October 2008
MTAC MARIN BRANCH NEWSLETTER
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Greetings!,
Our Board voted to increase student recital fees from $5.00 to $8.00 and the Margaret B. Davis Competition fee by $5.00 in each division. The General Meeting/Potluck Party was fun. Special thanks to Amy Martin from the State Board for joining us and Carol La Russo for graciously hosting.
News about Certificate of Merit (CM)
Teachers are required to download and sign a contract to enter their students in CM. This signed contract must be submitted along with their students’ registrations and entry fees by Nov. 15th. Helen Konowitz is our CM Chair and will keep you posted via emails. All CM FORMS AND CM ENTRY FEE CHECKS go to Helen. Most of this process is done online however you will still need to pick up your individual packets at he Magic Flute Store, located in the Northgate Shopping Center.
Directory is out!
Our new Directory is out! Kudos to Marie Carbone and Christina Bradley for all their work. They really extended themselves to include everyone, when at the last moment before going to press, a huricane disrupted some email carriers. They managed to include all changes! The special calendar produced by Christina will be available at the Magic Flute. Pick up your copy when you visit the store and this will help us save postage.
Student Recital Oct. 26th
Sandra Simich chairs the student recital in the Marin Lutheran Church, at 649 Meadowsweet Drive, Corte Madera, on Oct. 26th at 2 P.M. Note that the entry deadline is ten days prior on October 17th. See more details and directions to the Church listed below. The next Newsletter will combine November and December. Submit items to Elenor by October 22nd.
Elenor Barcsak
415-383-0125
zenezest@aol.com
CERTIFICATE OF MERIT NEWS
By now I’m sure you’re all busily registering students both new and old for this year’s program. Please be sure to print out and read, slowly and carefully, the revised CM Policy. Look through all the boxes on the CM – Forms and Information window at www.mtac.org. Explore the CM Newsletters, look up things in the CM Encyclopedia, and remember to PRINT the 2 addenda to the piano syllabus and then add the information to your copy. Please remember, DO NOT DELETE students, even if they are not participating this year! Be sure to choose “Re-Enroll” for any student who has ever participated – not just last year. Following these procedures allows us to keep track of high school students for various eligibilities and also permits the transfer of students between teachers and/or branches. CM Chair Helen Konowitz: 415 - 456 - 2132 helenkonow@aol.com
OCTOBER STUDENT RECITAL
DATE: SUNDAY OCTOBER 26, 2008 TIME: 2:00 P.M.
LOCATION: MARIN LUTHERAN CHURCH 649 Meadowsweet Dr. Corte Madera
DIRECTIONS to the CHURCH: Exit Paradise Drive off Hwy# 101, go west 1 block and turn left in front of the Bank of America. Go 1 block and turn right onto Meadowsweet. The Church is on your left with street parking or for wheelchair/handicapped parking, use the driveway on the right side of the Church for easy drop off. Please note no smoking allowed on Church property.
CHAIR; SANDRA SIMICH Tel. 482-9903/336-6343
Email: sandrahelen777@yahoo.com
Entry DEADLINE: October 17th. ENTRY Fee: $8.00 per student.
Mail your ENTRY FORM and a check made out to MTAC Marin Branch for your Studio’s total tally to SANDRA. Each teacher has ten minutes per program. Time exemptions are made for students required to play in a Student Recital to qualify to enter the Margret Bean Davis Competition or the Teen Recital.
To enter your students you can download a form from our Branch’s website www.mtacmarin.org. Click on “BRANCH ACTIVITIES” printed in white letters in the blue Header Section at the top of the home page. Then click on “Student Entry Form”. You can then print one or more copies.
The Board of Directors raised the entry fee to $8.00. In case a member uses the prior entry form, they can bring a check to the recital to make up the difference in the amount due. Sandra must receive fees prior to the start of the recital. A new recital template is available on-line: Christina Bradley has created an on-line down-loadable template for the Student Recitals. This recital program guide is optional for Chairs to use, yet highly recommended. Although admission to our Student Recitals is free, donations to defray our cost are always welcome. What Costs? We do have to rent churches, tune pianos, print programs and comply with extra insurance requests. Since this recital is close to Halloween, the wearing of costumes by the performers will be encouraged. Let’s make this a fun experience for everyone!
MARIN COUNTY BRANCH MEMBERS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MARIE CARBONE: SEND ME YOUR PROGRAMS!
Per our agreement with ASCAP, MTAC is required to send ASCAP copies of all our programs so that royalty payments may be extended to the composers and publishers. All you have to do is save a program from your fabulous student recitals, awesome teacher recitals, inspired master classes, brilliant workshops, and mail them to:
Marie Carbone
150 Buchanan Court.
Sausalito, C.A.94965.
GINI WILSON: Breaking News:
On October 19th! Look for the San Francisco Chamber Jazz Quartet as Headliners 5-6 P.M. at the First Annual San Rafael Festival of Art and Jazz! http://www.westcoastarts.org
And:
Lots of our friends have been dropping by Shanghai 1930 in San Francisco to check out the scene! The Gini Wilson Trio With a classy rhythm section at the sexy and smart 4 Star restaurant. Great food and atmosphere. And: on OCTOBER 1st 7-11 P.M. Featuring Amazing John Wilitala on Bass and Suave Vince Lateano on Drums. 133 Steuart Street, San Francisco C.A. Tel: 415-896 5600 Fax 415 896 5688 http://www.shanghai1930.com
Tune in! We had a great time at the San Jose Jazz Festival and made a lot of new friends. Now, those who have Comcast on Demand can see us on TV, Choose Bay on Demand and Local Events for the 19th Annual San Jose Jazz Festival and look for the San Francisco ChamberJazz Quartet. As the second group in the show, they feature our version of “Oblivion” by Astor Piazzola-Wow! All information and CS's at chamberjazz.@comcast.net
JOHN BOYAJY performed a Concert on August 30/08. He offered his recital at a charity event that was bid on. The lucky winning bidders were wowed by John’s performance and lecture in his Novato home. It was terrific! Bravi!
CONGRATULATIONS to our award winning branch members: MARY FLEMING received an award from “Bread and Roses” for her 20 years of volunteer performances. Mary performed September 18th at the Aldersly Retirement Community in San Rafael. How great it that! Bravo!
RICCA WOLFF will be feted at the Millie Awards Banquet honoring all recipients on October 19th at 5:00.m. at the Mill Valley Community Center on Camino Alto Street. Ricca is a past MTAC Marin Branch President. For more information email. www.trubee.schock@global.net or call 388-7550.
KAREN FOURNIER our Adult Recital Chair has news: her new email address is changed to kfournier7@gmail.comShe still has the same Tel. #415 - 332 – 5275.
OTHER MTAC BRANCHES INFORMATION
From The Palo Alto Philharmonic Association
P.O. Box 50490, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Contact: Geri Actor 408-395 2911 geri.actor@comcast.net
Please help us spread the word on this opportunity for several young people to perform with the Palo Alto Philharmonic. All instruments, including voice, are eligible, on pieces that have orchestral accompaniment available. Details are on our website: http://www.paphil.org
Re: Concerto Movement Competition for Bay Are Youth
The Palo Alto Philharmonic is sponsoring a Concerto Movement Competition open to school-aged students, both instrumental and vocalists. The purpose of the competition is to recognize outstanding talent and provide an invaluable learning and performing experience.
The J.W. and H.M Goodman Family Charitable Foundation underwrite the competition, with additional support from the City of Palo Alto. Applicants must be from the greater Bay Area who are 18 years of age or younger who have not yet graduated from high school as of December 31, 2008.
Each applicant should submit a recording of a movement from a concerto or concert piece for soloist and orchestra, with duration of five to fifteen minutes. The finalists selected from the recordings will then perform before a panel of Judges in Palo Alto on February 28, 2009.
The judges will select as many as seven winners, all whom will have the privilege of performing accompanied by the Palo Alto Philharmonic Orchestra in a concert on Sunday afternoon May 17, 2009 at the Cubberley Theatre in Palo Alto. Applicants, along with a demo CD and a non-refundable fee of $25 must be received by December 31, 2008.
We encourage all interested musicians to enter the preliminary audition. Application forms and additional information about the competition can be obtained from the Palo Alto Philharmonic Association at (408) 395-2911 or by visiting the website at www.paphil.org
The MTAC NEWS
The MTAC News is available at the state website.
Looking Forward to the Convention 2009 July 3 – 7, 2009 Santa Clara Marriott Hotel. Jon Nakamatsu and Hans Boepple are among the headliners. Book now!
Thought you would enjoy knowing about:
Jean Alexis Smith’s E – Newsletter Jean’s website:
Http://www.jeanalexissmith.com/ She will be performing November 16th, 3 P.M. at The Dance Palace, 503 “B” St., Point Reyes Station with a special guest appearance.
Check out www.classicalsonoma.org a great source for what is happening musically and includes reviews by some very notable names.
This is a jaw dropper! From pianist Daniel Glover Sunday, October 5, 4P.M. in Napa “Piano Fantasies”. A joint concert to honor Mrs. Robert Mondavi by Daniel Glover, Rebecca Bogart, Mack McCray, William Wellborn and others. At Pacific Union College in Paulin Hall (number 19 on the campus map) in Napa Valley. Admission FREE! Reservations suggested by calling (707) 965 – 7500.
Daniel’s website www.danielgloverpianist.com will give you more information and links for directions to his concerts as well as other performances that are forthcoming.
SHANGHAI 1930 RESTAURANT
(Commercial Announcement)
Hi Friends! We had a great time at the San Jose Jazz Festival and made a lot of new friends. Now, those who have Comcast on Demand can see us on TV, choose Bay on Demand and Local Events for the 19th annual San Jose Jazz Festival and look for The San Francisco Chamber Jazz Quartet, the second group in the show and they feature our version of "Oblivion" by Astor Piazzola - Wow!
Lots of our friends have been dropping by Shanghai 1930 in San Francisco to check out the scene: The Gini Wilson Trio with a classy rhythm section at the sexy and smart 4 Star Restaurant great food, great atmosphere.
Wednesday Sept 17th and October 1st 7-11pm featuring Amazing John Wiitala on Bass and Elegant Ron Marabuto on Drums 133 Steuart Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 Tel: (415) 896 5600 Fax: (415) 896 5688 http://www.shanghai1930.com
Breaking News: On October 19th, look for the SFCJQ as Headliners at the First Annual San Rafael Festival of Art and Jazz !
NEW CLASSICAL MUSIC WEB SITE
(Commercial Announcement)
The North Bay has a new web site for all aspects of classical music – www.classicalsonoma.org.
Contained in this user-friendly site are concert reviews and listings, information on almost 40 presenting organizations, and photos. Presenters can update schedules and events directly on-line without delays, including uploading art work. This exciting new way to publicize MMTA events was designed by Santa Rosa violinist and attorney John Thompson. Currently there are eight reviewers for events in four counties, including Tiburon pianist and writer Donna Kline.
Thanks.
Terry McNeill
Classical Sonoma
Concerts Grand
Concerts Coming To Marin Area
(Commercial Announcement)
 Elena Ulyanova
Nov. 14th
St. Hilary Church
Tiburon
Russian virtuoso Elena Ulyanova launches Concerts Grand’s collaboration with Tiburon’s St. Hilary Church Nov. 14 in an exciting West Coast debut recital, followed by a gala gourmet buffet dinner.
Ms. Ulyanova has programmed Soler’s Sonata in D, Beethoven’s mighty “Appassionata” Sonata and Chopin’s Andante Spianato and Grand Polonaise, Op. 22. In the second half she will play two Debussy Preludes and the Soiree Dans Grenada and Rachmaninoff’s volcanic B-Flat Sonata, Op. 36. There will be a pre-recital reception from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by the recital and buffet at 7. Tickets are $25 (reception and recital) and $50 (reception, recital and buffet) and are available from Concerts Grand – (707) 526-2447 and www.concertsgrand.com. Tickets for the Friday evening event are also available at St. Hilary Church at 761 Hilary Drive, 435-1122.
 Ken Iisaka
January 25th
JB Piano
San Rafael
Ken Iisaka returns to the Concerts Grand stage, this time near his Marin home, performing Haydn’s Sonata in C, No. 60; Berg’s Sonata, Op. 1; a Debussy Prelude; the Adagio from Krenek’s Third Sonata; and two demanding masterworks: the Brahms-Handel Variations and Fugue, Op. 24, and Nikolai Medtner’s Sonata-Ballada, Op. 27. The concert is 3 p.m. Sunday, January 25, 2009, at the JB Piano Emporium, 540 Irwin Street, in downtown San Rafael. Please purchase tickets from Concerts Grand (707 526-2447 and www.concertsgrand.com) or at the door. Adults are $17, seniors 55+ and students are $15.
Deadline for next newsletter: Oct. 26th
Please send items to new President Elenor Barcsak zenezest@aol.com |
