GCMA Yearbook
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Gulf Coast Music Association Organized, 1974 Affiliated with National Federation of Music Clubs and Texas Federation of Music Clubs National President’s Theme: “Keeping the Music Alive for the Future!” President’s Song: “Star Spangled Banner” State President’s Theme: “Keeping Music Education in our Schools” Song: “Hymn of Promise” Goals: ““Enjoy the Past, Educate the Present, and Entertain the Future;” 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS A BRIEF HISTORY OF GULF COAST MUSIC ASSOCIATION .................................................................... 3 NATIONAL POSITIONS AND ADDRESSES ...................................................................................................... 4 STATE AND DISTRICT OFFICERS .................................................................................................................... 5 GULF COAST MUSIC ASSOCIATION OFFICERS .......................................................................................... 6 COLLECT AND FEDERATION HYMN .............................................................................................................. 7 TOGETHER WE SING 2017-2018 ........................................................................................................................ 8 CALENDAR OF STATE AND NATIONAL EVENTS ...................................................................................... 9 AT A GLANCE 2019 – 2018 ..................................................................................................................................10 MEMBERSHIP ROSTER 2017-2018 ....................................................................................................................11 AUTUMN ARTIST FESTIVAL ............................................................................................................................14 AUTUMN ARTIST FLYER ...............................................................................................................................15 ENTRY FORM & GUIDELINES .......................................................................................................................16 JAZZ/POP FESTIVAL ...........................................................................................................................................17 JAZZ /P OP FESTIVAL REGISTRATION FORM ..................................................................................................18 SOLO AND ENSEMBLE CRITIQUE ..................................................................................................................19 SONATINA FESTIVAL .........................................................................................................................................20 TEACHER INFORMATION ..............................................................................................................................21 REGISTRATION FORM ...................................................................................................................................22 REPERTOIRE CRITIQUE .................................................................................................................................23 NFMC SPECIAL PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................................24 PARADE OF AMERICAN MUSIC .....................................................................................................................24 NFMC FOUNDERS DAY ................................................................................................................................25 SACRED MUSIC .............................................................................................................................................27 FOLK MUSIC .................................................................................................................................................28 LEADERSHIP .................................................................................................................................................29 INTERNATIONAL MUSIC ...............................................................................................................................31 NATIONAL MUSIC WEEK ESSAY CONTEST ..................................................................................................32 NATIONAL MUSIC WEEK REPORT FORM ......................................................................................................33 G.C.M.A. SENIOR MUSIC MAJOR SCHOLARSHIP ......................................................................................34 G.C.M.A. SENIOR MUSIC MAJOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION ..................................................................35 GILMER SCHOLARSHIP FOR SUMMER STUDY ........................................................................................36 GILMER SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION REGISTRATION FORM .............................................................................37 GILMER SCHOLARSHIP CRITIQUE SHEET ………………………………………………………………….. 38 NFMC ONLINE FESTIVAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM .................................................................................39 GOLD CUP FESTIVAL ........................................................................................................................................46 GCMA BY-LAWS ..................................................................................................................................................72 2 A BRIEF HISTORY OF GULF COAST MUSIC ASSOCIATION In 1974, a small group of music teachers met at Margo Minard’s Music Arts Center in Webster to informally share ideas. The group grew, and a decision was made to unite with the world’s largest music organization, the National Federation of Music Clubs. The goals would be to make music an integral part of the community and nation, to encourage American creative musical arts, and to uphold high musical standards through education and organization. Pam Alexander was the first President, and she applied for national affiliation. Enhanced by music lovers as well as teachers and performers, the club held many fine recitals and programs, often inviting guest artists from the area. In 1975, a few teachers took students to the District Music Festival in Beaumont, returning determined to form their own Festival in this part of District 8. In 1976, the group’s first Gold Cup Festival was held at the Music Arts Center. Sharon George was the chairman, having just moved from New Orleans where she had assisted in their Festival. About 100 students participated, with three judges. The popularity of the festival has allowed it to grow to over 1200 entrants in 20 years. With enthusiasm and a “can do” attitude, the club tackled more projects. A scholarship to summer camp was begun in memory of Irma Gilmer’s mother-in-law, a patron of the arts. This became the focus of many fund-raising events. The club continued to add more activities for the students: Sonatina Festival, Romantic Festival, student recitals, and awards reception. Master classes with such famed pedagogues as Amanda Vick Lethco and Max Camp were held. Besides local activities, members joined in district, state, and national events of the Federation, often as officers and committee chairpersons. They hosted the State Junior Festival, State Senior Convention, and several District conventions. In 1989, the group added the Maxine Cotton Award for graduating seniors in honor of an extremely well-loved member who devoted much of the last years of her teaching career to working in the organization. In 2008, a Music Major scholarship was added to our Community Outreach lineup. Highly respected in the area, the organization has been a source of encouragement to a host of young musicians, many of whom have followed careers in the music field or continued with music as an avocation. 3 NATIONAL POSITIONS AND ADDRESSES CONTACT INFORMATION: 1545 W. Smith Valley Road Greenwood IN 46142 317-882-4033 317-771-5369 (cell) 317-882-4019 (fax) Jennifer Griffin: Administrative Manager Email:[email protected] Website: www.nfmc-music.org NATIONAL OFFICERS President: Michael Edwards First Vice-President Frances Nelson Recording Secretary Jeanne Hyrniewicki Treasurer Barbara Hildebrand VICE PRESIDENTS IN CHARGE OF REGIONS Northeastern Jeannine Morris Southeastern Elaine Knight North Central Karen Bourne South Central Starla Blair Western Ellen Leapaldt NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE PRESIDENTS Chairman Carole Langley Texas Lynn McNew BOARD MEMBERS FROM TEXAS Sue Breuer Texas Representative Laurel Ince Member at Large Jean Moffatt Editor of Music Clubs Magazine Mary Thomason Editor of Junior Keynotes Connie Randall NFMC Chaplain 4 STATE AND DISTRICT OFFICERS 2015-2017 http://www.texasfederation.com/ President: Lois Armor 11003 Whisper Valley St., San Antonio 78230 210-492-1730 [email protected] First Vice-President/President Elect: Brenda Ford 3430 Davidge Dr., Marshall TX 75672 903-742-6558 Second Vice-President/Membership Extension & Orientation: Mary Ann Bridges 3210 76th Street, Lubbock TX 79423 806-799-4537 [email protected] Third Vice-President/Membership: Linda Royals P. O. Box 54, Lorena TX 76655 254-857-4617 Fourth Vice-President/Memorials & Recognition: Tim Danielson 4975 Buena Vista, Malakoff, TX 75148 903-489-2121 [email protected] Treasurer: Dorene Allen 10605 Richmond Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424 432-367-2827 [email protected] Recording Secretary: Nancy Langford 3829 FM 1970, Carthage 75633