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Wind Symphony 1 earns ISSMA State Championship!

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Wind Symphony 1 earns ISSMA State Championship!

Carmel High School’s Wind Symphony I earned top honors at the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) State Concert Band Finals on Saturday! Wind Symphony 1 performed beautifully in front of a 3 judge panel for the competition.   Judges included: Mr. John Whitwell, Director of Bands Emeritus at Michigan State University, Dr. Donald Ryder, Associate Director of Bands at University of Tennessee and Dr. Joseph Manfredo, Associate Professor of Music at Illinois State University.

Saturday’s performance is especially memorable for Director of Bands, Mr. Richard Saucedo, who is retiring at the end of this year. Mr. Saucedo penned this note to the ensemble on Sunday evening…

Dear Students, Parents and friends of Carmel Bands,

Even after 30 years, conducting Wind Symphony I is still like a dream come true, but this past Saturday was definitely a whole new level for this amazing group of young musicians! I’m not sure I’ve ever been a part of such an emotional and inspiring performance! Many thanks to the students in Wind Symphony I for their tireless efforts and for being great young men and women as well as being great musicians.

I will so miss sharing the podium with my great colleague and friend, Michael Pote, from whom I have learned so much over the years. Mr. Pote will lead the Carmel Band Program to outstanding new heights in the future as the new director of bands.

Thanks to associate directors Chris Kreke, Andy Cook and percussion instructor Jeff Queen for their efforts in developing all of our bands this year!

Congratulations also goes to the CHS Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Soo Han for another state championship! Our orchestra program is beyond amazing and Soo Han is, in my opinion, one of the greatest high school conductors in the country.

Thanks to all of our parents, administrators and fans for the wonderful support this concert band season!

Sincerely,

Richard Saucedo

Director of Bands

Mr. Michael Pote, who will be taking over as Director of Bands at the end of this year, composed this note to students, parents and fans of the band program.

Dear Students, Parents and friends,

It was great to see all the hard work of these phenomenal young musicians come to fruition in that wonderful performance. The feeling we all had coming off the stage was worth a thousand championships.

I have had the honor of sharing the stage with Mr. Saucedo and that ensemble for 17 ISSMA State performances and it was fitting the finest performance of that group occurred in his final performance with them. I have learned more than anyone could ever know form Mr. Saucedo: from being my first high school band director, hiring me as a staff member as a geeky college student, encouraging my composing career and finally hiring me at Carmel as a band director.

I will miss sharing that stage with him but am grateful for the performances we have had!

Sincerely,

Michael Pote

Associate Director of Bands

Congratulations to all of the Wind Symphony I students and directors on their incredible performance!  You’ve definitely earned the title of ISSMA Concert Band State Champion!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wind Symphony I qualifies for ISSMA State Finals! 

Carmel High School’s Wind Symphony I qualified for the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) Concert Band State Finals this past Saturday.   Wind Symphony I received superior ratings from all three judges for their performance of three concert band pieces.

Director of Bands, Richard Saucedo said, “I am thrilled at the emotions that this group is capable of presenting to our audience next Saturday!”  Only the top 16 concert bands in the state qualified to perform in finals next Saturday at Butler University’s newest venue, the Schrott Center for the Arts.   Carmel performs at 3:40pm

Carmel’s Wind Symphony 2 earned superior ratings as well on Saturday and barely missed qualifying for State Finals.   “We are so proud of our second band Wind Symphony II.  Their performance was probably the best by a second band that we’ve had in a long time!”, said Saucedo.

Other state finalist concert bands from the area include:  Lawrence Central, Hamilton Southeastern, North Central, Center Grove and Avon HS.    For a full schedule of the ISSMA State Concert Band finals, go to:

ISSMA STATE FINALS SCHEDULE

 

Music for All National Festival Volunteers Needed

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Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of the Music for All National Festival

REGISTER TODAY AT: www.musicforall.org/connect/volunteer<http://www.musicforall.org/connect/volunteer>

POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT ALL PERFORMANCE VENUES AND THE JW MARRIOTT.
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY HELP IS VERY MUCH APPRECIATED!

CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS AT: volunteer@musicforall.org<mailto:volunteer@musicforall.org>

________________________________What is the National Festival?Performance halls across Indianapolis will fill with the sound of music as young musicians from across the nation gather for the Music for All National Festival, presented by Yamaha. The festival is comprised of the Bands of America National Concert Band Festival, National Orchestra Festival, Sandy Feldstein National Percussion Festival and the Middle School National Music Festival, as well as concerts by the Honor Band of America, the Honor Orchestra of America and the Jazz Band of America. The 2013 Festival concert venues include Hilbert Circle Theatre, Clowes Memorial Hall, the Warren Performing Arts Center, and the NEW Schrott Center at Butler University.Ensembles in the Music for All National Festival were invited to perform following a taped audition process. The festivals are non-competitive events in which members receive commentary and clinics from a panel of leading music educators, participate in master classes with professional musicians, and perform for knowledgeable audiences. Members of the Honor Orchestra, Honor Band and Jazz Band of America meet for three days of rehearsals before their respective performances. Members are selected by taped audition in the fall prior to the Festival.

Click here<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltmcK9wg_XQ&feature=related> to view a video of what the Music for All National Festival represents!

 

 

________________________________Key Information for VolunteersAGE REQUIREMENT: All volunteers must be at least 16 years of age at the time of application or be accompanied by an adult.WAIVER: All volunteers must complete and sign the official online Release and Waiver of Liability. Volunteer opportunities will be provided on an equal basis, without regard to age, sex, race, religion or disabilities.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS:  Please be sure to review all available positions and the associated information before choosing the area(s) in which you are interested. Certain positions may require some physical strength, constant activity during a shift, or standing for periods of time.

You may also volunteer for a part of a shift! Please e-mail volunteer@musicforall.org<mailto:michael.m@musicforall.org> for more details.

 

 

_______________________________VOLUNTEERING DETAILSSITE LEADERS: Site leaders must be veteran Music for All volunteers, familiar with both MFA and the National Festival. Site leaders may only select site leaders shift for one venue during the duration of the event. Site leaders will serve as supervisors to other volunteers, and therefore must possess patience, tact and diplomacy. Site leaders must also be available for a pre-event training via phone or in person on Wednesday, March 13. More information about trainning will be e-mailed to you.These positions require an access code, if one was provided to you please enter it when asked.MEALS:  Meals will be provided to volunteers working during applicable shifts.

HOUSING: Housing can be offered at your expense.  You will be housed at one of the festival hotels. You must provide a credit card in advance to secure your room. Your card will not be charged until you arrive and must be presented at check-in for payment and incidentals.

TRANSPORTATION: Transportation to and from the event is your responsibility. MFA can provide shuttle information. Please request a form if interested. With the exception of Clowes Hall and the Warren Performing Arts Center, all volunteer locations are within walking distance of hotels.

PARKING: Volunteers are responsible for their own parking. For assistance in locating affordable parking, visit http://www.indydt.com/parking.cfm.  Free parking is available at the Warren PAC and Butler University.

UNIFORM: With the exception of load-in and load-out positions, all volunteer positions have a required dress code of business casual to business professional. Denim, sandals, and flip-flops are strictly prohibited.

TRAINING: All volunteers are asked to view a short online information presentation.
Volunteers will be briefed on basic skills and specific responsibilities, and they will be given an overview of event locations. More information regarding the training session will be sent to volunteers via e-mail.

BENEFITS: Some, but not all positions, put you near or with a view of performances or warm-up sites. Some shifts include a complimentary meal. Volunteers who work one shift receive a name badge that is valid for access to the event for the entire day.  NOTE: This does not include Honor Ensemble performances. Volunteers will receive a commemorative program book from the event.

COMPLIMENTARY TICKET:  As a way of saying thank you to our volunteers, we would like to offer a complimentary ticket to 1 of our Honor Ensemble performances.  When registering, please choose which concert you would like to attend.

RSVP: Please RSVP for your free concert ticket when registering for your volunteer opportunity.

Jazz Band of America
Clowes Memorial Hall
Dr. Lou Fischer, Conductor
March 15, 8:30 p.m.

Honor Band of America
Clowes Memorial Hall
Jerry Junkin, Conductor
Saturday, March 16, 8 p.m.

Honor Orchestra of America
Hilbert Circle Theatre
Gary Lewis, Conductor
Friday, March 15, 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 16, 7 p.m.
– These are shared concerts with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

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DEADLINE: The deadline to register for volunteering is Friday March 8, 2013.

 

 

 

Questions/Comments? Please contact us at Music for All at 317-636-2263 orvolunteer@musicforall.org<mailto:volunteer@musicforall.org>

Music for All presents more than 30 events annually through its Bands of America and Orchestra America divisions. Music for All events are recognized as the pinnacle of programs for high school instrumental music nationwide.  Annual events include the Grand National Marching Band Championships and Regional Championships, the Summer Symposium, and the Music for All National Festival.  Leadership is a theme of all Music for All programs, through both leadership workshops and as a part of every curriculum.  Music for All is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit committed to the creation, provision and expansion of “positively life-changing” experiences through music for all.

 

 

Carmel Winter Guards, Drumline & Twirler! – FRI FEB 01

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Community Night
Friday, February 1st, 2013

6:30 pm Fundraiser Dinner, Carmel HS – Freshman Cafeteria

Featuring: Ernie’s Famous BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Delish BBQ Beef Sandwiches,
Cheesy Mac & and Cheese, Walking Tacos, and 2Cool Hotdogs!

8:00 pm Performances, Carmel HS – Varsity Gym
(Enter through Freshman Cafeteria Door #15)

– f e a t u r i n g –
Carmel JV Guard (6th-8th Grades) “Breakout”
Carmel Winter Drumline
Carmel A Guard (Middle School & HS) “Take Me Away”
Adi Bebo National Champion Baton Twirler
Carmel World Guard (9th-12th Grades) “Full Spectrum”

Admission is Free!
Contact Pat Gamble-Moore for more information at pmoore0208@yahoo.com

Click here for full-color Community_Night_Flier!

Winter Guard “Five Below” Fundraiser

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Carmel High School Winter Guard is having a fundraiser and needs your help. All you have to do is shop!!   Five Below (FB) will donate 10% back on all purchases to the Guard.

FB is a cool new store in Village Park Plaza (146th & Greyhound Pass) where everything in the store is $5 or less – great for stocking stuffers!

You MUST present the flyer (must be hardcopy with correct date) at time of purchase.

That’s it!  Two fliers are attached.

1. Click here for one for the coming weekend (14th and 15th)

2. Click here for one for the following weekend (21st and 22nd).

So, you have two opportunities .   

Feel free to share!

Happy shopping and thanks for supporting the CHS Winter Guard.