness: increased focus and Technology; Amanda Soto, Collegiate and Lorie Enloe, Research. academic achievement; collaboration and school engagement; and A special thank you to Past-President Matt Barkley as well, not innovation and creative thinking. only for lining up great concert hours for the conference, but also 2. The synergy that is created when training in the arts combines with for his selfless service to IMEA the last six years. scientific thinking, as illustrated by the work of inventors over the centuries, has led business leaders, educators, scientists and government I would also like to thank President-Elect Ron Curtis and his agencies to acknowledge that artistic thinking, along with science, Honor Group Chairmen: Megan Olswanger, Band; Andrew technology, engineering and mathematics, are what truly drive creativity, Percifield, Treble Choir; David Burton, Mixed Choir and Wendy innovation and economic growth. Hartman, Orchestra. All the Honor Group performances were 3. The ability to express oneself through music, movement, art and first class and well-done. Ron and all his staff were well performance helps build self-efficacy and productivity, nurtures and organized; from Hotel check in to shuttle transportation reflects our different cultures, and helps break down traditional barriers schedules. This is how I know that IMEA is in good hands for the among people, illustrating what we have in common and reinforcing what future as Ron takes over and represents Idaho Music Educators makes us uniquely human. on the NW Division and National NAfME stages. No child should be denied access to such lifelong benefits. As such, I must also tell you of the great job Bryce Quarve, Director of music and the arts must continue to be supported as core academic areas Conferences and Events, Rick Strader, Swayne Auditorium of study for all Idaho children. Director, and their staffs did at the conference. They were very Draft 1, July 2014, A Position Statement proposed by Idaho Music Educators Association, based accommodating and did everything we asked for with ease (or at on a similar statement developed by the Wisconsin Music Educators Association. Please send suggestions for improvement to Ted Hadley, IMEA Publications Chair, [email protected] least they made it look like it). SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 6 Idaho Music Notes 7 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 North By Northwest Band Instruments Guitars & Amplifiers NW NAfME President Pianos • Keyboards Mark Lane SERVING THE TREASURE VALLEY SINCE 1948 Drums • Sound Systems WE RENT TO OWN BAND INSTRUMENTS Instruction Available On Most Instruments Violins • Banjos So... Why should SALES • SERVICE • RENTALS Mandolins 541-889-2844 we join? Music • Methods 45 S. OREGON - ONTARIO, OREGON The question I get asked the most by my All Accessories students at Central Washington University is: “Why should we join NAfME?” When I was teaching in the K-12 system, the question only came up occasion- joined? What if I hadn’t attended that conference? ally when I was talking with a colleague, but college students ask Tim and Mel encouraged me to take the next step and get in- it all the time. My gut reaction usually is to say “because I told volved. I did, and I never looked back. Sayings like “the more you so!” But as you can imagine, that wouldn’t be very effective! your give, the more you get” and “you are what you give away” are It’s difficult to get college students to part with $27 so, over the true. I sincerely believe that my involvement in NAfME and my past eight years, I've spent a lot of time thinking about the impor- state MEA has had a positive effect on my students, my programs tance of our professional organization and why we should join. and my teaching. Think about the two quotes above. Aren't these I often use the phrase “you can’t do this job by yourself.” It a concepts we try to get across to our students? Aren't these quotes phrase I really believe is true about our profession. central to a successful music ensemble and a healthy music pro- gram? I would go so far as to say that these concepts are at the I started my career in a very small town in northeastern foundation of every successful program and musical ensemble. If Oregon where I was “Mr. Music.” Not only was I the only music you believe this, then what better way to teach your students teacher, and consequently I had no one around to ask questions these concepts than to model them yourself? Your students will of, I was also a first-year teacher who suddenly realized I had no see your involvement, and they will be aware that you attend con- Idea what I was doing! My first phone call was to one of my ferences for professional development. Because of this, they will former teachers, Mel Clayton, for whom I had and have the believe you when you talk to them about the importance their ed- utmost respect. I think the conversation went like this: “Hi Mel. ucation and the development of their work ethic as well as the im- This is Mark Lane. Guess what…I got a job! What do I do?” While portance of them giving and working together. I remember Mel laughing, I still recall the advice he gave me that night. Thirty-five years later, I still call Mel. It was Mel who first I now have the unique opportunity make sure my students are told me to join what was then, MENC, and go to the conference. I members before they go out into the professional world. I get to did as I was told, and it was the best advice I was ever given. model for them via my involvement. I get to make sure that they have a support system of fellow teachers and mentors to guide For me, it was the most important decision I ever made. them before they accept their first jobs. For my students, for me MENC and my state affiliate, the Oregon Music Educators Associ- and for you, NAfME and our state organizations have been, and ation at that time, became my lifeline. First, I realized that I will continue to be, our lifelines in this profession. The friends we wasn't really by myself and that I was a part of something bigger. have made, the things we have learned and the support system Just knowing that gave me a sense of calmness and security each we have developed have been the catalyst for making us the best morning when I went to work. Even more important, the regional teachers we can be for our students. NAfME has also played a key meetings and state and regional conferences became a place role in making sure that music education has remained, and will where I could collect mentors, share ideas, ask for advice and continue to remain, a part of basic education. NAfME’s advocacy learn all of the things I didn’t learn in my degree program. Be- efforts have played a key role in educating decision makers. In cause of my professional organization, I now have hundreds of today’s ever-changing political climate, along with the never- colleagues/mentors who have become lifelong friends and key ending education reforms, we as professionals cannot afford not components in my successes as an educator. to be members! After a couple of years at my first job, I was offered a position I realize that I’m preaching to the choir because you are a in Hermiston, Oregon. It was a much bigger school, but still a member, but I encourage you to reach out to those around you one-high-school district, so isolation was still a part of my experi- who are not members. Invite them to “join the club.” Ask them to ence. While attending a conference, I had the opportunity to hear attend your state and regional conferences so they can experience Tim Lautzenheiser speak. After many phone calls and a nagging for themselves what we all can do together. Just as we talk with persistence on my part, I convinced Tim to come to Hermiston to our students about the importance of working together for speak with my students. This began a friendship that has lasted common goals, we should also do this as professionals. You can’t my entire career. Dr. Tim came to my school every year for the do this job by yourself, but we can all do our jobs if we work to- next 24 years. He has been a mentor; his guidance has helped gether! shape me personally and professionally. What if I had never
SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 8 Idaho Music Notes 9 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Specialist’s Space Peggy Wenner Fine Arts Specialist, Idaho State Department of Education Goodbyes are difficult... Goodbyes are always difficult, but especially hard when you so respect the one who is leaving. I have known Ted Hadley since 2000, in coming to my position at the Department of Education. During the past fourteen years, I have come to love and respect Ted as a devoted member of the music education field who cannot be paid enough praise for his service to young people, his colleagues, and the state of Idaho. I cannot count the number of times I have asked Ted for information, assistance in serving on committees, and promised him a column for Music Notes! He has served as a writer of Idaho Humanities Music Standards, a composer of commemorative Idaho compositions, and a steady hand at every IMEA Executive board meeting I have attended throughout the years. Ted never complains— he just delivers. And when few music teachers knew me, Ted was there leading and helping me devote my energies in productive ways. I have never heard Ted utter a harsh word about another person, and he has supported me and thanked me in all my attempts to do my job well. Ted is a recent Governor’s Arts Awards recipient, just one recognition of his many contributions to arts education in our state. He and Patty both deserve a standing ovation for many of his accomplishments, as time devoted to work can so often mean time away from family. Yet Ted has managed to juggle his family commitments and share his love of music in his role as companion and father. He also has left his footprint on the community of Twin Falls and the surrounding area through musical events that go beyond his teaching contract. It is my sincere hope, Ted, that as you retire “officially,” you will find many future ways to find fulfillment and joy that only music can provide. It is a privilege to know a man of such integrity and character. Your hard work and diligence have brought many students to a place they would never have known without your guidance. Best of luck, Ted, as you seek new ventures. I can truly say you are a person whose regular presence in my life I will much miss! Peggy
[Editor’s Note: Thanks, Peggy, for your kind words. After retiring from teaching kids at school, I will be keeping my IMEA publications duties: I’ll still be bugging you to get your columns written! Ted]
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Idaho Music Notes 11 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 They placed second in the Band of America Regional Competition in 2012. In IDAHO MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION 2007 they were one of ten bands to be invited to play at a BOA competition and BCS football game in Miami, Florida. These bands have also received numerous 2013 Music Educator of the Year superior ratings at district large group festivals. The jazz bands have received many gold awards on their band tours. Jay first enrolled at ISU as a pharmacy major but was also taking some music classes and playing in the marching band. One day the ISU band director asked, Jan Eddington “What are you doing? “ The reply was, ”Well, I am going into pharmacy.” The very wise mentor asked, “Do you really love it?” and was told, “No, but it’s what my Our 2013 MEY Jan Eddington has taught music in the public schools in Idaho parents want me to do.” The band director said, “You need to do what you love, for 23 years, but actually started teaching long before that. and that is music!” Well, Jay changed to a major in music and has not regretted it Early on her mother decided that piano lessons would be a good idea and en- for even a moment. gaged a good but harsh teacher. Young Jan showed promise and was soon playing Mr. Ronk relates well to and cares for students, picking up on their lingo, for children’s worship service at church and by age 11 was teaching piano to sup- giving them shoes to wear when they’ve forgotten theirs, even if that means the plement the family income. student puts the loaned shoes on a truck that leaves and then having to get on the BYU was the school of choice and music education the major, with an empha- bus in only socks. Oh, and something that sound pretty special, showing kids how sis in voice. While there Jan sang with the a not to stand on the field with something called the “yo baby” stance. cappella choir and toured with the choir in In recognition for organizing 28 years of Extravaganza, a halftime show fea- Europe. One of the pieces that choir sang turing local high school and middle school bands, cheerleaders, color guard and called for a bassoon and so this fine singer drill teams, this music educator was awarded VFW Idaho Teacher of the Year volunteered to play the part on the tour and 2003-2004, as well Runner-up for the National VFW Teacher of the Year for that thus began what has been a life-long love same year. Other awards include Simplot Inspirational Teacher of the Year for for the instrument. Jan also auditioned and 2009 and the coveted “the Thing” IMEA award in 1998. was accepted to sing with the Mormon Tab- It is IMEA’s great pleasure to honor our 2014 Music Educator of the Year, ernacle Choir, and was the youngest person Highland High School Band Director and SD #25 Music Supervisor, Jay Ronk. Camille Blackburn presents Jan’s plaque ever to be accepted into the choir. A Master of Music Education was earned from the University of Southern Oregon. When marriage came along the first item that the young couple purchased was IDAHO MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION a piano, even before they bought a bed. This dedicated musician has taught as a traveling elementary music specialist, HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE 6th grade band, junior high band, Balckfoot High School band and choir. Many students from these ensembles have been selected for All State and All NW honor groups, won IMEA State Solo Contest, and have gone on to receive scholarships and major in music at the university level. No doubt they were assisted in their Steve Floyd success by the generosity of free private lessons for those who couldn’t afford them. Steve Floyd has been a music educator for 41 years, earning a Bachelors of The talents of orgnization and collaboration brought the opportunity to serve Arts in Education with honors in Music from Central Washington University, El- as IMEA All State Band Chair and NW Band Chair. lensburg, Washington in 1972. That fall he began his career teaching Junior & Here is a typical day in this music educator's life: 6 am - score study; 6:30 am Senior HS band and choir in Oroville, Washington, - constructing etudes for the entire band; 7:30 am - early to school to help stu- near the Canadian border. It was there that he met dents before class; 8:30 am - school starts; 12:00 pm - discuss music, citizenship, his future wife, Lawana Kidwell and married her in or college plan with students who flock to the band room for lunch; 3:30 pm - 1978. marching band rehearsal starts; 6:00 pm - help design and sew color guard uni- In 1980 a big change came as Steve and Lawana forms, sew a fake marching band uniform for a student to large for even the extra- made the move from Washington to Idaho. Steve large uniform the school owns. This time might also be a basketball game for the had decided to focus on teaching band even though Pep Band or a rehearsal or performance of the high school musical; 8 pm - listen his major instruments were voice and then saxo- to and grade student-played etudes that were recorded earlier in the day in the phone. After all… how often do you see a marching practice room on digital recorders, listening to two or more at the same time.; choir? In August of 1980 Steve marched with The 9:30 pm - discuss the details of the band booster's fundraiser with the president of Bobcat Band for the first time in the Cassia County the organization; 10 pm - sleep and start over…making a normal workweek be- Fair Parade with 17 students in the band. He would tween 60 and 70 hours. go on to march in the fair parade for 32 consecutive And for personal enjoyment, this teacher continues to study bassoon and play years. in the ISU Civic Symphony. In 1997 Steve earned a Masters Degree in Educational Technology from Lesley It’s IMEA’s great pleasure to recognize our Idaho Music Educator of the Year University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In addition to his experience as a educa- for 2013, Blackfoot High School Band Director Jan Eddington. tor and a conductor, Mr. Floyd has sung the lead in many performances of major musicals such as South Pacific, Camelot, The King and I, and Man of La Mancha. IDAHO MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION Two of his most cherished memories are being selected as The Presidential Band for President Ronald Reagan’s visit to Idaho in 1986 and conducting the Bobcat 2014 Music Educator of the Year Band in a performance of “America the Dream Goes On” with the Pocatello High School Choir in Independence Square in Philadelphia with Independence Hall to his back and the Liberty Bell within sight beside the choir. Steve and his wife, Lawana have three grown sons who are all active in music. Jay Ronk Aaron and Adam have both been members of the Idaho State University Bengal Our 2014 Idaho MEY Jay Ronk is an Idaho native, growing up in Twin Falls, Band and Eric has been a member of the Boise State University Blue Thunder and receiving a Bachelor of Music Education from ISU and Masters of Music from Band. Arizona State University. Jay’s first teaching job was in high school band in Utah. Alan Hale & Jeff Collier inducted Steve into the HOF at the Spring Burley After 6 years he returned to Idaho and has been here for the past 30 years. High School Band Concert. Alan Hale writes: “Steve has been a highly successful Over the years numerous students from his band director at Burley High School for 33 years. His Bobcat Marching Band has band program have been selected for the IMEA All won numerous awards at competitions throughout the Northwest. Under his di- State Honor Band, All NW Honor band and their rection, the Band has without exception received first division ratings at district District Honor Band. festivals. He has served as President of the 4th District Music Educators and been Highland High School marching bands have at- actively involved in supporting and encouraging the high school bands in the 4th tended competitions in Utah and Idaho for the past district. The BHS Jazz Band is a popular ensemble and has received many awards 30 years, receiving placements awards, caption over the years. His Pep Band at athletic events is one of the best in the state. awards, and awards in high percussion, best color “He is much admired by the students and their parents in the Cassia County guard, best visual effect/marching and best music. School District. His students and band boosters hosted a retirement celebration
Camille Blackburn presents Jay’s plaque SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 12 for him that attracted several hundred former students, their parents and commu- as an elementary through high school band instructor. nity members. I was astounded at the number of people who attended that eve- Under his direction and with the help of many friends (including Don Campbell of ning. Steve certainly deserves to be recognized by IMEA and the State of Idaho. Lewiston and then Governor Cecil Andrus of Orofino) Eddy took 200 Lewiston High He has served as President of the Fourth District Music Educators and has been School students and 50 chaperones to two Presidential Inaugural Parades (for Nixon an inspiration to the music teachers of the district for many years. He has hosted in 1973 and for Carter in 1977) and also to New York City, showing students in Lewis- the District Festival numerous times. ton that there is a big world out there to explore and learn about. The Lewiston High “Steve has been the Director of the King Fine Arts Center since it was built in School Jazz Band also traveled many times to the Reno Jazz Festival, winning numer- 1997. As I was on the Board of Directors of the Mt. Harrison Heritage Foundation ous awards that led to their invitation to tour Europe in 1974 as ambassadors of jazz which was primarily responsible for the construction of the facility, I have had a and of the Northwest United States. Eddy's students got to see England, France, Ger- close relationship with Steve for a long time. He has managed the Center so well many, Switzerland, Austria, and Lichtenstein, an unforgettable experience that his stu- that it is still in pristine condition and has been responsible for several upgrades dents still rave about today. In 1974, Eddy was presented the Governor's award for ex- which have enhanced the facility. He has taught many young people in the man- cellence from Cecil D. Andrus due to his outstanding work with Lewiston High agement and skills of working on a concert and theater stage. The Center is in School’s musicians. steady use, and has been booked for events as many as 150 times per year since it Eddy served in both the U.S. Army & U.S. Air Force as a member of the 9th Service opened. Steve has been the Guest Conductor of the Magic Philharmonic Orchestra Command Band in Salt Lake City and the Fort Wright Air Force Band in Spokane, WA. several times.” He was a member of IMEA for 17 years and served three terms as District II IMEA IDAHO MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION President. For 16 years he was the chairman of the formidable Lewiston Music Festi- val, a three-day event that involved 25 bands from all over Northern Idaho and West- ern Washington. Eddy spent his summers the same way he spent his school HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE year…teaching students. He worked for 10 years at the University of Nevada Reno Summer Music Camp and also worked for Lewis Clark State College’s For the Love of Music Summer Program. Eddy Williams Present at the ceremony to honor Eddy were his step- son Terry, sons Mike and Gary and a host of his former Swinging into the Hall of Fame! students. Many other community members also stood and The IMEA inducted Eddy Williams into the Hall of Fame on Friday, April 25 at the cheered for him as he accepted his IMEA Hall of Fame Elks Lodge in Lewiston, ID. The event was Swing into Spring, a Big Band dance hosted medal. by Lewiston High School involving both the Lewiston High School Jazz Band, directed He spoke briefly, thanking his wife Arlene (married by Chelsey Caldwell, and the University of Idaho Jazz Band IV under the direction of 42 years until her death in 2008), his former principal, su- Al Gemberling, and Vern and Vanessa Sielert. perintendent, and of course his sons and their families for Eddy was a longtime band director for the Lewiston School District, teaching all their support over the years. Former IMEA presidents mainly at Lewiston High School for 20 of his 34 years as a music educator. His experi- Kelly Caldwell and Gary Gemberling were there to show ence includes one year in Genesee (this was done while he completed his last year of support, as were previous Hall of Fame recipients John college, graduating with a Music Ed degree from the University of Idaho in 1950), five Jordan and Walt Asbe. District II President Joel Pals and years in Clarkston, WA, four years at Sacajawea JH (Lewiston), 16 years at Lewiston Kelly Caldwell made the presentation and official induc- HS, one year in Wooster HS (Reno, NV), and seven years for the Ilwaco School District tion. Idaho Music Notes 13 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 14 Idaho Music Notes 15 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 bines, speech, movement, and song in a creative, playful atmosphere SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES where students experience the elements of music in an active way. This course meets all requiremetns for Level I certification by the American ISU GUITAR WORKSHOP, July 7 - 11 Orff-Schulwerk Association (AOSA). Instructors for Level I are Paul Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn how to teach guitar. You get Weller (Pedagogy), Dr. Lori Conlon Khan (Movement), and Dr. Andy to keep the guitar, books, and accessories you use in the workshop. Grad- Goodman (Recorder). For more information, please contact Dr. Gregory uate and Continuing Education Credit will be available. The Teaching Springer at [email protected] or (208) 426-1813. Guitar Workshop, ISU, July 7-11 has limited seating available! Sponsor information can be found at http://www.discoverguitar.com/history/ INFORMATION: Cost is $379 for new TGW Attendees. This includes UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON a GUITAR, BOOKS, and ACCESSORIES for teaching guitar at your Smithsonian Folkways Certification Course in World Music school. For $549, attendees get the workshop and 3 Graduate Credits to Pedagogy, June 23 – 27, University of Washington, Seattle. use toward a graduate degree or recertification (Graduate Credit from Visit www.worldmusicpedagogy.com for more information and to reg- VanderCook College of Music). Continuing Education Credit (optional) ister for the course. Audio, video, print, electronic, and human resources will also be provided through Idaho State University. Workshop Location are sampled in the course, with the aims of learning by listening, partici- is the ISU Fine Arts Building, Room 110. pation, and performance experiences, and developing pathways for teach- Registration is online. Contact Tom Kloss, [email protected], to ask ing music of the world’s cultures. Course faculty include traditional artist- about on-campus housing or group rates for hotels. musicians, culture-bearers, and experienced teachers: Marisol Berrios- Miranda (puerto Rico); Patricia S. Campbell (Bulgaria, S.E. Asia); Thione Diop (Senegal) Shannon Dudley (Trinidad); Christopher Roberts (Turkey, MUSIC TECHNOLOGY COURSES Botswana); Amanda C. Soto (Conjunto, Social Justice) with MIKE KLINGER! Plan your Music Technology studies now! Mike Klinger will be UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO offering online workshops now and summer workshops at The Session 1, West African Drumming Workshop, June 12 - 14, Mike Klinger Music Technology Retreat Center in Carson, Wash- will be linked with the “Sounds of West Africa: A Palouse West African ington (50 miles east of Portland, Oregon). Drum & Dance Experience” workshop this summer and will include a iPADS IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM chance to work with master drummers from Ghana and will offer the fol- • ESD101 Spokane, WA - June 17-20 lowing experiences: Day long West African Percussion Ensemble Lessons, Dance Lessons, Cultural Information Sessions, Final Performance for the • NCESD Wenatchee, WA - June 23-26 Moscow Saturday Farmer's Market. • Retreat Center Carson, WA - August 12-15 Session 2, Technology in the Music Classroom, June 19 - 21: TEACHING MUSIC USING TECHNOLOGY Spend three days working with the best of technology for the K-12 music IN THE CLASSROOM classroom. Students will experience hands-on experiences with audio/ • Retreat Center Carson, WA - July 8-11 video production as well as opportunities to work with the following DIGITAL AUDIO RECORDING/EDITING music education software titles: Finale, Band-in-a-Box, Pyware Java USING PRO TOOLS (marching band), Alfred's Music Theory, Aurelia, Practica Musica, Midi- • Retreat Center Carson, WA - July 15-18 Saurus, and SmartMusic. Brian Redmond is once again teaching the Summer Technology Camp. SIBELIUS 7 • Retreat Center Carson, WA - July 29-August 1 DIGITAL SONGWRITING PRODUCTION SUN VALLEY SUMMER SYMPHONY STUDENT WORKSHOP WORSHOPS • Retreat Center Carson, WA - August 5-8 The Summer Music Workshops, now in their seventeenth season, are To register call (800) 248-9699 or www.midiworkshop.com held during the first week of the Sun Valley Summer Symphony season Can’t make it to these locations? All of the above courses each year. This year’s classes take place August 4-8 and are taught by Sun available online at www.wiziq.com starting June 23. Valley Summer Symphony musicians from around the country as well as local and regional instructors. Classes are offered in strings, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments and in piano and voice for beginning Activities at Boise State University through advanced level students. • Boise State University Summer Chamber Music Camp, Advanced students have the option to participate in the Premier Pro- June 9-13 is designed for musicians in grades 7-12. It meets from 8 a.m.- gram which includes Advanced Chamber Music and Choral Scholars/ 8 p.m. on June 9-13, and the cost is $230. On-site housing, meal ticket, Opera Workshop Programs. These programs are geared toward upper and private lesson options are available at additional cost. The camp cur- level high school and college students with a serious interest in music. riculum includes small and large ensembles, and many other activities Boarding for out of area students in the Advanced Programs is available and classes. at the Community School Residence Hall. The advanced workshops run • Passion Flute VI Workshop: Foundations for Creative Per- from August 2-9. forming, June 17-21: Four innovative teachers and virtuosic perform- For more information and application forms please visit the Sun ing artists return to present an expanded 5-day, high-energy “Passion Valley Summer Symphony website education page: Flute IV” Seminar. Enhance your individual skills through innovative www.svsummersymphon.org/education or contact the education office at workshops and master classes. Teachers are Angeleita S. Floyd, Jill [email protected] or 208-578-5464 Felber, Claudia Anderson, and Nicole Molumby. Advanced high school to college undergraduate and graduate, adult to professional and flutists of WORLD DRUMMING & HOT MARIMBA all ages who are ready to be inspired, challenged, and move to the next www.worldmusicdrumming.com, Monday, July 28 through Friday, level of musicianship and artistry should attend. Aug. 1st, 2014, all day for five days. Location: Horner Performing Arts • Music for Special Learners, June 16-20, will meet from 9:00- Center, David Douglas School District 1400 SE 130th, Portland, OR 11:30 a.m. at Morrison Center, Room B215. The course will provide an 97233. Contact Will Schmid, [email protected] overview of the characteristics and instructional needs of special learners in music classroom settings. The course is designed for undergraduate music education majors, graduate music education majors, and practicing BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY music teachers. Undergraduates should enroll in MUS 397-001 Music for KODALY CERTIFICATION AT BYU: CELEBRATE OUR 20TH ANNI- Special Learners (1 credit), and all others should enroll in MUS 597-001 VERSARY! PROVO, UTAH, JUNE 2-13. Music for Special Learners (1 credit). For questions, contact Dr. Gregory Develop your musical proficiency and acquire vital pedagogical skills Springer at [email protected] or (208) 426-1813. while studying with visiting Hungarian faculty and American faculty • Orff Schulwerk Level I at Boise State University, July 28- members who arecelebrated Kodaly educators and leaders. Learner- August 8, is a unique approach to music education based on the teach- centered musical education with three graduate credits per level. For ings of Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman. This child-centered approach com- more information or to register visit our website: intermuse.byu.edu
SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 16 Idaho Music Notes 17 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 18 Idaho Music Notes 19 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 20 Idaho Music Notes 21 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 SPONSOR NEWS Idaho Falls Symphony Young Artist Competition QuaverMusic.com The Idaho Falls Symphony’s upcoming 2014-2015 Young Artists Com- From their headquarters on Music Row in Nashville, Tennessee, a petition has upcoming deadlines in the fall of 2014. dedicated team of innovators has released a teacher-friendly, cutting-edge There is a Junior Division category for students who have not yet technology into the world of music education. graduated from high school and a Senior Division designated for students Quaver’s Beyond Marvelous General Music Curriculum Grades K-5 is age 18-24. Two winners will be selected, one from each division, to per- a comprehensive, customizable Curriculum that is bringing new life to form in concert with the Idaho Falls Symphony and Maestro Thomas music classrooms – and educators – around the country. Heuser on April 25th 2015. The QK-5 Curriculum is their latest offering, incorporating select re- The deadline for submitting application materials (including a $30 ap- sources from Quaver’s Music Essentials and ClassPlay, to meet State and plication fee and DVD recording) is Wednesday, September 17, 2014. The National standards, plus increase student retention and engagement in Final Recital for the competition will be held on Saturday, November 8th, every lesson. 2014, at the Colonial Theater in Idaho Falls. Only live auditions will be Since Quaver’s resources are all online, teachers and students can considered for the final round. access the fully-developed lessons and free QuaverMusic.com virtual The application, competition rules and guidelines can be downloaded world at any time. IMEA members can preview 12 lessons for FREE! at www.ifsymphony.org under Education: Young Artists Competition. Find out more at QuaverMusic.com/Preview. We look forward to hearing your talented students! Thank you for your interest and support, Tally Adler, Executive Direc- Another successful school year ends and it’s time for some well- tor, Idaho Falls Symphony Society deserved rest and relaxation! However…it’s not too early to make plans for next year and we can help you with travel and supplies. Eighth Great Basin CAVALCADE USA Cavalcade USA specializes in two areas to assist music groups. We Jazz Camp offer unparalleled low prices and friendly service on the supplies and Grammy Award winning bassist John Clayton, Guitarist Bruce equipment necessary to create successful music groups. Check our catalog Forman, Trumpeter Carl Saunders, Trombonist Scott Whitfield, and flu- or visit our website www.cavalcadeusa.com to discover podiums, sound gelhorn performer Dmitri Matheny. These superstar musicians and per- systems, shoes, gloves, color guard props, uniforms, concert attire, drill- formers are the headliners for the 8th annual Great Basin Jazz Camp, writing software and so much more! taking place July 14th to July 18th at Treasure Valley Community College Planning exciting travel experiences for music groups, we have coordi- in Ontario, Oregon. nated hundreds of successful trips as young musicians march in famous Camp Executive Director Mike Allen notes that registration continues parades, Tournament of Roses, Macy's Thanksgiving, Hollywood Christ- to look strong, with new students coming from as far away as Arizona. Ac- mas, National Cherry Blossom, Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl and many cording to Allen, seven players from several of the top bands in the Phoe- others. We frequently plan travel to participate in performances, clinics nix area will be in attendance. Allen remarked that ' students from and parades at Disneyland. Each trip is tailored to fit the needs and ex- nearby States are getting the word about how awesome our Camp is.' pectations of the participating musicians. We take pride in traveling with Early registration is recommended, as certain sections fill up quickly. Last each group to guarantee a pleasant experience for the director, students, year, saxes had to be capped because of the large number of saxophone chaperones and parents. players that registered. Check with us for limited time specials on supplies and equipment! Guitarist Bruce Forman makes his 8th appearance at the Great Basin See our ad on page 17. Visit our website for more information: Jazz Camp. Carl Sauders, one of the finest trumpet players in the world, www.cavalcadeusa.com Follow us on facebook for the latest news and will return for his 6th year. Trombonist Scott Whitfield will be in his 3rd current sale items from Cavalcade USA— https://www.facebook.com/ year at the Great Basin Jazz Camp. Executive Director Mike Allen was re- pages/Cavalcade-USA/505828956178454 minded of a comment left by one of the Australian students a few years ago. Alto sax player James Vincent said that Bruce, Carl and Scott appear together ONLY at the Great Basin Jazz Camp. Absolutely true, according Cavalcade USA Scholarship to Allen. The remainder of the Faculty can be seen at the Camp website Cavalcade USA proudly offers a scholarship to be awarded to an out- (www.greatbasinjazzcamp.com). standing senior band or color guard student who will participate in a uni- Click on the 'Faculty' tab for bios and additional information. versity/college marching band during the 2014-15 academic year. We en- Participants are urged to register by going to the Camp website and courage you to inform your students about this opportunity and assist by downloading the application. Special rates are in effect until July 1st, submitting your recommendation. We are excited to offer this award, es- when registration ends. Prices include tuition, room and board, all mate- tablished to promote and reward student excellence in marching band. rials, one-on-one personalized instruction and a Camp T-shirt. Allen says You can also view the current application and the names of previous that there are new Masterclasses scheduled, with re-structured improv recipients at www.cavalcadeusa.com. Feel free to contact Cavalcade if you and theory classes, plus a trombone choir arrangement of 'Just Friends' have any questions: 2813 S. Appia Pl. Meridian, ID 83642; phone and seveeral exciting small group and big band charts. There is a good 208.859.6259; fax 208.955.1875 possibility Campers may perform at a fundraiser during one day of Camp. Web: www.cavalcadeusa.com; Email: [email protected] Watch for details at the Camp website (www.greatbasinjazzcamp.com). A Award amount: $500 payable directly to winning applicant. The recip- public concert will be held on the last evening of Camp on July 18th. ient will be selected based on a combination of academics, marching band The Great Basin Jazz Camp is a 501 (c)(3) Federal Non Profit Corpo- participation, quality and content of written essay and strength of band ration. The Great Basin Jazz Camp is recignized as a Non Profit in the director’s recommendation. The applicant must be a senior during the States of Idaho, Nevada and Oregon. Donations are tax deductible. current academic year; the applicant must be currently enrolled in a high school marching band program (minimum 2 years participation); the ap- plicant must enroll in a marching band program during their freshman year at University/College (not required to be a music major).
SPRING/SUMMER 2014 Idaho Music Notes 22 Idaho Music Notes 23 SPRING/SUMMER 2014 ALL-NORTHWEST CONFERENCE IMEA NEWS!! IDAHO ALL STATE HONOR GROUPS GEM STATE NEWS: CONGRATULATIONS to Megan Busath, February 10-15, 2015, Spokane/Coeur d’Alene Gem State Rookie Teacher of the Year 2013-2014 and Bob Dunmire, Gem State Teacher of the Year 2013-2014. Camille Blackburn was Tentative Schedule— awarded Hillcrest High School Teacher of the Year 2013-2104. >> February 10 (Tuesday) • NAfME All-Northwest Jazz students will begin rehearsals (either IMEA SUMMER BOARD MEETING 1:00 or 7:00, TBD) IMEA elected officers and business manager, webmaster, and publica- tions chair will meet at the Boise Holiday Inn on July 13-14. >> February 12 (Thursday) • 4-6:30 PM — All-State Students check into hotels in CdA ALL-STATE GROUP RECORDINGS • Reading workshops will open the conference this evening at 7:00 The recordings of the Gala Concerts of the 2014 All-State Honor >> February 13 (Friday) Groups and Elementary Honor Choir are now availble. Teachers and stu- • Sessions will be from 10:00-5:00 dents can login to listen and download the recordings. The download • NAfME All-Northwest and WMEA All-State large groups will begin page is available at: http://idahomusiced.org/events/allstate/concerts/ rehearsals at 1:00 (IMEA depends on IMEA event managers/board deci- welcome.php sions) The recordings will only be available for one year. Be sure to download • Exhibits will be open approximately 11:30-6:00 the files to keep for future reference. • Evening Concert — Canadian Brass — $35 general admission Best Regards, Wayne M., IMEA Web Master >> February 14 (Saturday) • 8-9 AM — Special Clinic for All-State Students with Canadian Brass ALL-NORTHWEST AUDITIONS • Sessions will be from 9:00-5:00 The All-Northwest Honor Group audition materials have been posted • Exhibits will be open approximately 8:00-2:00 for summer practice purposes. The official application packets will be • Evening Concert — All-NW Jazz Choir & Jazz Band — $20/$25 available starting September 1 with the audition window closing in early October. All materials and information can be found at >> February 15 (Sunday) www.nafmenw.org under the Student Events tab, or accessed directly via • Sessions will be from 9:00-12:00 http://www.nafmenw.org/subcontent.aspx?SecID=927 • Exhibits will be closed In association with the All-Northwest Honor Groups, we will be x• All Honor Group concerts will be presented having Idaho All-State Honor Groups. They will rehearse in Coeur § NAfME All-Northwest Choral at 1:00 (INB Opera House) d'Alene and perform in Spokane. The auditions will be the same. More in- § NAfME All-Northwest Instrumental at 1:00 (Fox Theatre) formation to follow! § IMEA/WMEA All-State Choral at 3:30 (Fox Theatre) Hope the end of the year is going well for everyone. § IMEA Instrumental at 4:00 (Ferris HS or Lewis & Clark HS) Best Regards, Wayne Millett, IMEA Web Master § WMEA Instrumental at 4:00 (Fox Theatre)
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