2020 GMEA In-Service Conference Program | Beyond 2020

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Internationally renowned faculty Dynamic College of the Arts environment CSU RiverPark location combining the best of urban and campus living World-class facilities

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he distinguished Woodruff Scholar program provides the full cost of undergraduate education plus a stipend for professional development. For special audition instructions for this highly competitive award, see our website.

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Other music talent scholarships are available up to full tuition and fees; graduate assistantships are available for master’s and artist diploma students.

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PERFORMANCES PERFORMANCES WILL BE HELD IN THE LOBBY OF THE CLASSIC CENTER THEATRE

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

10:40 AM ATHENS SYMPHONY CAMERATA

8:30 AM PAULDING COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FLUTE CHOIR

1:15 PM PEBBLEBROOK HIGH SCHOOL STRING ENSEMBLE

11:00 PM DANIELL MIDDLE SCHOOL CELLO CHOIR

DIRECTOR: BRAD MAFFETT

DIRECTOR: NIVEK ANDERSON

3:45 PM STEPHENSON HIGH SCHOOL TRUMPET CHOIR DIRECTOR: JEREMY SMITH

6:45 PM FANNIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL BRASS QUINTET DIRECTOR: SCOTT BARNSTEAD

8:00 PM ARABIA MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL CLARINET QUARTET

8:30 AM GROVETOWN HIGH SCHOOL WARRIOR LOW BRASS ENSEMBLE

DIRECTOR: BRIANA CURTIS

DIRECTOR: KRYSTAL NEWTON

DIRECTOR: STEVE WHITAKER

11:00 PM UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA TUBA QUARTET DIRECTOR: CALE SELF

1:45 PM THE GEORGIA COLLEGE SAXOPHONE QUARTET DIRECTORS: ANDREW J. ALLEN

4:15 PM NORTH ATLANTA HIGH SCHOOL QUINTET XI

DIRECTOR: STEPHEN LAWRENCE

7:30 PM PARKVIEW HIGH SCHOOL CLARINET QUARTET DIRECTORS: JASON ATHA AND MEGAN WILLIAMS

DIRECTOR: MONICA L. FOGG

THURSDAY

1:45 PM | OPENING OF THE EXHIBIT HALL OUTSIDE OF THE EXHIBIT HALL LASSITER HIGH SCHOOL BRASS QUINTET

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CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE

DIRECTORS: JAMES E. THOMPSON JR., JEFF HARPER, AND KIMBERLY SNYDER

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IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

CARL RIEKE

EVELYN CHAMPION

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VICE PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT ALL-STATE

COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE

DIVISION CHAIR

DIVISION CHAIR

JEFF FUNDERBURK

ALAN FOWLER

FRANK FOLDS

RUDY GILBERT

MARLA BALDWIN

PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS

PAST PRESIDENTS’

BAND

CHORAL

Conference VENUES

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT WWW.CLASSICCENTER.COM

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327 N Lumpkin St. Athens, GA 30601

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355 Pulaski St. Athens, GA 30601

TWEED RECORDING

130 E Washington St. Athens, GA 30601

STATE ADVISOR

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DIVISION CHAIR

COLLEGE

DIVISION CHAIR

ELEMENTARY

GUITAR CHAIR

DIVISION CHAIR

ORCHESTRA

RESEARCH

RETIRED MEMBERS

TECHNOLOGY

DR. RICHARD BELL

DR. JOSH BYRD

BRIANNE TURGEON

DR. ROB PETHEL

SAM LOWDER

DR. MARTIN NORGAARD

JAY WUCHER

HEATH JONES

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PLAY MORE There’s more music to play at GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY.

MORE is multiple concert bands, including the Symphonic Wind Ensemble 2019 GMEA performers

MORE is the Georgia Southern Jazz Ensemble 2018 Savannah Jazz Festival artists

MORE is the acclaimed Georgia Southern Symphony MORE is outstanding chamber music ensembles, such as: Southern Saxophones and the Magnolia String Quartet MORE is the famous Southern Pride Marching Band.

A world-class faculty of artist-teachers provide excellent training, experienced mentorship and individualized attention to prepare you for your career in music.

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DEGREES OFFERED Bachelor of Arts in Music Bachelor of Music in Composition Bachelor of Music in Music Education Bachelor of Music in Performance Master of Music in Composition Master of Music in Conducting Master of Music in Music Education Master of Music in Music Technology Master of Music in Performance Visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu/music for audition and scholarship information.

MUSIC MATTERS @MERCER

AUDITION DATES February 1, 2020 February 21, 2020 Graduate Auditions

February 22, 2020 Voice, Keyboard

March 13, 2020 Graduate Auditions

March 14, 2020

Instrumental, Keyboard

music.mercer.edu

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T H E C L A S S I C C E N T E R T H E AT R E

KEYNOTE

DR. TIM LAUTZENHEISER Tim Lautzenheiser began his teaching career at Northern Michigan University. He then moved to the University of Missouri, and from there to New Mexico State University. During that time, Tim developed highly acclaimed groups in both instrumental and vocal music.

Following his tenure in the college band directing world, he spent three years with McCormick’s Enterprises working as Executive Director of Bands of America. In 1981, Tim created Attitude Concepts for Today, Inc., an organization designed to manage the many requests for teacher inservice workshops, student leadership seminars, and convention speaking engagements focusing on the area of effective leadership training. After thirty-plus years of clinic presentations, some three million students have experienced one of his popular sessions.

Tim presently serves as Vice President of Education for Conn-Selmer, Inc. He is a nationally recognized voice touting the importance of arts education for every child.

His books, produced by G.I.A. Publications, Inc., continue to be bestsellers in the educational community. He is also co-author of popular band method, Essential Elements, as well as the Senior Educational Consultant for Hal Leonard, Inc. Tim is also the Senior Educational Advisor for Music for All, and NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants).

He holds degrees from Ball State University and the University of Alabama; in 1995 he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the VanderCook College of Music. He continues to teach as an adjunct faculty member at: Ball State University, Indiana-Purdue/ Ft. Wayne University, and Butler University. In addition, he is a member of the Midwest Clinic Board of Directors and the Western International Band Clinic/American Band College Board of Directors. He is presently the Chair of the National Association for Music Education Music Honor Society (Tri-M).

NATIONAL ANTHEM

UGA GUITAR ENSEMBLE DIRECTOR: DANIEL BOLSHOY

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AWARD RECIPIENTS ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP AWARD

DAVID DUBOSE

gwinnett COUNTY director of FINE ARTS

DISTINGUISHED CAREER AWARD

JAY WUCHER

retired gmea member

MUSIC EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD

MATT KOPERNIAK

JOHNS CREEK High School

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD

ANDY ESSERWEIN

sprayberry high School

FRIEND OF MUSIC AWARD

PAMELA HARRISON

GEORGIA SCHOOL BOARD ASSOCIATION

MUSIC PROGRAM OF THE YEAR AWARD

MARIETTA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Christina Esposito, Erin Layton, Ashley Mattice

SERVICE TO MUSIC EDUCATION

25 YEARS 40 YEARS

Andrew Esserwein, Michelle Irwin, Kathy Kirby, Stan Kramer, Angela Reynolds

YEAR OF

Leslae Dennison, Jeffery Funderburk, Johnny Folsom, Suzette Moraska, Dennis L. Naughton, Anita Neal, David E. Robinson III, Bonita Thomie, Ricky Williams

RETIREMENT

Frank Folds, Kevin Hibbard

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LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM 2020 PARTICIPANTS

DIVISION PARTICIPANTS

DISTRICT PARTICIPANTS

CHORAL DIVISION

DISTRICT 3

ELEMENTARY DIVISION

DISTRICT 4

Chantae Pittman Megan Schuitema Nicole Guimaraes

ORCHESTRA DIVISION Patricia Cleaton David Metrio

Kenneth Boykin Benjamin Campbell Michelle Gibson Evan Tarrington-Tsao

DISTRICT 5

Jeancarlo Gonzalez Cruz

DISTRICT 7 ALL OF THE PARTICIPANTS WERE NOMINATED BY THEIR RESPECTIVE DIVISION OR DISTRICT CHAIRS FOR THEIR POTENTIAL AS LEADERS WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION.

Justin Ballew Miriam Homiller Michael Kobito Jeremy Ragan Sara Webb

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DISTRICT 9 Justin Norton Marielle Reed Lauren Tolar

DISTRICT 10

Aja Alberti Anthony Alberti

DISTRICT 11 Trey English

DISTRICT 12 Paul Marimon

DISTRICT 13

Anthony Baglio Sadie Glasgow Brooke VanKempen

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B A N D | C H O R A L | C O L L E G E | C N A F M E | E L E M E N TA RY G E N E R A L | G U I TA R | O R C H E S T R A | R E S E A R C H | R E T I R E D | T E C H N O LO GY

REGISTRATION

EXHIBIT HALL

9:00am-5:30pm FRIDAY | 1.24.20 8:30am-5:30pm

2:00pm-5:30pm FRIDAY | 1.24.20 8:30am-5:30pm

REGISTRATION THURSDAY | 1.23.20

EXHIBIT HALL THURSDAY | 1.23.20 SATURDAY | 1.25.20 8:30am-11:30am

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OCONEE RIVER

COLLINS HILL PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

DIRECTOR: JAMI’ FENNELL PRESIDER: AARON SCHMITT (MARIST SCHOOL) HOST: JOSEY JIMENEZ (DULUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL)

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BAND | ATHENA A/B THERE’S A HOLE IN YOUR BUCKET: FILLING UP YOUR BAND SOUND FROM THE BOTTOM UP

CLINICIANS: D. ALAN FOWLER (EASTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL), C. LLOYD MCDONALD (FEAGIN MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: JAY DAVIS (HOUSTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: JAMES CHRISTIANSEN (LEE MIDDLE SCHOOL) It’s long been said, “As the Basses Play, So Plays the Band”. At this wonderful clinic you will learn from veteran music educators, ideas about how to develop your young players into accomplished low brass musicians. Often the back row seems neglected, and we are here to help.

SPONSOR: CAMP EXTRAVABANDZA

BAND | ATHENA E KEEPING YOUR STANDARDS USING THE NEW GEORGIA FINE ARTS STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE FOR BAND

CLINICIANS: JOHN PALMER (WALTON HIGH SCHOOL), CECILIA CLARK (ALLATOONA HIGH SCHOOL), MIKE WALSH (ALPHARETTA HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: WILLIAM GRIMES (DICKERSON MIDDLE) HOST: CHRIS JOHNS (WALTON HIGH SCHOOL) The Georgia Standards of Excellence for Fine Arts will be introduced in 2019. Written by current band directors, these standards were designed to align with the National Standards and be easily applied. This session will help band directors fit the new standards easily into their existing standards and lesson plans.

CHORAL | ATHENA F WINNING LGPE

CLINICIANS: JOSH MARKHAM (SEQUOYAH HIGH SCHOOL), JOE SALTER (DEAN RUSK MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: NATALIE BEATY (NORTH FORSYTH MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: LEXIE STINSON (HOUSTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) LGPE can be stressful for conductors and choirs. Learn ideas on selecting repertoire, preparing the choir, sight-reading, and all things Choral LGPE. The presenters will share strategies tailored to both middle and high school choirs of all sizes, voicings, and classifications.

CHORAL | ATHENA I/J I NEED A VOICE LESSON!

CLINICIAN: REBECCA LOAR (UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA) PRESIDER: JESSICA MILNER (MCCLURE HEALTH SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: KAREN HEARN (BROOKSTONE SCHOOL) Are you a choral teacher who hasn’t had the opportunity to focus on your own voice? Are you a band teacher who now teaches chorus? This session is for you! Enjoy guided vocalization, pointers on maintaining good vocal technique, dispel myths, and gain tips for overall good vocal hygiene.

CNAFME | ATHENA G I GOT THE DIPLOMA... NOW WHAT?!

CLINICIANS: KELSEY ARMSTRONG (EVANS MIDDLE SCHOOL), KATIE HOLBROOK (BLANCHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), BRANDON SOLOFF (TAYLOR ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: RICHARD BELL (CLAYTON STATE) Completing student teaching and graduating with a Music Education degree is an exciting but daunting time. Join three teachers in their second, third, and fourth respective years teaching to discuss tips and tricks to help you through the trials of finding a job and succeeding in your first years.

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA HOOK, LINE, AND SINKER: THE POWER OF RHYTHM AND RHYME IN THE CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: DR. RENE BOYER (UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI-COLLEGE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC) PRESIDER: BRIANNE TURGEON (SPRINGDALE PARK ELEMENTARY) HOST: COLLEEN KINGSTON (HOPE-HILL ELEMENTARY) Song, creative rhyme, movement, listening and playing instruments will be used to capture and engage urban students’ interest in music and literacy. This session will also help students develop confidence and self-esteem that can be transferred to other life situations.

SPONSOR: PERIPOLE, INC.

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ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON BRAVO BEHAVIOR! EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES TO PROMOTE POSITIVE CLASSROOM BEHAVIORS

CLINICIANS: CASEY HALL (WOLF CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), MEGAN ENDICOTT (DOLVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: LUJUANA HAYNES (BOLTON ACADEMY) HOST: VICKY KNOWLES (COMPTON ELEMENTARY) In this session, we’ll tackle the ever-present elephant in the music room: BEHAVIOR! We will discuss reasonings behind negative student behaviors, how to develop a positive classroom environment, pinpoint common “problem” behaviors, learn de-escalation strategies, and brainstorm effective behavioral management strategies to promote positive behavioral change in the music classroom!

GENERAL | ATHENA H PREPARING THE WAY FOR MASTERFUL PLAY: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY MUSIC

CLINICIAN: EMILY HOPKINS (QUAVERMUSIC.COM) PRESIDER: KENNETH BOYKIN (ARNOLD MAGNEY ACADEMY) HOST: BENJAMIN CAMPBELL (BLACKMON ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL) Transitioning from elementary to secondary music is challenging. How can we support one another’s instruction and student learning? Teachers will experience ways they can take musical activities from experiential to applicable - from basic decoding to playing instruments. Participants will walk away with engaging digital tools for implementing these strategies.

GUITAR | WILLOW COMPOSING AND ARRANGING FOR THE GUITAR CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: ERIK HERNDON (CENTENNIAL ACADEMY) PRESIDER: CARYN VOLK (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) In this session, Erik Herndon will share ideas for approaching composition and arranging in the guitar classroom. With a hands-on approach, he will walk us through several compositions, highlighting musical components, guitar-specific technical considerations, and give us insight into the creative process. Bring your guitar and play along!

ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCE

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SIMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL 8TH GRADE ORCHESTRA

DIRECTORS: DANA TINDALL & JENNIFER MANN PRESIDER: CHRISTOPHER FERRELL (COBB COUNTY SUPERVISER OF INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC) HOST: SARA GRIMES (WALTON HIGH SCHOOL)

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C SHOW ME THE WAY TO GO CHROME: HOW TO USE CHROMEBOOKS IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM

CLINICIANS: HAYLEY ATHA (SOUTH JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), STEPHANIE CLEVELAND (WEST JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: FAYE BOYER (LAKE JOY PRIMARY SCHOOL) HOST: JANET MONTGOMERY (SWEETWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL) Do you have access to Chromebooks, but no clue how to use them? Join us as we dive into the what, when, and how of integrating Chromebooks into the music classroom. We will discuss management, practical tips and tricks, and programs that will inspire your students and transform your teaching!

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D TOP FINALE TIPS FOR EDUCATORS

CLINICIANS: MAVIS KALLESTAD (MAKEMUSIC), MIKE GIBSON (MAKEMUSIC) PRESIDER: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) Creating your scores more quickly gives you more time for other important projects. This clinic will focus on specific ways to improve productivity on the daily score writing tasks music educators do and target specific methods for note entry, quick and efficient editing, creating SmartMusic files, and worksheets.

SPONSOR: MAKEMUSIC

2:00PM

EXHIBIT HALL

OPENING

LOBBY PERFORMANCE 1:45PM

2:00PM

LASSITER HIGH SCHOOL BRASS QUINTET

DIRECTORS: JAMES E. THOMPSON JR., JEFF HARPER, AND KIMBERLY SNYDER

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BAND | ATHENA A/B TAKING THE NEXT STEP: GETTING FROM WHERE YOU ARE TO WHERE YOU WANT TO BE

CLINICIANS: ERIK MASON (MILL CREEK HS BANDS), BRIDGET WILDES (MILL CREEK HS BANDS), NICHOLAS GOLDING (JACKSON COUNTY HS BANDS), DAVID ROTH (KELL HS BANDS), JEFF HARPER (LASSITER HS BANDS) PRESIDER: JACOB WEINSTEIN (TEMPLE HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: D’WAYNE DUBOSE, JR. (BURKE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) Three sessions that aim to help every high school band realize their goals and maximize their students’ potential- from developing bands to bands looking to be among America’s best. Practical ideas meet concepts and planning to create a comprehensive indepth experience with something for everyone.

BAND | ATHENA E BUILDING YOUR INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PROGRAM: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO RECRUITMENT AND RETENSION

CLINICIAN: MARCIA NEEL (MUSIC ACHIEVEMENT COUNCIL) PRESIDER: DAISY CARDONA (DALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: JANNA PYE (DALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL) Based on “best practices” from highly successful directors from all levels of instruction from throughout the country, join Marcia Neel from Music Achievement Council as she covers a variety of tools that cover every aspect of recruiting and retaining instrumental music students.

SPONSOR: MUSIC ACHIEVEMENT COUNCIL

CHORAL | ATHENA F WHERE THE BOYS ARE: RECRUITING, ENGAGING AND MAINTAINING TENORS AND BASSES

CLINICIAN: CHRISTINE BASS (TEMPLE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: SCOTT SMITH (CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: WHITNEY RYLEE (EAST HALL HIGH SCHOOL) Need more young men in your choirs? Practical ideas on what makes it ‘cool’ to sing? How can you bring all types of guys into choir? How can you keep them, train them and get them hooked so they become your future ambassadors for choral music?

Repertoire ideas shared.

SPONSOR: HAL LEONARD CORPORATION

CHORAL | ATHENA I/J RE-VOICE AND REJOICE: ADAPTING CHORAL LITERATURE FOR CHANGING ADOLESCENT VOICES CLINICIAN: PATRICK K. FREER (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: BRITTNEY BOYKIN (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: SHELBY BENNETT (TROTTA) (DANIELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) Many teacher-conductors ask boys with changing voices to sing treble parts an octave lower than written. This session will demonstrate alternatives through numerous examples of how teacher-conductors can re-voice and adapt literature to accommodate the changing voices of young adolescent singers.

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA POPULAR MUSIC EDUCATION AND MODERN BAND

CLINICIAN: DR. SCOTT BURSTEIN (LITTLE KIDS ROCK) PRESIDER: AMIE SCHAFF (LAWRENCEVILLE ELEMENTARY) HOST: ROSEMARY BLANKSON (M. AGNES JONES ELEMENTARY) This workshop is centered on the belief that everyone is musical, demonstrated quickly and enjoyably for all ages by leveraging the popular music of the individual student. This is achieved through performance of modern band as culturally relevant music of students taught through approximation, music acquisition theory, and social equity.

SPONSOR: LITTLE KIDS ROCK

ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON JUST ADD KIDS

CLINICIAN: ANDY BECK (ALFRED MUSIC) PRESIDER: ROMONA SMITH (WOODWARD ACADEMY NORTH) HOST: TRAMAINE QUARTERMAN (GLOBE ACADEMY) It’s amazing what kids can do when given the right materials! Join clinician Andy Beck to experience the newest 2-part chorals, songbooks, movement ideas, musicals, and other classroom resources—perfect for those energetic young singers of yours! A complimentary music packet will be given to each director in attendance.

SPONSOR: ALFRED MUSIC

GENERAL | ATHENA H USING “ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS” TO CREATE A POSITIVE CULTURE OF LEARNING

CLINICIAN: DR. TIM LAUTZENHEISER (HAL LEONARD, INC.) PRESIDER: JEREMY RAGAN (SOUTH PAULDING MIDDLE) HOST: TREY ENGLISH (THE ACADEMY FOR CLASSICAL EDUCATION) The clinic focuses on creating an atmosphere for maximum learning opportunities. Various exercises will be shared that can be used in your home environment. This session is for anyone who is interested in taking the learning opportunities to new levels.

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Setting Piedmont Apart.

Piedmont music majors and performers are now studying and rehearsing in a sparkling new 45,000 square-foot Conservatory of Music. The $10.1 million project – completed in September – is equipped with Steinway pianos and will elevate the college’s long-standing and prestigious music program. More than 200 students – about 15 percent of Piedmont’s undergraduate population – participate in music academic programs, ensembles, and performances. ·

All-Steinway School

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14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio

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International guest artists and masterclasses

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Award $12 million in scholarships annually, including music awards

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Ranked top private college in Georgia by James Magazine

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Ranked fifth best institution of higher learning in Georgia by Wallet Hub

MUSIC FACULTY

VICKI PINSON

Director of Bands

DIANASUE WALTON Woodwinds

DAVID ARVOLD JAMES GEIGER Brass, Music History

Percussion, Composition

WALLACE HINSON

Director of Choral Activities; Director, Conservatory of Music

ANDREA PRICE

Director of Vocal Studies

JERI-MAE G. ASTOLFI

Director of Piano Studies

For more information, visit www.piedmont.edu/fa

KAREN SIGERS

Music Theory

jan 23 // 2:45PM // conference schedule

GUITAR | WILLOW INCORPORATING GUITAR ENSEMBLES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM GUITAR CURRICULUM

CLINICIAN: MIKE CHRISTIANSEN (UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: BRION KENNEDY (ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) With over 40 years experience of writing music for and directing guitar ensembles, Mike Christiansen will present traditional and non-traditional ways of incorporating guitar ensembles into the classroom guitar curriculum. Challenges and how to overcome them will be discussed.

SPONSOR: CONSONUS MUSIC

ORCHESTRA | EMPIRE ROOM STRING ORCHESTRA NEW MUSIC READING SESSION

CLINICIAN: GEORGIA L. EKONOMOU (ATLANTA JUNIOR CHAMBER ORCHESTRA) PRESIDER: CAROLYN LANDREAU (CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: MICHAEL WRIGHT (UNION GROVE HIGH SCHOOL) The string orchestra new music reading session introduces attendees to a wide variety of literature for their school orchestra. The level of music ranges from Elementary to High School literature. Instruments provided by William Harris Lee and Company, Atlanta; Music provided by J.W.Pepper, Atlanta.

SPONSORS: WILLIAM HARRIS LEE AND COMPANY & J.W. PEPPER, ATLANTA

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C THE DOG CAN’T EAT THEIR HOMEWORK IF IT’S DIGITAL: CREATING AND GRADING PAPERLESS ASSIGNMENTS

CLINICIAN: KIRA SINK (EVANS MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: CHRIS SINK (NORTHGATE HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: JANET MONTGOMERY (SWEETWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session will present multiple ways for educators to make classroom assignments paperless! Both performance and nonperformance assignments will be addressed. This will include using Google tools as well as other web-based ways to create assignments. Many of these assignments can be self-grading, saving both time and paper!

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D CREATING ON ANY DEVICE: ONLINE MUSIC TECH MADE EASY

CLINICIAN: JOHN MLYNCZAK (NOTEFLIGHT, A HAL LEONARD COMPANY) PRESIDER: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) Wondering how to teach music using online tools? By combining music notation with a digital audio workstation, there are endless possibilities to incorporate music creation in all levels of music instruction. This session will demonstrate many proven lessons that can be used immediately, starting with free online software.

SPONSOR: NOTEFLIGHT

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OCONEE RIVER

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY JAZZ ENSEMBLE

DIRECTOR: DR. RICK MASON PRESIDER: MATT JERNIGAN (PUTNAM COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: J.R. BECKWITH (PUTNAM COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL)

BAND

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PERFORMANCES

DUTCHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL WIND SYMPHONY

DIRECTORS: WOLSON GUSTAMA AND JEFFREY HUGHLEY PRESIDER: MICHAEL OUBRE (PICKENS HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: AMANDA IRBY (BURNEY HARRIS LYONS MIDDLE SCHOOL)

BAND | ATHENA A/B GOOD TO GREAT: PERSONAL FRAMEWORKS FOR MORE EFFECTIVE REHEARSING AND CONDUCTING CLINICIAN: JASON NAM (INDIANA UNIVERSITY JACOBS SCHOOL OF MUSIC) PRESIDER: DASHAUN MCGEE (WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: CHRIS HARPER (MARTHA PUCKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session will seek to aid conductors at all levels in the pursuit of leading more purposeful, informed, efficient, and artistic rehearsals that will thereby lead to more musically satisfying performances for all involved. Topics covered will be primarily viewed through the lens of the teacher’s personal and daily preparation.

BAND | ATHENA E SOUND THE TRUMPET! PROGRESSIVE TRUMPET TEACHING STATEGIES AND CONCEPTS MADE SIMPLE CLINICIAN: MARK DULIN (ATLANTA TRUMPET ACADEMY) PRESIDER: JANNA PYE (DALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DAISY CARDONA (DALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL) In this session I will cover a wide range of trumpet topics that will help any band director improve their trumpet section. Topics will include, sound concepts, scale strategies, trumpet idiosyncrasies, brass playing myths, tips for navigating the overtone series and tips for clear articulation.

SPONSOR: CONN-SELMER

CHORAL | ATHENA F MEET ME IN THE MIDDLE: CHORAL MUSIC FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL VOICES

CLINICIAN: ANDY BECK (ALFRED MUSIC) PRESIDER: ALICIA VINSON (COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: AMELIA KUHLKEN (SOUTH PAULDING MIDDLE SCHOOL) Join Andy Beck as we sing through repertoire designed specifically for middle school singers. Music addresses your big concerns, like finding music for changing voices, balancing fun selections with educational repertoire, motivating teen singers, easy movement ideas, and more. A Complimentary music packet will be given to directors in attendance.

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CHORAL | ATHENA I/J IMPROVISATION IN THE CHORAL REHEARSAL!

CLINICIAN: DR. GREGORY LEFILS (STETSON UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: DEIRDRE PALMORE-KING (SHILOH MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: VICTORIA (VICKY) LATIMER (ASHWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL) Improvisation is seldom the foremost in rehearsal planning and often exists as an anomaly even though many teachers and students wish they possessed that ability. This session will define the word improvisation, describe its benefits in a choral setting, and give specific and systematic procedures for learning to improvise.

CNAFME | ATHENA G EDTPA: A SURVIVAL GUIDE FROM THE OTHER SIDE

CLINICIANS: ALISON MANN (KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY), CLAIRE PAPPAS (LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: FAITH PARKER (MERCER) HOST: MERCER UNIVERSITY STUDENTS (MERCER) You have read the edTPA handbook, now what? This session will feature recent Music Education graduates who successfully completed edTPA and a University Supervisor to answer questions and help you successfully navigate through your process. You will leave this session feeling empowered to tackle planning, instruction, and assessment, with ease.

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ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA UKE AND STRUM (YOU CAN STRUM)! (ALL LEVELS)

CLINICIAN: JILL REESE (THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT FREDONIA) PRESIDER: NATASHA MAZARKY (RABUN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) HOST: JOANNE MAPLES (SPIVEY HALL) With funky strum patterns on the uke, students become a one-person rhythm section. Explore strategies to learn and teach strumming from simple rhythms to syncopation with folk, pop, and rock tunes. We’ll be jamming along with your favorite musicians. Some experience with basic chords is helpful, but not necessary.

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ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON BREAK THE ICE!: BRAIN BREAKS AND MUSICAL MOTIVATORS

CLINICIAN: EMILY HOPKINS (QUAVERMUSIC.COM) PRESIDER: ASHLEIGH SPAZ (BURGESS PETERSON ACADEMY) HOST: ROSEMARY BLANKSON (M. AGNES JONES ELEMENTARY) Icebreakers hook students’ interest into the content while developing music literacy skills. They motivate young learners by helping them refocus or give them an entryway into the creative process. Through chants and body percussion, teachers will learn how to actively engage their students and take advantage of these musical moments.

GENERAL | ATHENA H COMPOSITION IN THE MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL ENSEMBLE CLASS

CLINICIANS: RICHARD BELL (CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY), RACHAEL A. SMITH (THE ACADEMY FOR CLASSICAL EDUCATION) PRESIDER: EVAN ARRINGTON-TSAO (KITTREDGE MAGNET SCHOOL) HOST: SARA WEBB (CALHOUN MIDDLE SCHOOL) Individual and group composition promotes creativity and helps students better understand musical concepts including aural skills, phrasing, form, harmonic progression and notation. Similar to the ELA writing process, we will discuss the PIGS composition process: planning, incubation, growth and scoring. A JH and HS group composition performance will be shared.

GUITAR | WILLOW “GUITAR 101”: THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF STARTING AND MAINTAINING A SUCCESSFUL GUITAR PROGRAM

CLINICIAN: CHRISTOPHER J. PEREZ (FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: DR. ROB PETHEL (SUTTON MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session will cover basic, essential items needed to start guitar classes including how to build and maintain a successful guitar program. Topics of discussion include instrument, material and music purchases, class discipline, assessment, concert performances, class scheduling, basic pedagogy and more.

ORCHESTRA | EMPIRE ROOM WE TELL OUR ORCHESTRA STUDENTS TO GO HOME AND PRACTICE, BUT DO THEY KNOW HOW?

CLINICIAN: CHARLES LAUX (ALPHARETTA HIGH SCHOOL, FULTON COUNTY SCHOOLS) PRESIDER: CAROLYN LANDREAU (CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: DAVID METRIO (LANIER HIGH SCHOOL) Do you spend too much time rehearsing the same passages day after day? This session will show orchestra teachers an arsenal of practice strategies that can help students become motivated, confident, effective, and autonomous practicers. A variety of technology tools will be demonstrated and shared via on online resource.

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TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C THE NEW GEORGIA STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE FOR MUSIC TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES FOR THE TEACHER AND CLASSROOM. CLINICIAN: HEATH JONES (GADOE, GMEA TECHNOLOGY CHAIR) HOST: JANET MONTGOMERY (SWEETWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL) The newly revised Georgia Standards of Excellence for music officially went into effect this academic year. Do you know what is in the new standards? Do you understand how to use them? Did you know that the GaDOE has great resources available for teachers? I will share them with you!

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D A MUSIC TECH CURRICULUM YOU AND YOUR STUDENTS WILL ENJOY!

CLINICIAN: GIL JOHNSON (SOUTH TATTNALL MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) With pushes for integrating technology into the classroom, teachers are searching for relevant and easily implemented curriculum ideas. I will discuss the curriculum I use for my middle school music tech students, which focuses on the film music industry and how to create original music using technology.

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PERFORMANCES BAND THE CLASSIC CENTER THEATRE 7:00PM NORTH COBB WIND SYMPHONY

DIRECTORS: SHELDON FRAZIER & SCOTT PANNELL

PRESIDER: ANDY ESSERWEIN (SPRAYBERRY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: TRACY WRIGHT (RINGGOLD HIGH SCHOOL)

8:15PM POPE HIGH SCHOOL WIND SYMPHONY DIRECTORS: BO SODDERS & JOSH RUDOLPH

PRESIDER: ROY DENTON (STRONG ROCK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL) HOST: BRYAN DANIELS (COLLINS HILL HIGH SCHOOL)

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CHORAL FIRST BAPTIST ATHENS 7:00 PM LOVINGGOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL EIGHTH GRADE CHORUS DIRECTOR: CARLA HENRY

PRESIDER: KENDRICK KIRKLAND (MCEACHERN HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: GEORGE EVANS (TAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL)

7:30 PM KENDRICK HIGH SCHOOL SINGERS DIRECTOR: MATTHEW WHITE

PRESIDER: DOYLE REGISTER (RETIRED) HOST: QUINYONIA KEARSE (LUELLA HIGH SCHOOL)

8:00 PM SANDY CREEK HIGH SCHOOL WOMEN’S CHORUS DIRECTOR: VELMA PAGE JENKINS

PRESIDER: LADELL FORTUNE (FLAT ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: GARNETTA PENN (BENJAMIN E. MAYS HIGH SCHOOL)

8:30 PM SOUTHERN CHORALE

DIRECTOR: DR. SHANNON JEFFREYS

PRESIDER: CHELSEA GREEN (LASSITER HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: MELINDA FRADLEY (SAVANNAH CHILDREN’S CHOIR)

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ELEMENTARY FIRST BAPTIST ATHENS 7:00 PM DYNAMIX ORFF ENSEMBLE

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PRESIDER: DR. SEAN DEAS (PRINCIPAL AT DUNAIRE ELEMENTARY)

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8:15 PM UGA GUITAR ENSEMBLE DIRECTOR: DANIEL BOLSHOY

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DIRECTOR: BLAIR CALLAWAY PRESIDER: AARON GARLAND (RINGGOLD MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: RICH STICHLER (LAKEVIEW-FT. OGLETHORPE HIGH SCHOOL)

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BAND | ATHENA A/B MORE THAN LOW NOTES: DEVELOPING MUSICIANS OUT OF YOUR LOW BRASS THROUGH CHAMBER MUSIC

CLINICIAN: WILLIAM MANN (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: LUTHER HARRIS II (NORTH GWINNETT HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: BETHANY GREENE (SOUTH PAULDING HS) Low brass students typically sit in the back of the ensemble playing long tones and not developing more complex skills needed to be a well-rounded musician. This session will give you resources and ways that you can use chamber music to develop technique and musicianship for low brass students.

BAND | ATHENA E WORK SMARTER, NOT HARDER. A “REALISTIC” APPROACH TO TEACHING MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND

CLINICIANS: LAWRENCE WILLIAMS (SUMMEROUR MIDDLE SCHOOL), RICK RODRIGUEZ (SUMMEROUR MIDDLE SCHOOL), ROLAND VENTURA (PINCKNEYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: GREG MILLER (WOODWARD ACADEMY) HOST: ROBERT DAVIDSON (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) We’ve heard the saying, “Work Smarter, Not Harder”, but do we really apply it? Find out some practical tips, tricks, hacks and nuggets you can apply in your classroom tomorrow to enhance discipline, use of technology, musicality, and morale as you work towards building a successful and comprehensive band program.

CHORAL | ATHENA F FRONT-LOADING YOUR CHORAL REHEARSAL: CONSTRUCTING FOR SUCCESS

CLINICIAN: CHRISTINE BASS (TEMPLE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: GENE SEESE (NORTH FORSYTH HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: SAUNDRA D. ECHOLS (BROWN MIDDLE SCHOOL) The initial rehearsal approach determines the final musical performance. From the introductory read, Front-Loading will revolutionize your rehearsal technique and results. Developing metacognitive singers who take responsibility for their music making process, deepening understanding that provides singers with tools to make musical decisions. Specific repertoire will provide experience with Front-Loading.

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CHORAL | ATHENA I/J WALKING THE WALK: PUTTING INTO ACTION WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT TRANSGENDER STUDENTS

CLINICIANS: RANDI BOLDING (NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY), MICAH WEBER (UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE) PRESIDER: GREG HUCKS (ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL) HOST: GEORGE EVANS (TAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL) We have gathered information regarding transgender students in our choirs but it isn’t until we are faced with complex situations such as hotel rooming, bindings, hormone blockers, etc. Join Dr. Bolding and her transgender student, Micah, to ask the hard questions that effect us as teachers in an open forum.

CNAFME | ATHENA G LAND IT, NAIL IT, GET THE JOB!

CLINICIAN: BENJAMIN LAM (LARGO-TIBET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: SARA WOMACK (ATLANTA PUBLIC SCHOOLS) HOST: RICHARD BELL (CLAYTON STATE)

This session will examine the entire interview process from the perspective of a current school administrator and music educator. You’ll learn tips and tricks to get the interview AND the job including an in-depth look at questions sure to be asked in your next interview.

COLLEGE | LIGOTTI HALL 1 INSTRUMENT REPAIR: LOW REEDS

CLINICIAN: DAVE LAWSON (DR. DAVE’S REPAIR) PRESIDER: THOMAS CREMER (PERIMETER COLLEGE) HOST: BEN HARPER (VSU) Attendees will learn how to diagnose and fix small issues, what to say to repair shops to fix what is needed, or where to get supplies to fix it correctly. Attendees are welcome to bring their own instruments for a free evaluation.

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ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA INTRODUCTION TO ORFF SCHULWERK

CLINICIANS: TIFFANY ENGLISH (SUGAR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), MANDY GUNTER (BURNETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: AMIE SCHAFF (LAWRENCEVILLE ELEMENTARY) HOST: CATHERINE KEYSER (FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS) Participants will sing, dance, and play as they develop a greater understanding of the Orff Schulwerk process and how it relates to current educational philosophy.

ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON FOLK DANCING TRICKS FROM K-6

CLINICIAN: RACHEL GRIMSBY (MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: MARTI PARKER (SUWANEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) HOST: KAREN MULLINS (TIMBER RIDGE ELEMENTARY) Folk dancing is an excellent classroom community builder. Participants will learn a folk dance, how to make it accessible to all grade levels, and will learn how to choose alternative music to folk dance to. With immediate take-aways for Monday activities, will you come and dance with me?

GENERAL | ATHENA H 10 GREAT IDEAS FOR FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: KIM NEIDLINGER (WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: DR. SCOTT BARNSTEAD (FANNIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: DR. JARED REGISTER (SAVANNAH ARTS ACADEMY) 10 Formative Assessment Strategies. What is formative assessment? Why should formative assessment be used? Here are 10 quick, easy and fun strategies that can be adapted across grade levels and subject areas that will impact student learning. You will take home ideas you can use right away!

SPONSOR: WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY

GUITAR | WILLOW BEGINNING COMPOSITION AND IMPROVISATION FOR CLASSROOM GUITAR CLINICIAN: MIKE CHRISTIANSEN (CONSONUS MUSIC) PRESIDER: ERIK HERNDON (CENTENNIAL ACADEMY) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL)

In this session, methods of teaching composition and improvisation to guitar students in way that can be easily understood will be presented. Topics will include: the pentatonic scale, chord tone improvisation, improvising to the blues using chord tones, how to find chords in a key, and how to write progressions.

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ORCHESTRA | EMPIRE ROOM LETTING GO. EMPOWERING YOUR STUDENTS TO BECOME LEADERS. CLINICIAN: JOHN E. SWEAT (HOWARD HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: EMILY CALHOUN (SAVANNAH ARTS ACADEMY) HOST: EUNICE KANG (CLARKE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL)

FIRST BAPTIST ATHENS

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Most of us orchestra directors like to be in control. “If I just do it myself, I know it will be done correctly!” However, our students are more likely to be engaged in their own learning if they have a sense of ownership in both the process and the product.

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PRESIDER: DR. PAUL NEAL (BERRY COLLEGE) HOST: MICHAELYN FINDLEY (RED TOP MIDDLE SCHOOL)

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RESEARCH | LIGOTTI HALL 2 PERSPECTIVES AND ISSUES OF BLACK MUSIC STUDENTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION (INCLUDES 3 TALKS)

CLINICIANS: PATRICK K. FREER (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY), STEVEN ARMON ANDERSON (CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY), GREGORY L. DENSON (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY/COBB COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT) PRESIDER: BRITTNEY BOYKIN (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: BRITTNEY BOYKIN (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY)

This session will include reports of three thematically related research projects: 1) “Trust and Intellectual SelfConcept in Interracial Mentoring Relationships;” 2) “The Experiences of Black Doctoral Music Students;” and 3) “Homecoming: The Experiences of Black Urban Band Director’s Pre-service Preparation.” A Q&A period will conclude the session.

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C EASY ASSESSMENT ON ANY DEVICE

CLINICIAN: ROBIN HODSON (MUSICFIRST) PRESIDER: RAMIELLE MOORER (RIVERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL)

Tired of having to assess hundreds of students the old-fashioned way? Find out how PracticeFirst makes the process of performance proficiency assessment quick and painless. Learn how you can upload your own content, adjust the assessment rigor, and track student progress over time.

SPONSOR: MUSICFIRST

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D DIGITAL AUDIO WORKSTATION 102

CLINICIAN: DR. ANDY EDWARDS (PEACHTREE RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: JANET MONTGOMERY (SWEETWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL) So you know how to open a DAW and record audio and midi, now what? This session will demonstrate tools available in most DAWs that will help you advance your musical creativity skills, especially if you are not a piano player.

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Although I was never face-to-face with a professor, I felt as if they were in my corner the entire way. Anyone with whom I came into contact for the duration of my degree treated me like their priority.

The courses were challenging, interesting, and impacted my teaching and therefore, my students. I wanted to make sure that if I were to invest in my education that it would be worth my time and money. The University of West Georgia provides a well-rounded program suitable for anyone who is in the profession or even someone who is balancing other aspects of life but wants to further their education.

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jan 24 // 10:00aM // conference schedule BAND | ATHENA A/B PROGRAM WITH A PURPOSE: CREATING MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS IN YOUR CONCERT REPERTOIRE

CLINICIAN: DR. DANIEL KIRK (REINHARDT UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: ROY DENTON (STRONG ROCK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL) HOST: JAMIE SMITH (DEKALB ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT) Engaging students in our curriculum requires programming substantive music. This session will discuss programming templates, locating diverse repertoire, and connecting musicians and audiences through musical and intellectual themes. After deconstructing two programs, we’ll program concerts - in real time! - following the explained methods. Bring open minds and electronic devices!

BAND | ATHENA E STOP THE HONKS!!! BEAUTIFUL SAXOPHONE SOUNDS FROM DAY ONE

CLINICIAN: ANDREW J. ALLEN (GEORGIA COLLEGE & STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: ELISE ALLEN (MONROE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: BRUCE FISHER (CRAWFORD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) The saxophone is sometimes classified as an easy instrument to learn. While initial sound production is fairly simple, achieving a beautiful, in-tune saxophone tone is a more involved process. Allen will cover the necessary strategies to insure that your saxophonists play beautifully from the first day.

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CHORAL | ATHENA F FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM

CLINICIANS: WES STONER (FROST SCHOOL OF MUSIC, UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI), JAMI LERCHER (FROST SCHOOL OF MUSIC, UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI) PRESIDER: HOLLY BYRD (NORTH COBB HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: JAMIE LIPSCOMB (BREMEN HIGH SCHOOL) Discover accessible choral music for middle and high school ensembles written by an inclusive mix of under-represented composers. Featuring music by women, composers of color, and composers from diverse religious backgrounds, this session provides a fresh approach to programming from a variety of traditions. Reading packets are sponsored by JWPepper.

SPONSOR: JW PEPPER

CHORAL | ATHENA I/J ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES THAT WORK

CLINICIAN: ERIC WILKINSON (WANDO HIGH SCHOOL/ GIA PUBLICATIONS) PRESIDER: KIRA TUCKER (SOUTH EFFINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: ADRIA SMITH (BEAR CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL) Assessment remains the “weak link” in the average director’s toolkit. This session presents a variety of assessment strategies for directors to use in rehearsals and will provide opportunities to practice assessing student work with real examples. Assessment topics include: vocal pitch exercises, repertoire, sight-reading, feedback sheets, and diagnostic exam.

SPONSOR: GIA PUBLICATIONS

COLLEGE | LIGOTTI HALL 1 THE LEADPIPE: HOW ANYONE CAN LEARN TO TEACH SOUND AND EFFICIENCY ON TRUMPET

CLINICIAN: DR. CHARLES CALLOWAY (BERRY COLLEGE) PRESIDER: ADAM HAYES (BERRY COLLEGE) HOST: STEFANIE CASH (BERRY COLLEGE) By understanding the physics behind producing a sound on the leadpipe and the use of a few simple exercises, the ability to diagnose issues and reinforce a resonant sound, clear articulations, and control between dynamics is available to teachers of every background and students of any skill level.

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA JAZZ BEGINNINGS IN THE GENERAL MUSIC CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: DR. RENE BOYER (COLLEGE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC, UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI) PRESIDER: FAYE BOYER (LAKE JOY PRIMARY SCHOOL) HOST: CATHERINE KEYSER (FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS) This session introduces elementary and middle school students to jazz. Participants will sing and play basic jazz standards on Orff instruments. It will help teachers understand the blues sequence and introduce songs, books, and instrumental pieces, and listening examples that use this standard jazz form.

SPONSOR: PERIPOLE, INC.

ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON DIVIDE AND CONQUER: LEARNING CENTERS IN ELEMENTARY MUSIC

CLINICIAN: DAVID ROW (WOODSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: CATHERINE WHITE (KENNESAW ELEMENTARY) HOST: ROSEMARY BLANKSON (M. AGNES JONES ELEMENTARY) Learning centers can be a wonderful tool for teaching and reinforcing concepts but setting up those centers can be a nightmare.

Come to this session to learn tips and tricks about creating/organizing centers, integrating small group learning into your curriculum, some strategies for assessment, and logistics.

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MORE There’s more to sing about at GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY. MORE is Southern Chorale

Regularly performing and competing on the National and International Stage Most recently at the International Chamber Choir Competition in Marktoberdorf, Germany.

MORE is the Southern Gentlemen barbershop ensemble Second place at the Barbershop Harmony Society’s MidWinter Festival in 2019.

United States representative on Barbershop Singing at the Laurea Mundi Budapest International Competition 2020.

DEGREES OFFERED Bachelor of Arts in Music Bachelor of Music in Composition Bachelor of Music in Music Education Bachelor of Music in Performance Master of Music in Composition Master of Music in Conducting Master of Music in Music Education Master of Music in Music Technology Master of Music in Performance Visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu/SingMore for audition and scholarship information.

MORE is outstanding productions by:

GSU Opera Theatre, University Singers, Southern Sirens.

A world-class faculty of artist-teachers provides exemplary training, authentic mentorship and personal attention to prepare you for your career in music.

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GENERAL | ATHENA H CREATIVE STRATEGIES FOR FUELING CREATIVITY THROUGH INTRINSIC MOTIVATION AND INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACHES

CLINICIAN: ANDREA STRAUSS (TARA WINDS) PRESIDER: ANTHONY BAGLIO (JORDAN MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: SADIE GLASGOW (MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL) Maintaining high levels of retention is important to any teacher. Keeping your students highly motived is key to maintaining retention. This clinic will give you the tools to cultivate an environment of possibility, encourage curiosity, and champion individuality promoting students to succeed and find their passion in the classroom.

GUITAR | WILLOW BLUES IMPROVISATION FOR THE GUITAR CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: TREY WRIGHT (KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: SABRINA ARMISTER (FICKETT ELEMENTARY) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) A guide to introducing improvisation in the guitar classroom using the blues progression. This clinic will apply beginning and intermediate approaches to improvisation including “key of the moment” pentatonic and “chord of the moment” guide tone targeting.

ORCHESTRA | EMPIRE ROOM THE BEST THING I DO: A SESSION OF MINI-CLINICS FROM THE BEST OF THE BEST!

CLINICIAN: TIM ANDERSON (AUTREY MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: CARL RIEKE (OSBORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: SARAH BALL (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session will feature 12 of the best and brightest stars of the Georgia music scene presenting 3 minute mini-clinics of “the best thing I do”. This is a chance to pick up some great ideas and resources (bring your phone or tablet) to take back to your classroom!

RESEARCH | LIGOTTI HALL 2 10:00 aM

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STUDYING THE PRESIDENTIAL SOUNDSCAPE: TRAX ON THE TRAIL IN THE CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: HARRY E PRICE (KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) This is a perspective from a researcher, publication board member and chair, and work across many countries. All types of research are important; however, it is the focus and quality that matters. Research is hard and incredibly demanding but provides an incredible reward in enhanced knowledge of music education.

CLINICIAN: HALEY STRASSBURGER (GEORGIA COLLEGE), DANA GORZELANY-MOSTAK (GEORGIA COLLEGE) PRESIDER: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY)

Trax on the Trail is a website devoted to the study of music in American presidential campaigns. Our team of scholar-teachers will introduce the multimedia educational resources available on our site, outline strategies for teaching campaign music in high school and college classrooms, and demonstrate a lesson plan.

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C TECH TOOLS FOR USING POPULAR MUSIC IN YOUR CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: DR. SCOTT BURSTEIN (LITTLE KIDS ROCK) PRESIDER: RAMIELLE MOORER (RIVERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session points educators to many practical tools found online to utilize popular music in the classroom. Many avenues will be discussed for online resources including the “Jam Zone”, free from Little Kids Rock. The workshop features videos for learning songs, taking lessons, and practicing a variety of musical skills.

SPONSOR: LITTLE KIDS ROCK

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D NOTEFLIGHT LEARN FOR COMPOSITION, RECORDING, AND ASSESSMENTS

CLINICIAN: JOHN MLYNCZAK (NOTEFLIGHT, A HAL LEONARD COMPANY) PRESIDER: CATHERINE KEYSER (FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS) HOST: JANET MONTGOMERY (SWEETWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL) Noteflight Learn allows all students to compose, record, and access digital content on any device. With full integration for Google Classroom and other popular Learning Management Systems, thousands of included musical scores, and both composition and audio recording, Noteflight Learn is the ideal platform for teaching and learning music.

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BAND | ATHENA A/B BAND DIRECTOR, PARENT, HUSBAND, WIFE: BALANCING THE BAND WITH YOUR LIFE

CLINICIANS: HOLLY LLOYD (LOUISE RADLOFF MIDDLE SCHOOL), ROB AKRIDGE (UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA) PRESIDER: JOE PEARCE (WESTSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: ZACHARY BRADLEY (EVANS HIGH SCHOOL) This session will address the challenges that all band directors face of balancing the band with their personal and family life. Topics such as demands of our career, needs of our families, and ideas for time saving techniques will be explored and discussed.

BAND | ATHENA E IT’S ABOUT TIME: A 21ST-CENTURY COGNITIVE PERSPECTIVE ON THE PEDAGOGY OF TIMING

CLINICIAN: DR. JASON SULLIMAN (TROY UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: QUENTIN R.GOINS (STEPHENSON HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: TREVOR GOODY (MOUNT DE SALES) I will present a summary of modern scientific theories on timing with recent developments in neuroscience and kinesiology.

I compare these with traditional practice techniques. The discrepancies may surprise you. I then introduce new twists on old technology- the metronome, and share tools that can boost productivity.

SPONSOR: TROY UNIVERSITY, M & W CUSTOM TROMBONES

CHORAL | ATHENA F WHAT ARE MY LGPE PERFORMANCE JUDGES THINKING? CLINICIAN: CHORAL DIVISION ADJUDICATION STANDING COMMITTEE PRESIDER: MARLA BALDWIN (STATE CHORAL CHAIR) HOST: SCOTT MARTIN (STATE CHORAL CHAIR ELECT)

CHORAL | ATHENA I/J TITLE ONE? SO WHAT! DEVELOPING SUCCESSFUL CHORAL PROGRAMS FOR ALL

CLINICIAN: CHANTAE D. PITTMAN (CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: MR. JOHNNY EDWARDS (NEWTON HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: COURTNEY BOGGS (TEASLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL) Learn some tips and tricks to navigate teaching choral music in Title I schools. Topics discussed will include building relationships, parental support, community involvement, fundraising, selecting appropriate concert repertoire, classroom management, and more. Be prepared to equip your tool box with tons of things to help you be successful!

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A Christ-centered university in southeast Tennessee with faculty, curriculum, facilities, and opportunities to prepare you for your goals as tomorrow’s musician.

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CNAFME | ATHENA G DON’T THROW AWAY YOUR SHOT! ESTABLISHING A CULTURE THAT PRODUCES RESULTS!

CLINICIAN: BRANDON MEEKS (FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: BLESS LOADHOLT (CLAYTON STATE) HOST: CLAYTON STATE STUDENTS (CLAYTON STATE) This session is geared for beginning teachers and will explore ways on how music teachers can establish a culture that promotes discipline while still being fun and productive. Ideas discussed in the session are meant to serve as a guide for new teachers to use once they enter the classroom.

COLLEGE | LIGOTTI HALL 1 BRINGING FIELD EXPERIENCE CLOSER TO HOME: USING TECHNOLOGY TO OBSERVE MASTER TEACHERS

CLINICIANS: DR. CATHERYN SHAW FOSTER (FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY), JEFFREY ROWSER (MORGAN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: LAURA STAMBAUGH (GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY) HOST: CHESTER PHILLIPS (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) Early field experience is a necessity in a Music Educator Preparation Program. However, limited financial resources and geographic location can make it difficult to find quality music classrooms for pre-service teachers to observe. Through video conferencing technology, master teachers can be brought into college classrooms for an exceptional learning experience.

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA PREPARE, PRACTICE, PRESENT: A SOUND BEFORE SIGHT APPROACH TO RECORDER

CLINICIAN: RACHEL GRIMSBY (MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: DR. PAULA THOMAS-LEE (CHEATHAM HILL ELEMENTARY) HOST: COLLEEN KINGSTON (HOPE-HILL ELEMENTARY) This session seeks to fill the participants with a renewed passion in teaching the recorder. Participants will learn rhymes, games, and songs to give students joyful and successful experiences with the recorder. A flexible instructional sequence will be presented as participants experience the sound before sight process; prepare, practice, present.

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ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON STEAM IT UP IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM

CLINICIANS: COURTNAYE WOOD (BRUMBY ELEMENTARY), ERIKA BROWN (BIG SHANTY ELEMENTARY) PRESIDER: ANTHONY BERNARD (EASTVALLEY ELEMENTARY) HOST: SARAH GRANT (LOWNDES COUNTY SCHOOLS) These two sessions give tips & tricks to navigating through the STEM world as a music teacher. Session 1 focuses on understanding how a music curriculum already supports STEM & how to incorporate STEM into music lessons. Session 2 gives STEAM lesson ideas that can easily be implemented.

GENERAL | ATHENA H SO YOU’RE TEACHING MIDDLE SCHOOL GENERAL MUSIC, NOW WHAT?!

CLINICIANS: REBECCA WADE-CHUNG (ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL), GREG HUCKS (ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL) PRESIDER: AJA ALBERTI (GROVETOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL ) HOST: JUSTIN NORTON (WOODSTOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session will expose participants to hands-on successful units created for grades 6-10 developed through the lens of an IB MYP Curriculum that is easily accessible to all. Yes, even non-IB classrooms!

GUITAR | WILLOW FORGET GUITAR HERO - BECOME A GUITAR PRO!

CLINICIANS: ASHLEY DRAKE (DULUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL), BRION KENNEDY (ST. PIUS X) PRESIDER: JOE TUCKER (EAGLES LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) Learn how to create and edit your music scores and tablature for guitar, bass, and ukulele with Guitar Pro. This user-friendly software is free for educators and a great resource to have in the classroom.

THE CLASSIC CENTER THEATRE WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA

DIRECTORS: DWAYNE WASSON & MARK HOSKINS PRESIDER: PAULA KRUPICZEWICZ (NORTH COBB HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: KATHRYN ENCISCO (EAST COBB MIDDLE SCHOOL)

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SARAH VAN WAARDHUIZEN Perceptions of Administrative Autonomy-Support and Teacher Autonomy-Support in Music Education

IRA JENKINS A Shift of Goals and Aims: The American Scholastic Band from 1923 to 1975

THOMAS RYAN FITZSTEPHENS Amateurism in Music Education (1967-2019): An Examination of Three Calls to Action

LUIZ CLAUDIO MARQUES BARCELLOS A Historical Perspective on Dewey's Vision and its Relation to the Study of Popular music in today's classroom

ARTHUR WRIGHT, III An Exploration of Stress Among Band Directors in Georgia

ELISE ALLEN Sisterhood of the Podium: A Study of Successful Female Band Directors

MATT KOPERNIAK & WILLIAM SCHRAMM Repertoire and Male Student Participation in High School Choir: A Phenomenological Inquiry ANITA P. DAVIS, PH.D. Implementing a Culturally-Responsive Preservice Music Teacher Program MYRIAM I. ATHANAS & DR. BRIAN WESOLOWSKI Assessment of High-Quality Feedback: Examining the Accuracy of Pre-Service Music Teachers’ Perceptions of Their Feedback Effectiveness PATRICK K. FREER Why We Sing: Young Adult Men, Peer Support, and Choral Singing in Ecuador MAURICE E. LE FLORE Determining Perception Alignment and Efficacy of Peer and Expert Feedback in an Instrumental Music Teacher Training Course

DR. JEREMY STOVALL & DR. RENEE BAPTISTE Hidden Figures: A Case for Equality and Opportunity in the American Symphony Orchestra LAUREN ELYSSE GARBER Published Research on the Evaluation of Middle and High School Instrumental Teachers, 1907-1927 and 2009-2019: Content, Focus, and Implications for Future Research MICHELLE TEMITAYO ANIKE AMOSU Field Specific New Teacher Mentor Programs in New Teacher Induction Policies: A Historical Literature Analysis KRISSI DAVIS An Examination of Participation Rates of African-American and Latino Students in String Orchestra Programs CHARLES PATTERSON The Inception of Class String Instruction in United States Public Schools

jan 24 // 11:15aM // conference schedule TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C THE MUSIC TECHNOLOGY TEACHER’S SURVIVAL GUIDE

CLINICIAN: HEATH JONES (WWW.MUTECHTEACHERNET.COM) The Music Technology Teacher’s Survival Guide is a new publication by Hal Leonard written by Heath Jones. Learn some key tips, tricks, and resources to help music technology teachers organize their lab, understand key studio concepts and energize students to create music using the studio as a musical instrument.

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TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D TECH TOOLS FOR BUILDING SIGHT READING SKILLS

CLINICIAN: DR. JIM FRANKEL (MUSICFIRST) PRESIDER: CATHERINE KEYSER (FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS) HOST: JANET MONTGOMERY (SWEETWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL) Help your ensembles master this critical skill with sequential, progressive, and responsive exercises. Discover software tools that will build these skills through aural training and increasingly rigorous sight-reading exercises. Use automated assessments to target problem areas and increase your ensemble’s confidence with new repertoire.

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VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY JAZZ ENSEMBLE

DIRECTOR: DAVID SPRINGFIELD PRESIDER: DASHAUN MCGEE (WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: CHRIS HARPER (MARTHA PUCKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL)

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TAYLOR ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL SYMPHONIC BAND

DIRECTORS: ANGELA REYNOLDS & BRANDON SOLOFF PRESIDER: NICHOLAS GAROFALO (CHATTAHOOCHEE HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: CAROLINE GRAFF (TAYLOR ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL)

BAND | ATHENA A/B TAKING THE NEXT STEP: GETTING FROM WHERE YOU ARE TO WHERE YOU WANT TO BE

CLINICIANS: ERIK MASON (MILL CREEK HS BANDS), BRIDGET WILDES (MILL CREEK HS BANDS), NICHOLAS GOLDING (JACKSON COUNTY HS BANDS), DAVID ROTH (KELL HS BANDS), JEFF HARPER (LASSITER HS BANDS) PRESIDER: JACOB WEINSTEIN (TEMPLE HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: AARON GARLAND (RINGGOLD MIDDLE SCHOOL) Three sessions that aim to help every high school band realize their goals and maximize their students’ potential- from developing bands to bands looking to be among America’s best. Practical ideas meet concepts and planning to create a comprehensive indepth experience with something for everyone.

BAND | ATHENA E JUST INTONATION: HELP YOUR ENSEMBLE HEAR AND PLAY BETTER IN TUNE

CLINICIAN: DR. THOMAS BOUGH (NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: CURT KIMBROUGH (TIFT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: KENNETH BEARD (WOODWARD ACADEMY) The skill of LISTENING and ADJUSTING while playing is the mark of all great musicians, and can be developed and improved by players of any age by tuning against a drone. Attendees will witness the demonstration of seven different exercises to help students develop their listening skills while matching pitch.

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CHORAL | ATHENA F WHAT IS MY LGPE SIGHT READING JUDGE THINKING?

CLINICIAN: CHORAL DIVISION ADJUDICATION STANDING COMMITTEE PRESIDER: MARLA BALDWIN (STATE CHORAL CHAIR) HOST: SCOTT MARTIN (STATE CHORAL CHAIR ELECT)

CHORAL | ATHENA I/J VOICE CLASSIFICATION AND REPERTOIRE GUIDELINES FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL CHORUS

CLINICIAN: KAREN GRAFFIUS (UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA) PRESIDER: DR. KEVIN HIBBARD (UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA) HOST: DR. DAWN MCCORD (UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA) This session will offer practical suggestions for working with middle school singers and will include methods for placing both boys and girls in voice parts. Guidelines for choosing appropriate literature will be presented and a list of tried and true middle school repertoire will be included.

COLLEGE | LIGOTTI HALL 1 PLAYING THE LONG GAME: PLANNING BEYOND BEGINNING BAND WITH YOUR BEGINNING BRASS STUDENTS

CLINICIAN: DR. JASON SULLIMAN (TROY UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: JOSH BYRD (UWG) HOST: CALE SELF (UWG) We often teach our beginning brass students how to be successful at beginning band. Will their success scale up? I discuss limitations with common beginner pedagogy based on current scientific discoveries and share tips for educators. These subtle differences will yield surprising results.

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ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA SIGAMÉ MIS AMIGOS/FOLLOW ME MY FRIENDS

CLINICIAN: DR. RENE BOYER (PERIPOLE INC.) PRESIDER: DR. MARCY THURMOND-SIMMONS (BEECHER HILLS AND WEST MANOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS) HOST: HEIDI LONG (COTTON INDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) This session is designed to bridge the gap between Spanish and English speakers in the music classroom. Participants will play instruments, sing, and move to interesting rhythms and harmonies from our Latino culture.

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ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON VOCAL TRANSFORMATION FOR YOUR CHOIRS

CLINICIAN: CHRISTINE BASS (TEMPLE UNIVERISTY) PRESIDER: BRIANNE TURGEON (SPRINGDALE PARK ELEMENTARY) HOST: SABRINA ARMSTER (FICKETT ELEMENTARY) Practical ways to build your choir’s sound, strengthen individual singers while achieving better choral tone and artistry. Techniques for posture, breathing, support, resonance, and articulation. Become the vocal pedagogue your choir needs. Problem solving choral issues, a tested, tried and true ‘bag of tricks’. Repertoire explored that demonstrate these concepts.

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GUITAR | WILLOW “DECODING THE FRET BOARD FOR GUITAR (1ST POSITION AND BEYOND)”

CLINICIAN: CHRISTOPHER J. PEREZ (FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: ASHLEY DRAKE (DULUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) A challenge young guitarists face is making the jump from playing in open position (through the first four frets) to playing in alternate positions. This session share strategies, materials, help demystify the fret-board, and develop reading proficiency on the neck of the guitar. Participants are recommended to bring their guitar.

ORCHESTRA | EMPIRE ROOM KEEPING SCORE - HOW TO MAKE SURE YOUR SCORE STUDY DOESN’T STRIKE OUT

CLINICIAN: BRAD MAFFETT (THE ATHENS SYMPHONY) PRESIDER: JOSH BRYAN (HART COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: CHRIS SAMPSON (FRANKLIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) In this session, we will discuss improving your score study by going away from big circles around a note to using colors to mark your score, including some in-depth items to look for in the score.

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RESEARCH | LIGOTTI HALL 2 2:00 PM

ROUTINIZATION IN THE CLASSROOM: WORKING WITH UNAVOIDABLE CERTAINTIES

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AN EXPERIMENTAL ANALYSIS OF STRESS LEVELS AND MANAGEMENT AMONG UNDERGRADUATE MUSIC STUDENTS

CLINICIAN: AMEDEO TRITTO (UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA) PRESIDER: MONICA TRITTO (GRAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) HOST: JENIFER BEAVER (ARMUCHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) When we respond to a musical situation or to a pupil’s behavior in a routine manner, routinization occurs. Situations may arise in the music classroom where you must think “outside of the box.” This session will focus on how we can go about finding alternative actions to those situations.

CLINICIAN: JEAVANIE DESARMES (KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) Stress is highly prevalent in the lives of musicians, especially at the undergraduate level. The aim of this research was to assess the stress and anxiety levels of undergraduate music students while finding efficient and effective prevention strategies and remedies to alleviate high-stress levels and symptoms.

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C BRINGING YOUR CHROMEBOOKS TO LIFE WITH MUSICFIRST

CLINICIAN: DR. JIM FRANKEL (MUSICFIRST) PRESIDER: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) You have access to Chromebooks - now what? Find out how MusicFirst can bring them to life with interactive content, awardwinning software integrations, and seamless accessibility.

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TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D JUMPING INTO MUSIC TECH WITHOUT DROWNING

CLINICIANS: JODY UNDERWOOD & TIM JOHNSON Music Education is constantly changing. As such, the tools we have to engage students is also in constant flux. Fear not! You don’t have to be a “techno-geek” to utilize these tools. If you are a complete newbie to technology or a seasoned pro, this session will provide insight and support for your program. Veteran Georgia music educator, Tim Johnson, will provide lesson ideas and stories “ from the trenches” as Jody Underwood demonstrates the latest tools to take your program to new heights, including mobile devices, and portable systems.

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jan 24 // 3:15PM // conference schedule BAND | ATHENA A/B THE “HOW TO’S” OF TEACHING BLEND/BALANCE AND EXPRESSION TO THE YOUNG BAND

CLINICIANS: KEVIN JOHNSON (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL), TRAVIS DOWNS (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: AMANDA IRBY (BURNEY HARRIS LYONS MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: ERIN SERRIAN (OGLETHORPE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL) The target audience of this presentation is to band teachers new to the field and those who teach young bands. Attendees will leave the workshop with key words and phrases they can immediately implement in their rehearsal to achieve better tone, intonation and precision.

BAND | ATHENA E IMPROVING PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCE: STRATEGIES FROM A COLLEGIATE PERSPECTIVE

CLINICIAN: RYAN M. SMITH (VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: AVERY SCHULTZ (CHESTNUT LOG MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: QUANEKA CONYERS (CHESTNUT LOG MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session presents strategies to improve percussion ensemble performance at any level from three areas: pre-rehearsal/ performance, in rehearsal/performance, and post rehearsal/performance. While taken from college teaching, the topics covered are based on the observation of all levels of percussion ensemble performance in the states of Georgia, Florida, and Alabama.

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CHORAL | ATHENA F SINGERS, ARISE!

CLINICIAN: ANDY BECK (ALFRED MUSIC) PRESIDER: TODD CENTO (LOPEZ) (EAGLE’S LANDING MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: KAI BASSETT (DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL) Come join fellow choral directors in song as Andy Beck presents exceptional new literature from Alfred Music. Discover solid concert, contest, and popular repertoire designed to bring out the very best in your mixed choral ensembles. A complimentary music packet will be given to each director in attendance.

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CHORAL | ATHENA I/J AUDIENCE ETIQUETTE: HOW TO TAME LARGE AUDIENCES WITH DIGNITY AND PROFESSIONALISM CLINICIAN: BRADLY BUNCE (LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: ERIKKA EDWARDS (CAIRO HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: DR. DEANNA WEBER (LEE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST ) Cell phones and snacking and babies, oh my! Most of us have dealt with poor audience etiquette at one time or another. This session focuses on strategies for transforming your rowdy crowds into a sophisticated group of concert goers.

CNAFME | ATHENA G THE BAND(ORCHESTRA) DIRECTOR IS YOUR FRIEND: BUILDING A COMPREHENSIVE INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC DEPARTMENT CLINICIAN: KRISSI DAVIS PRESIDER: ZION BARNES (CLAYTON STATE) HOST: CLAYTON STATE STUDENTS (CLAYTON STATE)

COLLEGE | LIGOTTI HALL 1 CAN WE TALK?: BRIDGING THE DIVERSITY GAP IN MUSIC CLASSROOMS

CLINICIANS: DAWN HARMON MCCORD (UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA), ROY LEGETTE (UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA) PRESIDER: DANA GORZELANY-MOSTAK (GCSU) HOST: MARIE GRAHAM (UNG) How do we talk about differences we find in our music classroom, e.g., race, gender, sexual orientation? How do we bridge the diversity gap between one another? This session will explore answers that are the foundation for inclusive classrooms valuing the gifts brought from all individuals.

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA UKE AND (YOU CAN) JAM WITH THE BAND! (ALL ABILITY LEVELS)

CLINICIAN: JILL REESE (THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT FREDONIA) PRESIDER: DR. PAULA THOMAS-LEE (CHEATHAM HILL ELEMENTARY) HOST: NATASHA MAZARKY (RABUN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) Use ukulele to explore and develop musicianship while supporting skills and dispositions necessary for lifelong music learning and enjoyment. Learn basic ukulele chords and technique, strategies to support various learners, and technologies to support instruction. Cultivate joy and increase engagement while rocking out (uke-ing out) with everyone’s favorite bands.

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jan 24 // 3:15PM // conference schedule ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON SPIRITUALS, GOSPEL AND MORE! TEACHING MUSIC OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA

CLINICIANS: JOHN LINER (MORTON RANCH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL), MARKEISE RUSSELL (NICHOLAS SENN HIGH SCHOOL), ODELL ZEIGER IV (MT PLEASANT HIGH SCHOOL & EVOLUTIONS HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: BRIANNE TURGEON (SPRINGDALE PARK ELEMENTARY) HOST: ZIPPORAH TAYLOR (WEST ATLANTA CHARTER SCHOOL) From making your group sound authentic, to choosing the right repertoire, this interactive session is for you! Watch, listen, and sing along as the clinicians give proven techniques and recommendations to help your students create genuine performances.

GENERAL | ATHENA H ENGAGING THE NEW GENERATION OF MUSIC STUDENTS

CLINICIAN: JOHANNA ROYO (UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA) PRESIDER: NICOLE GUIMARAES (BRITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) HOST: LAUREN TOLAR (PICKENS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL) This session will focus on the emerging generation of music students and issues arising in modern culture. We will discuss whether current teaching practices are outdated and ways to adapt methodology. This discussion will address value systems, empathy, and ways to engage students.

GUITAR | WILLOW NO GUITAR LEFT BEHIND

CLINICIAN: DR. RICHARD KNEPP (YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE) PRESIDER: ANTHONY BAGLIO (JORDAN MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) The number of middle school guitar programs outweighs the number of high school guitar programs in the state of Georgia. This session explores possibilities for middle school students to continue their musical education on the guitar and discover new forms of artistic expression during their high school years and beyond.

ORCHESTRA | EMPIRE ROOM TEACHING THE LEFTOVERS: STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING & RETAINING STUDENTS NOT IN YOUR TOP ORCHESTRA

CLINICIAN: SARA GRIMES (TEACHING THE LEFTOVERS) PRESIDER: PERRY HOLBROOK (WALTON HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: WILLIAM GRIMES (DICKERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL) In the days where numbers mean everything to allotments, it’s important to retain your lower level players as much as your top players. In the session, we will explore teaching, assessment, and retention strategies for building and maintaining lower level orchestras.

RESEARCH | LIGOTTI HALL 2 3:15 PM

EFFECTS OF FOCUS OF ATTENTION ON VOCAL TONE PRODUCTION AND MUSCLE ACTIVITY

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FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO MALE PARTICIPATION IN CHOIR

CLINICIAN: REBECCA L ATKINS (UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA) PRESIDER: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) Systematic research in skill learning shows that external focus of attention is often more advantageous in learning and performance than internal focus (Wulf, 2013). This research explores the effects of external versus internal focus of attention on vocal tone production and on the efficiency of muscle activity.

CLINICIAN: DR. JARED REGISTER (SAVANNAH ARTS ACADEMY) PRESIDER: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) Many choral ensembles be those school choirs, community, collegiate, or sacred ensembles, experience the effects from low enrollment of male singers at one time or another. From unbalanced sections to the inability to perform certain literature, the effects of gender disparity hinder many choirs to perform at their best. This session will explore current research in the factors contributing to male choral participation.

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C MUSIC TECH ON A SHOESTRING - ONLINE OR FREE SUPPLEMENTS

CLINICIAN: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session will cover a variety of online and free* resources that can be used to supplement your teaching of music technology or other music classes.

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D SOUNDTRAP & NOTEFLIGHT: THE PERFECT PAIR

CLINICIAN: DR. JIM FRANKEL (MUSICFIRST) PRESIDER: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: KYLE VARNER (JONES MIDDLE SCHOOL) Every music student should learn to create and compose music using digital tools. Soundtrap & Noteflight are the best tools for notation and sequencing. They integrate seamlessly with multiple LMS’s, and are accessible from any device, anywhere, any time.

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BAND | ATHENA A/B WINNING RESULTS: DIRECTOR AND ADMINISTRATOR SOLUTIONS

CLINICIANS: JOHN RENFROE (SWEETWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL), JAMES NEBEL (SWEETWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: ARTHUR WRIGHT, III (BERKMAR HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: ANTHONY BROADNAX, JR. (SAVANNAH CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL) Everything You Want to Ask Your Administrator But Are Afraid to Ask: A round-table discussion panel with directors and administrator about finding winning solutions for band and school. Topics will incude: scheduling, evaluations, asking the right questions to garner adminitrative support, collaboration, & Title One.

BAND | ATHENA E WHO AM I? WHO ARE WE? STEPS TO OVERCOMING SOCIETAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN TEACHER AND STUDENT

CLINICIAN: CASEY BAKER (FLOYD MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: GARY GRIBBLE (RETIRED BAND DIRECTOR) HOST: ANDREW COLE (HIGHTOWER TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session explores factors that make or break authentic connections between teachers and students. Current political and social implication make it uncomfortable for even the best allies to speak about economic, age, gender, and race issues; however, when approached from a place of love, we can find common ground.

BAND | OCONEE RIVER BAND NEW MUSIC READING SESSION CLINICIAN: ANDREA STRAUSS

CHORAL | ATHENA F EXPRESSIVITY: WHAT IS IT, AND HOW DO WE TEACH IT?

CLINICIAN: KODY WALLACE (FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: RUSSELL WATKINS (SAVANNAH ARTS ACADEMY) HOST: SHARON COHELEY (MARIST SCHOOL) We can all tell an expressive performance when we see one, but how do we teach expressivity? In this session, we’ll look at what expressivity is, examine the evidence for pedagogies of teaching expressivity in solo and choral performance, and apply best strategies to selected excerpts.

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CHORAL | ATHENA I/J SIGHT-SINGING TEACHING PRACTICES, ASSESSMENTS, AND ATTITUDES AMONG GEORGIA PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL CHORUS TEACHERS

CLINICIAN: DR. ASHLEY WHELCHEL (NORTH HALL HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: DR. KRISTEN DONALDSON (OCONEE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: JENNA COON (NORTH HALL MIDDLE SCHOOL) How do we teach high school sight-singing? What are our favorite tools and approaches? What do we agree or disagree on? Dr. Whelchel addresses these questions and more as she presents the results of a large-scale sight-singing survey conducted during the 2017-2018 academic year. Come join the discussion!

COLLEGE | LIGOTTI HALL 1 THE HIGH ROAD OF CELLO PLAYING: A GUIDE FOR TEACHERS AND CELLISTS OF ALL LEVELS CLINICIAN: DR. STEVEN ELISHA (GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: LARISA ELISHA (GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY) HOST: JOSH BYRD (UWG) The session will give detailed information about playing efficiency, solid technical foundations and injury prevention.

SPONSOR: GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA EMBRACING THE CHANGE: INTEGRATING HIP-HOP INTO ARTS EDUCATION

CLINICIAN: DR. SCOTT BURSTEIN (LITTLE KIDS ROCK) PRESIDER: BRIANNE TURGEON (SPRINGDALE PARK ELEMENTARY) HOST: ASHLEIGH SPATZ (BURGESS-PETERSON ACADEMY) Let’s help teachers get an understanding of hip hop music’s influential voice in education and to identify the positive artists, producers, and sounds. In this session, you will be introduced to writing techniques, culture building activities, and access to an array of artists songs that support a friendly learning environment.

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ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON DRUMS ALIVE DRUMTASTIC: GET MOVING, GET DRUMMING, GET ACTIVE!

CLINICIAN: KELLY JACKSON (CRABAPPLE LANE ELEMENTARY) PRESIDER: EMILY THRELKELD (GARDEN LAKES ELEMENTARY) HOST: VICKY KNOWLES (COMPTON ELEMENTARY) Experience the joy of drumming and movement while improving physical, cognitive, and social/emotional health! Using stability balls and drumsticks, Drums Alive DRUMTASTIC lessons follow a cross-curricular design that ignites creativity, encourages selfexpression, and promotes active engagement. Participate in activities for K-8 and learn how to integrate DRUMTASTIC into your classrooms!

SPONSOR: WEST MUSIC

GENERAL | ATHENA H TIPS ON PLAYING AND TEACHING UKULELE

CLINICIAN: MIKE CHRISTIANSEN (CONSONUS MUSIC) PRESIDER: PAUL MARIMON (MARIETTA HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: MIRIAM HOMILLER (BESSIE L. BAGGETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) In this session material will be presented that will greatly assist in teaching classroom ukulele and/or improving one’s skills. Topics include: what you’ll need to get started, teaching sequential technique and curriculum, teaching accompaniment and solo skills, and repertoire. Participants are encouraged to bring ukuleles to the session.

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GUITAR | WILLOW “CREATING AND MAINTAINING AN ALL-COUNTY AND ALL-STATE GUITAR FESTIVAL”: NUTS AND BOLTS

CLINICIAN: CHRISTOPHER J. PEREZ (FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: DR. DANIEL BOLSHOY (UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA) HOST: JEFF SCHAEFER (TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL) Chris Perez (former OCPS Guitar Chair) will discuss strategies, development, timeline and resources needed to create and maintain a successful All-County and All-State Guitar Festival, from the ground up. Orange County Public Schools (7 Years) and FMEA (10 Years) have successfully hosted All-County and All-State Guitar events.

ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCE

THE CLASSIC CENTER THEATRE SCHWOB PHILHARMONIC

DIRECTOR: PAUL K HOSTETTER PRESIDER: YOUNG KIM (JOHNS CREEK HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: KOJI MORA (HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL)

RESEARCH | LIGOTTI HALL 2 4:30 PM

SISTERHOOD OF THE PODIUM: A STUDY OF SUCCESSFUL FEMALE BAND DIRECTORS

5:00 PM

AN ANALYSIS OF BEGINNING PERCUSSION EDUCATION THROUGH WIND BAND REPERTOIRE AND METHOD BOOKS

CLINICIAN: ELISE NABER ALLEN (JACKSBORO MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) A breakdown of findings in a study of successful female band directors from across the country who teach middle school, high school, college, and have retired. Learn more about the unique situations women band directors face and how we as a community can involve more women.

CLINICIAN: CHRISTOPHER WILSON (SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: MARTIN NORGAARD (GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY) This presentation summarizes the disconnect between what is introduced in level one percussion method books and what is actually required of percussion students in today’s Grade 1 band repertoire. In addition to this summary, pedagogical strategies are provided to the attendees.

RETIRED / RESEARCH | ATHENA G FIRST YEAR MUSIC TEACHER MENTORSHIP PROJECT

CLINICIAN: BENJAMIN HARPER (VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: JOHNNY HALLMAN (WORTH COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: ALAN CARTER (WARE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL) Introduction of a state-wide first year music teacher mentorship pilot program, including goals and desired impact, policies and procedures, and sustainability. Utilizing the experience and expertise of retired music teachers, first year teachers will receive immediate, impactful feedback throughout the school year to grow as musicians and professional educators.

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Friday Evening

PERFORMANCES BAND THE CLASSIC CENTER THEATRE 7:45 PM MILTON HIGH SCHOOL WIND ENSEMBLE DIRECTORS: CHRIS SHUMICK & KEVIN KENNEY PRESIDER: JASON ATHA (PARKVIEW HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: JEREMY FERMIN (VETERANS HIGH SCHOOL)

8:45 PM ATLANTA WIND SYMPHONY

DIRECTORS: DAVID KEHLER, CHRIS SHUMICK, AND TYLER EHRLICH

PRESIDER: AMANDA IRBY (BURNEY HARRIS LYONS MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DASHAUN MCGEE (WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL)

CHORAL FIRST BAPTIST ATHENS 7:30 PM SOUTH FORSYTH MIDDLE SCHOOL CHAMBER CHOIR DIRECTOR: MAXWELL MARSHALL

PRESIDER: ANDREW POOR (SOUTH FORSYTH MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: REGGIE HUMPHREY (LAKESIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL)

8:00 PM THE DAVIDSON CHORALE DIRECTOR: PHILLIP R. STREETMAN

PRESIDER: KATIE B. BENNETT (COLUMBIA MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: PAMELA MCCORKLE (THOMSON HIGH SCHOOL)

8:30 PM GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S CHORUS CLINICIAN: DR. JENNIFER SENGIN

PRESIDER: ERIN LAYTON (MARIETTA MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DR. KRISTEN DONALDSON (OCONEE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL)

REMEMBER TECHNOLOGY VENUE

9:00 PM ALL-COLLEGE CHORUS CONCERT CONDUCTOR: DR. PEARL SHANGKUAN

PRESIDER: DR. IANTHE MARINI (COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY) HOST: SHEAAARON BURNS (LANGFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL)

TWEED RECORDING

130 E Washington St. Athens, GA 30601

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

COMPOSITION COMPETITION RECITAL

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8:45AM AWTREY SYMPHONIC BAND

BAND

PERFORMANCES THE CLASSIC CENTER THEATRE

DIRECTORS: TARA MELVIN & STEPHEN CAGLE PRESIDER: AMANDA IRBY (BURNEY HARRIS LYONS MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: LAWRENCE WILLIAMS (SUMMEORUR MIDDLE SCHOOL)

9:25AM MABRY 7TH AND 8TH GRADE SYMPHONIC BAND DIRECTORS: JILL BARNOCKI & STEPHEN FIELDS PRESIDER: KENZA MURRAY (EBENEZER MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: LISA MCDONALD (EBENEZER MIDDLE SCHOOL)

CHORAL | FIRST BAPTIST ATHENS LGPE REPERTOIRE READING SESSION

CLINICIAN: THOMAS CHAFIN (REPERTOIRE STANDING COMMITTEE) PRESIDER: MARLA BALDWIN (STATE CHORAL CHAIR) HOST: TESS NIELSEN (FREDERICA ACADEMY)

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA GOTTA MOVE!

CLINICIAN: TIFFANY ENGLISH (SUGAR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: AMIE SCHAFF (LAWRENCEVILLE ELEMENTARY) HOST: EMILY THRELKELD (GARDEN LAKES ELEMENTARY) Discover how to increase student engagement in your classroom by incorporating thoughtful, meaningful movement into your teaching. Come learn kid-tested strategies and lessons that will help you be confident in including movement as you facilitate student choice, expression, and musical understanding.

ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON OPEN DOORS, OPEN MINDS – MUSIC ADVOCACY EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR

CLINICIAN: DAVID ROW (WOODSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: MARTI PARKER (SUWANEE ELEMENTARY ) HOST: COLLEEN KINGSTON (HOPE-HILL ELEMENTARY) In this session we’ll explore all the ways to advocate for music education from what you put on your walls to what you program for your concerts. Participants will walk away with ideas for concert themes, bulletin boards, social media, parent communication, MIOSM, and more.

ELEMENTARY / BAND | ATHENA F READY, SET, GROW! ESTABLISHING GREAT HABITS AND HIGH MOTIVATION FOR YOUR BEGINNING BAND STUDENTS

CLINICIANS: VALERIE MORGAN (WOODWARD ACADEMY), KENNY BEARD (WOODWARD ACADEMY) PRESIDER: ALONZO TAYLOR (HERITAGE ACADEMY) This clinic will focus on building solid habits with beginning band students and creating a positive culture from the start in your band program. Successful techniques and strategies will be demonstrated by a small group of young musicians from the Woodward Academy Lower School Band.

ELEMENTARY / CHORAL | ATHENA I/J CRACKING THE CODE WITH KODÁLY: APPLICATIONS OF KODÁLY IN CHORAL REHEARSALS

CLINICIAN: CAROLINE GOLDSTEIN (WEBB BRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: VANESSA EDWARDS (AUTREY MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session will explore some ways to use Kodály-inspired teaching to rejuvenate the choral classroom. We’ll learn tricks for teaching repertoire, games, and folk songs that will build literacy in a dynamic, joyful way!

ELEMENTARY / ORCHESTRA | WILLOW ROCKET SCIENCE, QUANTUM PHYSICS AND BEGINNING STRINGS

CLINICIAN: PAUL D SCOTT (IRELAND DRIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL) This session will reveal strategies of dramatically improving bowing and left hand skills in the first year. Effective, time saving exercises before they pick up the instrument. Bow control, speed, length. left-hand accuracy. Take the mystery out of beginning strings-it doesn’t have to be rocket science or quantum physics.

GENERAL | ATHENA H KEEP ME OUT OF TROUBLE, A LEGAL PRIMER FOR MUSIC EDUCATORS

CLINICIAN: BARRY MORGAN (COBB COUNTY SOLICITOR GENERAL) PRESIDER: ANTHONY ALBERTI (EVANS HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: MICHAEL KOBITO (WOODLAND HIGH SCHOOL) This clinic will focus on the legal issues faced by the music teacher in our current society. Topics included are criminal/civil liability and copyright.

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jan 25 // 8:45AM // conference schedule

OCONEE RIVER

THE WESTMINSTER MIDDLE SCHOOL ORCHESTRA DIRECTORS: BO NA & REBECCA COLBORG FREDERICK PRESIDER: SCOTT STEWART (WESTMINSTER SCHOOLS) HOST: AMY CLEMENT (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL)

ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCE

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C GOOGLE IS MORE THAN A SEARCH ENGINE: USING TECHNOLOGY FOR EVERYDAY TASKS IN YOUR CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: LAWRENCE WILLIAMS (SUMMEROUR MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: RICARDO RODRIGUEZ (SUMMEROUR MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) Many of the tasks we do every day involve technology. Why should teaching be any different? Let’s discuss some useful and practical tools you can use in your classroom to help you with everyday tasks, some of which can get in the way of our goal of teaching and learning.

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D GOOGLE APPS AND THE PERFORMING ENSEMBLE

CLINICIAN: ROSIE RIQUELME (COLLINS HILL HIGH SCHOOL), JAKE HOOD (COLLINS HILL HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) Tired of your thinking “But I teach violin?!” when your administrators push you to use more technology? Rather than thinking that technology isn’t applicable in your area, get excited about finding ways that technology can enrich your class, because Google apps can make your life as performing arts teacher easier!

Saturday Performances CHORAL FIRST BAPTIST ATHENS 10:00AM

SAVANNAH ARTS ACADEMY CANTABILE

DIRECTOR: DR. JARED REGISTER PRESIDER: MR. GIFFORD LOCKLEY (PRINCIPAL OF SAVANNAH ARTS ACADEMY) HOST: CAROLINE R. BOST (HARLEM MIDDLE SCHOOL)

10:30 AM

BUFORD HIGH SCHOOL CHAMBER CHORUS

DIRECTORS: DR. CHRIS FOWLER & TAYLOR GREER PRESIDER: DR. BRIAN WILLIAMS (LASSITER HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: SHELIA GATLIN (UNION GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL)

11:15 AM

ALL-STATE READING CHORUS CONCERT

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BAND | ATHENA A/B TAKING THE NEXT STEP: GETTING FROM WHERE YOU ARE TO WHERE YOU WANT TO BE

CLINICIANS: ERIK MASON (MILL CREEK HS BANDS), BRIDGET WILDES (MILL CREEK HS BANDS), NICHOLAS GOLDING (JACKSON COUNTY HS BANDS), DAVID ROTH (KELL HS BANDS), JEFF HARPER (LASSITER HS BANDS) PRESIDER: JACOB WEINSTEIN (TEMPLE HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: JEREMY RAGAN (SOUTH PAULDING MIDDLE) Three sessions that aim to help every high school band realize their goals and maximize their students’ potential- from developing bands to bands looking to be among America’s best. Practical ideas meet concepts and planning to create a comprehensive indepth experience with something for everyone.

BAND | ATHENA E JAZZ BAND 101

CLINICIANS: JEREMY LUMPKIN (COLLINS HILL HIGH SCHOOL), BRYAN DANIELS (COLLINS HILL HIGH SCHOOL) PRESIDER: JEREMY FERMIN (VETERANS HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: J. MICHAEL CAHAL (MARIETTA HIGH SCHOOL) You don’t have to be a “jazzer” to have a successful middle or high school jazz program! Every director has the already training to accomplish this. Our goal is provide simple methods and tools that are familiar and will aid in the development of your jazz program at any level.

CNAFME | ATHENA G EDTPA LIKE A BOSS: SIMPLE STEPS AND ADVICE ON MAKING THE BEST PORTFOLIO

CLINICIAN: SHELLEY SANDERSON (YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE) PRESIDER: DR. RICHARD BELL (CLAYTON STATE) Does edTPA have you running scared? Have no fear! This session will help get you prepared with simple steps to start taking now to get you prepared to make the best portfolio you can make. Organizational tools and checklists will be shared to bring clarity to a high stress assessment.

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA A MUSICAL AND MEANINGFUL JOURNEY THROUGH CHILDREN’S LITERATURE!

CLINICIAN: MANDY GUNTER (BURNETTE ELEMENTARY) PRESIDER: AMIE SCHAFF (LAWRENCEVILLE ELEMENTARY) HOST: SARAH GRANT (LOWNDES COUNTY SCHOOLS) Come and experience how music and children’s literature combine to enhance a musical experience for children. Participants will engage in children’s literature to create a meaningful connection with literature that involves movement, singing, instrument playing, and improvisation.

ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON TEACHING STUDENTS WITH ADHD, EBD, AND AUTISM: HOW TO MOTIVATE, ENGAGE, AND PROVIDE CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

CLINICIAN: DR. FORREST PARKER (WOODALL GEORGIA NETWORK OF EDUCATIONAL AND THERAPEUTIC SUPPORTS, GNETS) PRESIDER: LUJUANA HAYNES (BOLTON ACADEMY) HOST: JOANNE MAPLES (SPIVEY HALL) Students with disabilities are a growing population in our schools and in our music classrooms. Research has shown that studying music during adolesces greatly helps the brain, particularly for students with ADHD, EBD, and Autism. Learn strategies for effectively teaching these students and turn them into your best musicians.

ELEMENTARY / BAND | ATHENA F THREE R’S FOR A SUCCESSFUL BEGINNING BAND; “READING, RHYTHM, REPETITION.”

CLINICIAN: JOSEPH MCINTYRE (MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD PUBLIC SCHOOLS/ JJM PUBLICATIONS) PRESIDER: ALONZO TAYLOR (HERITAGE ACADEMY) Discover how easy it is to motivate beginning band students from day one. Calling on his experiences as a professional percussionist, composer, and educator, McIntyre has developed a unique method for band, which allows you to focus on fundamental techniques, while students read notation in a unique way.

ELEMENTARY / CHORAL | ATHENA I/J YES! – YOU CAN TAKE YOUR ELEMENTARY CHORUS TO LGPE – HERE’S HOW!

CLINICIAN: DAVID NECHES (RETIRED MUSIC EDUCATOR) PRESIDER: BRIANNE TURGEON (SPRINGDALE PARK ELEMENTARY) HOST: NATASHA MAZARKY (RABUN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) Looking to take your chorus program to the next level? Learn how to successfully participate in LGPE (Large Group Performance Evaluation) with planning tips, techniques and repertoire ideas. Even if you don’t go to LGPE, the topics covered here will help make your chorus program better than ever.

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jan 25 // 10:00AM // conference schedule ELEMENTARY / ORCHESTRA | WILLOW BUY MS. SMITH A PIZZA: SUZUKI BASED STRATEGIES FOR BEGINNING VIOLIN AND ORCHESTRA

CLINICIAN: RACHAEL A. SMITH (THE ACADEMY FOR CLASSICAL EDUCATION) Teaching young children can be rewarding for string teachers when they have the right tools and understand children’s cognitive framework. This session will give teachers new strategies to teach young students and present a variety of resources from the teaching community. Ideas are easily adapted for beginning sixth grade orchestra.

GENERAL | ATHENA H HOW TO SURVIVE YOUR FIRST YEAR OF TEACHING

CLINICIAN: PATRICK MOORE (SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY) PRESIDER: MARIELLE REED (CREEKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: JUSTIN BALLEW (EXCEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY) Teaching is fun but scary as there are many unknowns. The 1st year of teaching can be the most difficult. I will outline ten things to do during the first year of teaching that help you be a success. Topics will include, networking, managing your surroundings, planning ahead, and more.

ORCHESTRA | EMPIRE ROOM BEST PRACTICES IN ADJUDICATION: HOW TO JUDGE PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS AND ALL-STATE AUDITIONS FAIRLY AND EFFECTIVELY MODERATOR: SAM LOWDER (UNION GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL) PRESIDER: CAROLYN LANDREAU (CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: MICHAEL WRIGHT (UNION GROVE HIGH SCHOOL)

This session on “Best Practices in Adjudication” will feature a powerful panel of six strings superstars of strings* providing incredible ideas and amazing advice on effectively and fairly adjudicating All-State auditions, Solo & Ensemble and Large Group Performance Evaluations, and College/University auditions. *The Six Superstars of Strings™ are Richard Bell, Natalie Colbert, Cathie Hudnall, Sydney Mellard, Kathy Saucier, and Bernadette Scruggs

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C MUSIC INDUSTRY PREP: ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET

CLINICIAN: DR. TESS NIELSEN (FREDERICA ACADEMY) PRESIDER: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) This workshop covers the growing trend towards preparing students for allied professions in music business, audio engineering, entertainment industry, songwriting, and music video. For Middle and High School teachers, the session addresses strategies to create and organize relevant Music Industry Prep lessons within existing General music and performance programs.

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D 3 STEPS TO BETTER SIGHT READING WITH SMARTMUSIC

CLINICIANS: MAVIS KALLESTAD (MAKEMUSIC), MIKE GIBSON (MAKEMUSIC) PRESIDER: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) Students who are better sight readers, are also better players. You’ll take a deep dive into SmartMusic’s new Sight Reading Builder & learn how to create an unlimited library of exercises customized for your students’ needs. With in-class activities, at-home practice, and formative assessments, you can track your students’ progress.

SPONSOR: MAKEMUSIC

TECHNOLOGY / GENERAL | LIGOTTI HALL 1 YES, YOU CAN ARRANGE THAT FOR YOUR ENSEMBLE!

CLINICIAN: JOHN MLYNCZAK (NOTEFLIGHT, A HAL LEONARD COMPANY) PRESIDER: J. ANDREW MCMILLEN (FAYETTE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: J. ANDREW MCMILLEN (FAYETTE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) For copyright it is important to understand what you CAN do for your students. Arranging music for your ensembles is possible through several programs, which provide legal options for self publishing and arranging. This session will cover self-publishing, arranging existing works, and the dos and don’ts of copyright.

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ALL-STATE JAZZ ENSEMBLE CONCERT CONDUCTOR: MIKE STEINEL

BAND | ATHENA E TIPS FOR QUICK & EASY INSTRUMENT REPAIR

CLINICIAN: TOM LLINAS (MUSIC & ARTS) PRESIDER: CHRIS HARPER (MARTHA PUCKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) HOST: DASHAUN MCGEE (WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL) Learn to make minor repairs and adjustments to brass and woodwind instruments in the classroom. Diagnose and solve many common problems on your own –and know when to leave the repair to a professional. Receive guidance on stocking your own repair kits with the best tools and supplies

CNAFME | ATHENA G LET’S GET THIS PARTY STARTED!

CLINICIANS: NATALIE MATTSON (TWIN RIVERS MIDDLE SCHOOL), RUTHIE COLEGROVE (WESLEYAN SCHOOL), CAROLINE RENNER (TWIN RIVERS MIDDLE) PRESIDER: RICHARD BELL (CLAYTON STATE) For college students and first year band,chorus,and orchestra directors. Learn from two veteran teachers and a third year teacher how to make your first year a great year. Provided- philosophy,how to get the job,what to do once you get it,and get you started with helpful tools for success!

ELEMENTARY | OLYMPIA MAPS: MUSIC APPLICATION & PRACTICE STATIONS

CLINICIANS: FAYE BOYER (LAKE JOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), BONITA THOMIE (PARKWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: MARILYNN BAILEY (DEERWOOD ACADEMY) HOST: DR. TESS NEILSEN (FREDERICA ACADEMY) Travel to a variety of stations applying and practicing skills learned during the brief mini lesson each day. Grab a passport and journey through an interactive learning experience. Sing, Move, Play instruments, create, analyze, and evaluate Music with tangible, electronic resources.

ELEMENTARY | PARTHENON WANT TO CATCH MORE FISH? USE BETTER BAIT! INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES THAT “HOOK” STUDENTS ON LEARNING!

CLINICIANS: MEGAN ENDICOTT (DOLVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), SUSAN AHMAD (LAKE WINDWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) PRESIDER: VICKY KNOWLES (COMPTON ELEMENTARY) HOST: ASHLEIGH SPATZ (BURGESS PETERSON ACADEMY) Do you find yourself struggling to create multiple learning opportunities that align with your learning target? Ever felt that you just don’t have enough resources? Maybe you need fresh, new ideas! Well, come fishing for strategies that will ensure your planning is intentional and learning is engaging!

ELEMENTARY / BAND | ATHENA F ELEMENTARY BAND DIRECTOR SHARING SESSION

CLINICIANS: JOSEPH MCINTYRE (MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD PUBLIC SCHOOLS/ JJM PUBLICATIONS), VALERIE MORGAN (WOODWARD ACADEMY) PRESIDER: ALONZO TAYLOR (HERITAGE ACADEMY) Open Forum: Discussing common issues encountered in beginning band programs and sharing solutions.

ELEMENTARY / CHORAL | ATHENA I/J HARMONY HANDBOOK: REPERTOIRE AND RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN’S CHOIRS

CLINICIAN: ANDY BECK (ALFRED MUSIC) PRESIDER: ROMONA SMITH (WOODWARD ACADEMY NORTH) HOST: MARTI PARKER (SUWANEE ELEMENTARY) A treasure trove of choral pedagogy! This step-by-step session explores repertoire designed to take beginners from unison to two-part singing, focusing on underlying skills necessary for success. Sing echo, round, and partner songs as benchmarks along the way to full harmony. Complimentary music will be given to directors in attendance.

SPONSOR: ALFRED MUSIC

ELEMENTARY / ORCHESTRA | WILLOW ELEMENTARY ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR SHARING SESSION

CLINICIAN: RACHAEL A. SMITH (THE ACADEMY FOR CLASSICAL EDUCATION) Open Forum: Discussing common issues encountered in beginning orchestra programs and sharing solutions.

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jan 25 // 10:00AM // conference schedule GENERAL | ATHENA H STUFF HAPPENS - REAL SITUATIONS, REAL SOLUTIONS

CLINICIAN: MYRA WHEAT (FULTON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM), MEGAN GIBSON (FULTON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM) PRESIDER: CHANTAE PITTMAN (CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL) HOST: BROOKE VANKEMPEN (DACULA HIGH SCHOOL) We all want to teach music with a minimum of stress, distractions, and interruptions, but stuff happens. This workshop will address all of those occurrences that can disrupt even the best - laid lesson plans. Attendees will learn lots of strategies, original songs, get failproof lessons, and brainstorm solutions together.

OCONEE RIVER

JOHNS CREEK HIGH SCHOOL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

DIRECTOR: YOUNG KIM PRESIDER: DAVID VANDEWALKER (FULTON COUNTY FINE ARTS COORDINATOR) HOST: JAMES BARKET (WEBB BRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL)

ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCE

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA C THE BUSINESS AND CRAFT OF ALL THINGS SOUND

CLINICIANS: ANDREW RATCLIFFE (TWEED RECORDING: AUDIO PRODUCTION ACADEMY), JOHN SNYDER (TWEED RECORDING: AUDIO PRODUCTION ACADEMY), TIM HALL (TWEED RECORDING: AUDIO PRODUCTION ACADEMY) PRESIDER: HEATH JONES (MCCONNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL) Tweed Recording Instructor, Tim Hall, and CEO, Andrew Ratcliffe, discuss audio engineering approaches to studio recording, live sound, film and TV post-production, and music “in the box.” John Snyder discuss the business and legal consequences of producing songs and sound recording copyright, relating to students and teachers.

SPONSOR: TWEED RECORDING: AUDIO PRODUCTION ACADEMY

TECHNOLOGY | ATHENA D MEANINGFUL TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATIONS FOR THE ELEMENTARY MUSIC CLASSROOM

CLINICIAN: ROBIN HODSON (MUSICFIRST) PRESIDER: DAVID DOVER (NORTH GWINNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL) As elementary music educators gain greater access to technology, they’re faced with difficult tasks: discerning which tools are most pedagogically sound & will deliver the most “bang for the back”. Discover a selection of the best music tech you and your students will be excited to use!

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COLLINS HILL

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE DIRECTOR: JAMI’ FENNELL

The Collins Hill percussion section is made up of two classes at the school. The Wind Symphony percussionists learn technique, prepare percussion ensemble literature and are the percussion section for the top two wind ensembles at the school. The percussion techniques class is for the younger students and is solely based on their individual needs. All percussion students participate in the Screaming Eagle Marching band and Collins Hill Indoor drumline.

The REM Cycle.................................................................................................................Dustin Schulze Doors.....................................................................................................................................Dave Hall Fidget.......................................................................................................................Nathan Daughtrey Meanwhile in a Parallel Universe.........................................................................................Jim Casella Dr. Matt Jordan, Soloist

Sharpened Stick.......................................................................................................Brett William Dietz Irish Tune from County Derry................................................Percy A. Grainger, arr. Chalon L. Ragsdale Prelude to Paradise....................................................................................................Jacob Remington

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GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY

JAZZ ENSEMBLE DIRECTOR: DR. RICK MASON

The Georgia Southern Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dr. Rick Mason, provides a venue for qualified musicians to perform jazz in a 19-member big-band. The group performs at least four concerts each year on campus as well as off-campus performances with a repertoire ranging from Big Band Era standards to contemporary styles and original jazz compositions. Each year the Jazz Ensemble performs with world-class guest artists. Guest artists who have performed with the group include Bobby Shew, Tom Bones Malone, Jon Faddis, Byron Stripling, The Eric Mintel Quartet, Harry and Ken Watters. The Jazz Ensembles popular concerts serve to expose listeners throughout southeast Georgia to this authentic American music.

Café Rio……………………………………………………………....................…….David Benoit, arr. Mike Tomaro Ascending……………………………………………………………………….......………………………………Fred Sturm Cherokee……………………………………………………………………..………….Ray Noble, arr. Frank Mantooth Harry Watters, soloist

I Got it Bad (and That Ain’t Good)…………………………….......………….Duke Ellington, arr. Billy Strayhorn Harry Watters, soloist

Hunting Wabbits…………………………………………………..................………………………..Gordon Goodwin Go Tell It On The Mountain………………………....................……………………Traditional, arr. Alan Baylock The Psalmist…………………………………..........................................................………..Kamasi Washington Georgia Southern Jazz Combo

In a Mellow Tone………………………………….......………………………………………………..……Duke Ellington Harry Watters, soloist

Flight of the Bumblebee…………………………...............………Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, arr. Paul Mertha Harry Watters, soloist

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DUTCHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL

WIND SYMPHONY DIRECTORS: WOLSON GUSTAMA & JEFFREY HUGHLEY

The Dutchtown High School Wind Symphony is a consistently Superior-rated ensemble at the Georgia Music Educator Association Large Group Performance Evaluation and other adjudicated events. The ensemble has performed at the Kennesaw State University Concert Band Invitational, the Minority Band Director National Association Concert Band Invitational, the Dixie Classic Grand National Adjudicators Invitational and has been invited to perform in the 2020 Georgia Music Educators Association In-Service Conference as well as the 2020 Music for ALL Southeastern Regional Concert Festival at Georgia State University. Students in the Dutchtown High School Wind Symphony are represented in honor bands and ensembles throughout the state of Georgia.

Panoramic Landscapes…………………………………………………………………....……….......………Tyler Grant Enigma Variations…………………….……………………………………….……..Edward Elgar, trans. Earl Slocum Portrait of a Clown………………………………………………………………....………….………………..Frank Ticheli Michael Simmons, conductor

Dum Spiro Spero…………………………………………………………………......………………………….Chris Pilsner Pantomime……………………………………………………………………………....………………………Phillip Sparke Dr. Demondrae Thurman, soloist | Dr. Jeffrey Hughley, conductor

The Beau Ideal…………………………………………………………………………....……………….John Phillip Sousa Phillip Edwards, conductor

Clarinet Candy………………………………………………………………………………………………..Leroy Anderson Jaylah Dorsey, Tala Lester and Kennedi Clemons, featured clarinetists

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NORTH COBB

WIND SYMPHONY DIRECTORS: SHELDON FRAZIER & SCOTT PANNELL

The North Cobb Band Program was established in 1958 with the building of North Cobb High School in Kennesaw, GA. The band program serves over 300 students through a comprehensive band curriculum with extra-curricular offerings including symphony orchestra, jazz band, various chamber ensembles, and marching band. The Wind Symphony is the most advanced performing group of the band program, earning consistent Superior ratings at the GMEA Large Group Performance Evaluation and has had the honor of being invited to perform at the 2006 and 2012 GMEA State Conference, and the 2019 University of Georgia January Honor Band Festival. North Cobb band students regularly participate in the Georgia Governor’s Honor Program, Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra, Cobb County District Twelve Honor Band and the GMEA All-State Band.

Mt. Everest………………………………………....……………………………………………....……....Rossano Galante Acadiana………………………………………....……………………………………………....…….............Frank Ticheli I. At the Dancehall II. Meditations on a Cajun Ballad III. To Lafayette Song for Lyndsay………………………………………....……………………………………………......Andrew Boysen Diamond Tide………………………………………....……………………………………………....…….........Viet Cuong II. Allegro Scott Pannell, conductor

Folk Dances………………………………………………………………........Dmitri Shostakovich arr. Bob Reynolds

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POPE HIGH SCHOOL

WIND SYMPHONY DIRECTORS: BO SODDERS & JOSH RUDOLPH

Alan C. Pope High School is located in Marietta, Georgia, a community of Cobb County in the northern suburbs of Atlanta.

Pope High School was founded in 1987 in the Cobb County School District, a nationally recognized community for its commitment to, and support of music education programs. The Cobb County School District is the 2nd largest school district in the State of Georgia, servicing 16 high schools, 25 middle schools, and 68 elementary schools. Cobb County Schools have been consistently named a Best 100 Communities for Music in America. The Pope High School Band Program is comprised of three concert bands (Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Symphony), brass methods course, two jazz bands, marching band, percussion and chamber music ensembles. The Pope High School Marching Band was named a recipient of the prestigious Sudler Shield of Marching Excellence by the John Philip Sousa Foundation. The Pope High School Wind Symphony has had a rich tradition of excellence, performing at the GMEA In-Service Conference, Music for All National Concert Band Festival, University of Georgias JanFest, and the Kennesaw State University Concert Band Festival in the recent past.

Innerludes…………………………………………………………...................................……..…………….Dave Hall i.res(pit) Variations on a Shaker Melody………………………………...........................................…….Aaron Copland Innerludes………………………………………………………………............................…………………….Dave Hall V.sara(∞)bande Candide Suite…………………………..........………...............…..…..Leonard Bernstein, arr. Clare Grundman I. The Best of all Possible Worlds II. Westphalia Chorale and Battle Scene III. Auto-Da-Fe (What a Day) IV. Glitter and Be Gay V. Make our Garden Grow Riften Wed………………………………………………………………………………….....….……………….Julie Giroux Joshua Rudolph, conductor

Quartets……………………………………………………………………….……………………………….……Roger Cichy What We Saw There………………………………………………………….......................................………Matt Vu featuring Misnomer | Gary Gribble, guest conductor

A Mother of a Revolution…………………………………………………………………..……………..…Omar Thomas

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HERITAGE

WIND ENSEMBLE DIRECTOR: BLAIR CALLAWAY

The Heritage High School Band was formed in the summer of 2008. The band started with 63 high school students and presently has an enrollment of 200+. The high school band program consists of two concert bands, marching band, pep band, jazz band, winterguard and several small ensembles. The Heritage Band program was a 2018, 2015 and 2012 recipient of the GMEA Exemplary Performance Award. The wind ensemble has received all superior ratings in each of its eleven years.

During this time the band has had 92 Georgia All-State Band members, 11 All-State Jazz Band members and 300 District 7 Honor Band members. The wind ensemble was a featured ensemble at the 2017 Music For All National Concert Band Festival in Indianapolis, IN. The band has also performed at the 2016 University of Alabama Honor Band Festival, 2015 University of Georgia Janfest, 2013 Southeastern United States Honor Band Clinic held at Troy University in Troy, Alabama and the 2011 Loyola University Invitational Concert Band Festival held in New Orleans, Louisiana. Band members have been participants in the NAfME Honor Ensembles and the U. S. Army All-American Marching Band.

Fanfare Hayabusa…………………………………………………………...........................……..Satoshi Yagisawa

Here We Rest………………………….…………………………………..........……........…………....Anthony Barfield Third Symphony, “Finale”…………………….………………………………………….............……….James Barnes Dance the Joy Alive………..........……..........……………………………………………………………..Nicole Piunno Jennifer Hamilton, conductor

Rhapsody for Flute………..........…….........……………………………………………………………….Stephen Bulla Dr. Jeremy Benson, flute

Humoresque……………………………………………………………………………..........……............….Kim Archer Dr. Jeremy Stovall, conductor

The Ramparts………………………………………............................................…….................Claude T. Smith Bill Wynn, conductor | Heritage Chamber Men | Jennifer Hamilton, Director

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VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY

JAZZ ENSEMBLE DIRECTOR: DAVID SPRINGFIELD

The Valdosta State University Jazz Ensemble, directed by David Springfield, is the premier performing ensemble in the Jazz area. The group performs at least four concerts per year with a repertoire ranging from big band era standards to contemporary styles and original compositions. Recent guest artists include vocalist Carmen Bradford; saxophonists Don Braden and Chris Vadala; trumpeter Marvin Stamm; trombonists John Fedchock and David Gibson; drummers Dennis Mackrel and Mike Clark; guitarist Bob Sneider; bassists John Clayton and Chuck Israels; and composer Fred Sturm. The Jazz Ensemble has performed at the Georgia Music Educators In-Service Conference, the North American Saxophone Alliance Southeast Region Conference and at Spivey Hall in Atlanta.

Atchafalaya…………………………………………………………………………………...………………Michael League To Wisdom, The Prize……………………………………………………………………Larry Willis, arr. David Gibson Melt Away/A Time for Love……………………………………………………..Johnny Mandel, arr. John Clayton Bebop Charlie…………………………………………………………….………………………………………Bob Florence Ever After…………………………………………………………………………………………………….David Springfield Don Zentz, tenor saxophone | Bob Greenhaw, conductor

Honeysuckle Rose……………………………………………………………………..…….Fats Waller, arr. Matt Rubin We’ll Love Again……………………………………………...Jay Livingston & Ray Evans, arr. David Springfield My Shining Hour………………………………………......Harold Arlen/Johnny Mercer, arr. David Springfield Carmen Bradford, vocalist

Royal Garden Blues…………………………………………….Clarence & Spencer Williams, arr. Billy Strayhorn

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TAYLOR ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL

SYMPHONIC BAND DIRECTORS: ANGELA REYNOLDS & BRANDON SOLOFF

Taylor Road Middle School is located in northeastern Fulton County in Johns Creek, Georgia. The school opened in 1991 and currently enrolls approximately 1350 students in grades 6 – 8. Nearly 600 students at Taylor Road participate in the band, chorus and orchestra programs. The band program at Taylor Road is directed by Angela Reynolds and Brandon Soloff.

Currently, there are almost 300 students in the band program. Students in both 7th and 8th grades are grouped by ability level forming the Concert and Symphonic Bands. Taylor Road students participate in Jazz Ensemble, Little “Big’ Band, Rialto Jazz for Kids Program through Georgia State University, GMEA Solo and Ensemble, various honor bands and GMEA All State Band. The Taylor Road Bands have consistently earned superior ratings at GMEA District V Large Group Performance Evaluation.

Shimmering Joy....………………………………………………………………………………………………Tyler S Grant Shadow Falls…………………………………………………………………………….…………………………Julie Giroux El Camino Real……………………………………………………………….………Alfred Reed, arr. Robert Longfield Three Ayers from Gloucester………………………………….…………………………………………...Hugh M Stuart II. Ayre for Eventide Quicksilver……………………………………………………………………………………………………..William Owens TUNISIA……………………………………………………………….....……………….Dizzy Gillespie, arr. Kevin Day Commissioned by the Taylor Road Middle School Symphonic Band for the 2020 GMEA In-Service Conference Taylor Road Jazz Little “Big” Band – featured soloists

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MILTON HIGH SCHOOL

WIND ENSEMBLE DIRECTORS: CHRIS SHUMICK & KEVIN KENNEY

Since its founding in 1949, the band program at Milton High School has been an integral part of the school and community and has a decades-long history of excellence. All students are auditioned into three concert band classes or a ninth-grade percussion ensemble that meet daily as part of the academic schedule. After being founded in the fall of 2000, the Milton Wind Ensemble quickly gained a reputation of excellence. Previous invitational performances include the University of Southern Mississippi (2002, 2005), the Southeastern United States Band Clinic (2003), University of South Carolina (2003, 2007, 2015), the Bands of America National Concert Band Festival (2004), the MENC national conference (2006), Columbus State University (2010), the University of Georgia (2003, 2007, 2011, 2018), the University of Alabama (2012, 2019), the Georgia State University Bands of Distinction Clinic (2014), the Georgia Music Educators Association State Conference (2004, 2015), the Kennesaw State University Band Invitational (2016) and the Music for All Southeastern Concert Band Regional Festival (2016). The Milton Band was the recipient of the 2014 Georgia Music Educators Association “Exemplary Performance Award,” in 2015 was named a “commended winner” in the Foundation for Music Education’s Mark of Excellence Awards, and in 2016 was named a southern division “Blue Ribbon Program of Excellence” by the National Band Association.

Fanfare for Athena…………………………...……………….......................................…………..…Tyler S. Grant Fantasia in G Major ……………...................................….…….Johann Sebastian Bach, tr. Goldman/Leist David Vandewalker, conductor

O rose of May………………………….………………………….......….….......….…..........….….Harrison J. Collins Morning Song……………………………….……...………………….......….….......….….......…….......Philip Sparke Featuring horn choir of state-wide collegiate faculty and performers: Georgia State University: Eric Hawkins, Columbus State University: Anne Marie Cherry, Milton High School: Edward Ferguson, Freelance Artist: Julie Gerhardt, Georgia Southern University: Stephanie Furry Mason, Kennesaw State University: Richard Williams, University of Georgia: Jean Martin-Williams & James Naigus

Dragon Rhyme………………….......….….......….….......….…………………………………………….……….Chen Yi II. Energetically

Kevin Kenney, conductor

Kingfishers Catch Fire………………………………………………….......….….......….….......….……..John Mackey I. Following Falls and Falls of Rain II. Kingfishers Catch Fire With antiphonal trumpet players from the Atlanta Trumpet Ensemble

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ATLANTA WIND SYMPHONY DIRECTORS: DAVID KEHLER, CHRIS SHUMICK, AND TYLER EHRLICH

In 1979, a dedicated group of musicians gathered to form a band designed to provide a glimpse of the arts to the community.

They were first known as The North Fulton Community Band, but later evolved into the Atlanta Wind Symphony. Over the past 40 years, this group has become internationally respected for its musical excellence, contribution to music education, and service to the community. Since its inception, the AWS has performed for television, charity benefits, state officials, and presidents in a wide variety of venues, from outdoor parks and civic celebrations to Carnegie Hall. Comprised of more than 60 adult musicians ranging in experience from some of Atlantas finest professional musicians and composers to hobbyists, this group commits to delivering extraordinary performances.

Esprit de Corps...........................................…..................................…..................…..........Robert Jager Symphony No. 6........................................…..................................….......................Vincent Persichetti I. Adagio allegro II. Adagio Sostenuto III. Allegretto IV. Vivace

Notezart............................................................................................................................Cindy McTee Tyler Ehrlich, conductor

Avelynn’s Lullaby...............................................................................................................Joel Puckett Chris Shumick, conductor

Four Scottish Dances...................................................................................Malcolm Arnold, tr. Paynter I. Pesante II. Vivace III. Allegretto IV. Con brio

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AWTREY

SYMPHONIC BAND DIRECTOR: TARA MELVIN & STEPHEN CAGLE

Awtrey Middle School is located right on the border of Kennesaw and Acworth in Cobb County, GA. The Symphonic Band is made up of our top performing 7th and 8th graders. They continually receive Superior Ratings at District LGPE, participate in District Honor Band, are mentors in our “Band Buddies” Program, and perform in our morning Jazz Band.

Shimmering Joy………………...……………………................………………………………………………Tyler Grant American Cameos……………………………………..……………..................……………………………Jay Dawson Byzantine Dances………………………………………………………….....................……Carol Britten Chambers Cecilia Clark, conductor

Digital Prisms…………………………………………..……………………………….................…………….Larry Clark Chorale Elega’nt………………………………………….......................…………………..Elena Roussanova Lucas The Boom Boom Galop………………………………………….....................…………………..Randall Standridge

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MABRY 7TH & 8TH GRADE

SYMPHONIC BAND DIRECTORS: JILL BARNOCKI & STEPHEN FIELDS

Mabry Middle School is located in Marietta. The school is a National Blue Ribbon, a Georgia School of Excellence, as well as has received AdvancED STEM National certification. Bands in the 7th and 8th grades are divided into Symphonic and Intermediate Band that are determined by individual auditions. The Symphonic Band meets together twice a month after school.

The Mabry Symphonic Band has performed at the University of Alabama Middle School Honor Band, MFA Southeastern Regional, University of Georgia’s Mid-Fest, Georgia Music Educator’s Conference, Southeastern United States Band Clinic, and the CBDNA/ NBA Southern Conference. The Mabry Symphonic Band is a recipient of the Georgia Music Educator’s Exemplary Performance Award.

Symphony No. 9 “From the New World”..………………………..............Antonin Dvorak, arr. Larry Daehn Gabriel’s Oboe ……………………………………………..............………Ennio Morricone, arr. Robert Longfield Philip Smith, guest soloist

A Klezmer Karnival ……………………………………….......………………………………………………Philip Sparke Under The Cherry Blossoms ……………………………..............……………………………Randall D. Standridge Dr. Jaclyn Hartenberger, guest conductor

The Raptor Rides The Whale…………………………………………………………..............Andrew David Perkins

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GMEA

ALL-STATE JAZZ ENSEMBLE CONDUCTOR: MIKE STEINEL ORGANIZER: MICHAEL NESTOR

Mike Steinel is Emeritus Professor in the Jazz Studies Division of the College of Music at the University of North Texas. He taught Jazz Improvisation, Pedagogy of Improvisation, and Jazz Trumpet Masterclass. He directed the UNT Jazz Combo Workshop and the UNT Jazz Trumpet Workshop. He has published numerous compositions for jazz ensembles. He is the author of Building A Jazz Vocabulary, Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble, and Essential Standards for Jazz Ensemble. He is a trumpeter, pianist and composer and has numerous recordings to his credit.

Mike Steinel holds a BME degree from Emporia State University and a MME degree from the University of North Texas. An experienced jazz trumpeter, pianist, composer and arranger, Mr. Steinel was jazz artist in residence at Bethel College and was on the faculty of Northern Illinois University before coming to North Texas. He has served on the faculties of the Clark Terry Jazz Camp, the Jamey Aebersold Improvisation Camps, the Saskatchewan Summer Jazz Camp and the University of Missouri Summer Jazz Residency.

Mike has performed as soloist at the MENC and IAJE national conventions and at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic.

His playing experience includes work with Clark Terry, Don Ellis, Bill Evans, Jerry Bergonzi and recordings with the Chicago Jazz Quintet and the Frank Mantooth Big Band. Honors received include an Illinois Arts Council Chairman’s Grant (1985) and a jazz fellowship grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (1987).

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LOVINGGOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

EIGHTH GRADE CHORUS DIRECTOR: CARLA HENRY

The Lovinggood Middle School choral program has strived for excellence since the school opened in August 2006. Its top group, the LMS Eighth Grade Chorus, is a non-auditioned ensemble that enjoys performing a varied repertoire for the West Cobb County community. The Eighth Grade Chorus has consistently received superior ratings at GMEA Large Group Performance Evaluations. Members of the choral program have participated in several GMEA-sponsored events at both the district and state level, including Statewide Sixth Grade Honor Chorus, District XII Honor Chorus and All-State Chorus. Serving over 300 students through choruses in grades 6-8 and various small ensembles, the choral program continues to encourage students to enrich their lives through music.

Gloria In Excelsis Deo from Gloria...............................................Antonio Vivaldi, arr. Sherri Porterfield Zephyr...........................................................................................................................Amy F. Bernon Shenandoah..............................................................................American Folksong, arr. Rollo Dilworth Shelley Ferrell, flute | Mary Vavra, bass | Joseph Heiberger, percussion

Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho.............................................Traditional Spiritual, arr. Andre’ J. Thomas Gamaya.......................................................................................................................Paul John Rudoi

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KENDRICK HIGH SCHOOL

SINGERS DIRECTOR: MATTHEW WHITE

Formed in 2013, the KHS Singers are the premier singing ensemble at Kendrick High School. They consistently receive Superior Ratings at Large Group Performance Evaluation. They are in constant demand around the community. The KHS Singers have won Grand Champion and Sweepstakes Awards for the 6 of the last 8 years at the Southern Star Music Festival in Atlanta, Georgia. They were one of four high school choirs invited to sing for the 100th Birthday Celebration of Robert Shaw in 2016.

Fa Una Canzona………………………………………………………………...………………..…………….Orazio Vecchi Pure Imagination…………………………………………..........……………………………………Matthew D. Nielsen Hymn of Acxiom…………………………………………………...…………………….………………………Vienna Teng I Ain’t Got Long to be Here……………………………………....………………………………………..Mervin Warren Northern Lights…………………………………………………........……………………………………..……..Ola Gjeilo Say What You Need to Say…………………………………………..…………….…..John Mayer, arr. McLaughlin Killing Me Softly………………………………………………………......……………….Roberta Flack, arr. Afro Blue

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SANDY CREEK HIGH SCHOOL

ADVANCED WOMEN’S CHORUS DIRECTOR: VELMA PAGE JENKINS

The Sandy Creek High School Chorus program encompasses the Patriot Singers, Advanced Women’s Chorus, Men’s Ensemble, Intermediate Women’s Chorus, and the Beginning Women’s Chorus. The Advanced Women’s Chorus has a long standing tradition of excellence that dates back to its inception. The ensemble has consistently earned superior ratings at GMEA Large Group Performance Evaluation. Members of this ensemble are selected to participate in District Honor Chorus, All-County Honor Chorus, Spivey Hall Honor Chorus, and All-State Chorus. The ensemble was recently selected to participate at the Clayton State University High School Chorus Festival in the Spring of 2018 and members of this group also performed as one of the selected choirs at Georgia State University’s 2019 Singfest.

Singer’s Prayer………………………….…..………........................……………………....Johnetta Johnson Page Sorida…………...….……………………………………....................Rosephanye Powell, arr. William C. Powell The Fountains Mingle with the River………………………………………....................…………....…Jean Berger And I Can Sing…………………...……………………………………………………...........................…...J.D. Frizzell Alleluia, laus et gloria………………….…………...………………......................…………...……...Tarik O’Regan Invitation to Love………………….….…………………………….....................……………...Marques L.A. Garrett My Soul’s Been Anchored in the Lord.…………..............…………...arr. Moses Hogan, adp. Rollo Dilworth

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SOUTHERN CHORALE DIRECTOR: DR. SHANNON JEFFREYS

Southern Chorale is the premiere choral ensemble of Georgia Southern University and is directed by Dr. Shannon Jeffreys, Associate Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities. Southern Chorale’s membership draws from the most talented vocal students to provide a professional foundation for performance and choral music education majors and a meaningful musical experience for those University students who wish to continue to sing in an elite ensemble. This primarily undergraduate ensemble performs literature from all styles and periods with an emphasis on a cappella repertoire and masterworks with orchestra. In addition to numerous campus and community performances, Southern Chorale has appeared at conferences of the National Collegiate Choral Organization, American Choral Directors Association, and National Association for Music Education. The choir won significant prizes in the Anton Bruckner International Choral Competition in Linz, Austria in 2013 and months later earned the highest score given in Sing ‘N’ Joy International Competition and Festival, winning the Spiritual Category. During the summer of 2016, Chorale won the Grand Prize in the mixed category and the spirituals category at the Laurea Mundi, Budapest. This summer, they received Gold in the Ave Verum ICC in Baden, Austria and Level I Certificate in the International Chamber Choir Competition in Marktoberdorf, Germany. Southern Chorale collaborates with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra and Chorus most recently performing Brahm’s Ein deutches Requiem and is in preparation for Mendelssohn’s Elijah.

Limu, Limu, Lima...............................................................................................arr. Rasmus Kringström O Vos Omnes.....................................................................................................................Paul Mealor Psalm 150 in Grandsire Triples.................................................................................Jaakko Mäntyjärvi There’s a City Called Heaven...........................................................................................Robert E. Page Little Organ Fugue, BWV 578...............................................Johann Sebastian Bach, arr. Ward Swingle Hentakan Jiwa...................................................................................................................Ken Stevens

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SOUTH FORSYTH MIDDLE SCHOOL

CHAMBER CHOIR DIRECTOR: MAXWELL MARSHALL

Chamber Choir is a relatively new, select choral ensemble at South Forsyth Middle School. The schools chorus program began in 2013 with an enrollment of 80 students, which has since grown to over 240 singers in all. Chamber Choir is comprised of just 38 of the best and brightest from the choral program; almost half of its members have been selected to sing in the GMEA All-State Chorus. This group has received superior ratings at Large Group Performance Evaluations singing works from from likes of Narverud, Ramsey, Stroope, and Whitacre. What began as an extracurricular group that met outside of school just once per week will now meet as a regular class beginning this year.

Harvest........................................................................................................................Jacob Narverud My Very Own...................................................................................................................Susan LaBarr Dies Irae...............................................................................................................................Ryan Main Ballade to the Moon...........................................................................................................Daniel Elder Veni, Veni Emmanuel...........................................................................................................John Trotta Usiku Mwema...............................................................................................................Christian Oliver

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THE DAVIDSON CHORALE DIRECTOR: PHILLIP R. STREETMAN

The Davidson Chorale from the John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School in Augusta, GA performs regularly at prestigious events and venues in their home state of Georgia, across the nation, and internationally. Founded in 1981 by the late Kitty Lamb, the Chorale achieved national notoriety under director Dr. James Dunaway, garnering invitations in 2004 and 2005 to appear at the American Choral Directors Association Divisional and National Conventions, as well as performances at the Georgia Music Educators Association conference in 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, and 2012. In 2007, and again in 2008, The Chorale became the first high school ensemble to present a concert on the National Gallery of Art Concert Series in Washington, D. C. Under Mr. Streetmans direction, in 2016, The Chorale toured Ireland performing in Dublin with the distinguished honor to sing for the Low Sunday Mass at historic Christ Church, then to Kilkenny, where Chorale gave an ambassadorial concert to the Mayor and City Council. In 2017, Chorale competed against over 25 choirs in a national choral competition at Walt Disney World and successfully earned superior ratings, won Best in Class and won the National Competition. In 2018, the Chorale toured Spain with a world premiere performance at the beautiful La Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona as well as performing in some of the most beautiful venues from Toledo to Madrid with standing room only performances. In 2020, they were selected to perform at Notre Dame at their Sunday mass in Paris as part of their France/Normandy tour.

Shenandoah ….………………………………………………….…..….......…………Traditional, arr. Derric Johnson Daniel, Servant of the Lord…………………….……………………....Traditional Spiritual, arr. Stacey V. Gibbs There is a Balm in Gilead……………..……………..…………………....Traditional Spiritual, arr. Moses Hogan Zanaiah Billups, soloist

Precious Lord…………………………………………………………………….Thomas A. Dorsey, arr. Arnold Sevier Hallelujah from Mount of Olives…………………………………………………………….…Ludwig van Beethoven

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GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY

WOMEN’S CHORUS DIRECTOR: DR. JENNIFER SENGIN

The Georgia State University Women’s Chorus is the newest choral ensemble at the university and performs throughout the year both on and off campus. Reinstated during the 2018-2019 school year, the membership includes students majoring in fields across the entire university. The ensemble’s mission is to highlight the vast array of repertoire for treble voicing. In addition, the ensemble seeks to promote and feature compositions and poetry by women.

What Happens When a Woman?...............................................Alexandra Olsavsky, arr. By Artemisia Sing, Wearing the Sky....................................................................................................Jake Runestad Tania Maxwell Clements, violin Devin Reid, percussion

Remember the Ladies.......................................................................................................Carol Barnett And Miriam Sang (Shiru L’Adonai).........................................................................Zebulon M. Highben Samuel Potts, Devin Reid, and Nathan Trivers, percussion

Hold Fast to Dreams..........................................................................................................Susan LaBarr Order My Steps..............................................................................................................Glenn Burleigh Morgan Lett and Alexandria Vining, soloists Kevin Allen, drum set

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GMEA

ALL-COLLEGE CHORUS CONDUCTOR: DR. PEARL SHANGKUAN ORGANIZER: IANTHE MARINI | ACCOMPANIST: MAILA SPRINGFIELD

A sought after conductor and clinician all across the United States and internationally, Dr. Pearl Shangkuan is a professor of Music at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where she directs choirs and teaches choral conducting and choral literature. She is also the chorus master (endowed Covenant Chair) of the Grammy-nominated Grand Rapids Symphony. Her performances and preparation of choruses consistently receive outstanding reviews for their combination of precision, artistry and passion. In addition to her Mosaic: the Pearl Shangkuan choral series for earthsongs, she serves as the music editor of the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship choral series, published by GIA. Her choirs have performed at national, division and state conferences of the American Choral Directors Association and other professional music conferences in the United States. Recent conducting engagements took her to Austria, South Africa, Hong Kong, and all across the United States. She has conducted honor choirs for several ACDA divisions and has been a headliner for various ACDA state conferences. She has led performances and given workshops all across the US and in Asia (China, Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong and the Philippines), as well as in Austria, Australia, and Canada.

Dr. Shangkuan has served as guest faculty in prominent professional programs in the US including the Chorus America national conference conducting masterclass and its A Capella Conducting Masterclass, the University of Michigan Choral Conducting Symposium, the Westminster Choir College Summer Session among many others. She has conducted all-state, honor choirs and festivals in numerous states.

She has served on the National Board of the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) as the president of the Central Division (2007-09), and as Michigan ACDA state president (2003-05). Prior to her appointment at Calvin College, Dr. Shangkuan taught at Rutgers University and at the Westminster Conservatory of Music of Rider University in New Jersey.

Recipient of the Grand Rapids YWCA’s Tribute! Award for outstanding professional women, she is also a past recipient of its Woman of Achievement award. Dr. Shangkuan has also served on the national board of the Choristers Guild and the board of the New Jersey Music Teachers Association and the New Jersey ACDA. She is a member of the ACDA (American Choral Directors Association), Chorus America, IFCM (International Federation for Choral Music), and is a member of the Phi Kappa Lambda and Mu Phi Epsilon Music Honor Societies.

A student of pre-eminent American choral conductor and New York Philharmonic chorusmaster Dr. Joseph Flummerfelt, she received a Bachelor of Music in Church Music summa cum laude and Master of Music in Choral Conducting with distinction from Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey, and a DMA in Choral Conducting from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey.

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SAVANNAH ARTS ACADEMY

CANTABILE DIRECTOR: DR. JARED REGISTER

Cantabile is the premiere competition treble choral ensemble of Savannah Arts Academy and is directed by Dr. Jared Register. Cantabile provides its vocal students a pre-professional foundation in choral performance, developing skills they can take with them for further music studies after graduation. The ensemble is made up of junior and senior choral majors, performing literature from all styles and periods with an emphasis on a cappella repertoire and masterworks with orchestra. The choir won significant awards in the Southern Invitational Choral Competition 2017-2018, and recently took first place at Southern Invitational 2019. In addition to numerous campus and community performances, students of Cantabile appear on stage at All-State Chorus, All-State Reading Chorus, GHP, Literary, and NATS events each year.

Jubilate…………………………………………………………………………………………………………Martin Ramroth

The Peace of Wild Things……………………………………………………………………………….........Joan Szymko Laudate Pueri…………………….....……………………………………………………Felix Mendelssohn, ed. LaBarr Dubula…………………………………………………………………………………………………………Stephen Hatfield Louis Desmon, percussion

O Love…………………………………………………..……………………………………………………Elaine Hagenberg Peter Gardner, cello

Ain’t No Grave Can Hold My Body Down…………………………………………....Paul Caldwell & Sean Ivory

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BUFORD HIGH SCHOOL

CHAMBER CHORUS DIRECTORS: DR. CHRIS FOWLER & TAYLOR GREER

The legacy of choral singing at Buford High School spans for decades and continues daily through the music of our three choirs: Bel Canto Chorale, Advanced Freshman Chorus, and Chamber Chorus. The BHS Chamber Chorus is an auditioned group comprised of roughly 50 singers which meet daily and perform advanced music for the high school level and has consistently received superior ratings at GMEAs LGPE in performance and sight reading. It is led by It is led by Dr. Chris Fowler, who is in his 35th year of teaching (28 at BHS), and Mr. Taylor Greer, who was delighted to join the BHS family in 2018. Our members are involved in a variety of individual and group performances annually including regularly scheduled concerts, civic and community functions, seasonal appearances, district Honor Chorus, district Large Group Performance Evaluation, All-State auditions, GHSA Literary Meet, and the annual Spring Variety Show, which has become a school and community tradition. Over the decades, our Choral Music Department has made three GMEA appearances, has performed at the GAEL In-Service Conference, Carnegie Hall, and the Georgia Governors Mansion. The Buford High School Literary Team presently holds the GHSA State Literary Team Championship in Class AAAAA and set the all-time record for most consecutive state wins. Students from this group presently hold the state championships in Girls Solo and Quartet, and hold GHSAs all-time, all-classification record for most consecutive wins in Trio, with seven consecutive state championships.

O Magnum Mysterium…………………………………………………………………………..César Alejandro Carrillo Famine Song…………………………………………………………………………………VIDA, arr. Matthew Culloton Hallelujah from Heavenly Home: Three American Songs…………….……....…………………Shawn Kirchner Good Night, Dear Heart…………………………………………….………………………...………………..Dan Forrest Pie Jesu from Requiem………………………………………………………………………....……………….John Rutter Hope Fowler, soloist

Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal……………………………………...……………………………….…arr. Alice Parker Sleep………………………………………………………………………...………………………………………Eric Whitacre Mosquitoes from Due North…………………………………….……..…………………………...…Stephen Chatman Cindy…………………………………………………………………………..…………...……………….arr. Mack Wilberg

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GMEA

ALL-STATE READING CHORUS CONDUCTOR: JEFFREY BAUMAN ORGANIZER: MICHELLE LEVESQUE | ACCOMPANIST: DR. JANA WILLIAMS

Professor of Music Jeffrey Bauman is the Director of Choral and Vocal Activities at Young Harris College, where he directs Concert Choir and Chamber Choir, teaches applied voice and conducting, and serves as co-coordinator for the Musical Theater Program. Mr. Bauman has an extensive background in both choral and vocal music. Choirs under his direction have sung in some of the greatest European venues, performed for ACDA and GMEA conventions, and regularly tour the U.S. A life member of ACDA, Professor Bauman serves as clinician for choral events throughout Georgia, and is a certified head adjudicator for performance evaluation. Jeff recently served on the national choral advisory council for NAfME, including two years as chair of that committee.

A former NATS winner, Jeff has performed leading roles with Opera South Carolina, Atlanta Lyric Theater, Toledo Opera, and Asheville Lyric Opera. Mr. Bauman remains active as both a singer and director, performing with the Orpheus mens choir, and listing his favorite roles as Emile DeBecque in South Pacific, and the title role in Sweeny Todd. Singers from his voice studio regularly win and place at singing competitions, including three NATS national semi-finalists in 2017. In addition to these responsibilities, Mr. Bauman is the Director of Music at the First United Methodist Church of Union County where he has served for twenty years. He resides in Blairsville with his lovely wife Diane and their four talented children.

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DYNAMIX ORFF ENSEMBLE DIRECTORS: CHELSEA COOK & BRANDON MARSHALL

The Dynamix Orff Ensemble is a 501(c)3 non-profit music organization consisting of racially diverse 3rd to 8th grade xylophonists from an urban low-income school district in the Atlanta Metropolitan area. The organization was established to provide musical training, performance experience and increase self-confidence among students who would not normally receive this opportunity in a public school setting. All student musician recruitment is conducted throughout public schools within Dekalb County, Georgia. In 2012-2016, under the name “Dynamic Dolphins” the group performed at the White House, competed in the Music USA Festivals in Orlando, Florida where they were crowned 1st place winners and instrumental grand champions for 3 consecutive years. They have also made several television appearances including Good Day Atlanta, People 2 People, 11 Alive’s Class Notes and America’s Got Talent. December 2018, Dynamix was selected to perform at the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, Illinois. The Midwest Clinic is the largest music education conference in the world and has showcased the finest performances from ensembles from around the globe for over 70 years. This was a historical event for the Dekalb County School District as Dynamix was the first ensemble selected to perform.

Alumni from this group are actively involved in middle and high school programs where they enjoy music, dance and theater.

American Hoe-Down ……………………………………..…Aaron Copland and Bill Whelan, arr. Chelsea Cook I Dream of Chocolate………………………………..…Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley, arr. Chelsea Cook “A” National Anthem………………………………......….………………arr. Chelsea Cook and Kanisha Howard Cabaret……………………………………………………..........…………John Kander and Fred, arr. Chelsea Cook Bingo…………………………………………………………............………………………………………….Chelsea Cook A Tribute to Earth Wind and Fire………………………………Maurice White, arr. Chelsea Cook and L. Young

Glirossinstrauss……………………………………………………........Glinka, Strauss, Rossini, arr. Chelsea Cook Tsvimborume……………………………………………………………..………African Folk Song, arr. Chelsea Cook

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DULUTH MS

GRADE GUITAR ENSEMBLE DIRECTOR: ASHLEY DRAKE

Duluth Middle School is located in Duluth, Georgia, northeast of Atlanta in Gwinnett County. The school has an enrollment of 1,450 students with over 850 participating in band, chorus, guitar, or orchestra. The guitar program currently has over 240 students enrolled in grades 6-8, under the direction of Ashley Drake. The Duluth Middle School Guitar Program originated as a general music class in 2008, becoming one of the first middle schools in Gwinnett County to offer a performing guitar ensemble. Year-long guitar ensembles were then established in 2012, and today, guitar is a fully established fine art with six year-long classes. In 2014, the DMS Advanced Guitar Ensemble was featured on GCPS TV in the 2014 ArtStage Sounds of the Season program. In 2018, the DMS Advanced Guitar Ensemble performed at the GMEA in-service conference. Continuing our mission to expand our presence in the community, the Duluth Advanced Guitar Ensemble has performed several times at Eddie Owens Red Clay Music Foundry, located in the heart of the Duluth community. The DMS guitar program continues to grow thanks to the addition of guitar programs developing in the elementary feeder schools as well as the on-going support of faculty, staff, and administration of Duluth Middle School. The mission of Duluth Middle School is to inspire all students to achieve academic excellence and to embrace the rigor required to thrive in a global society.

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UGA

GUITAR ENSEMBLE DIRECTOR: DANIEL BOLSHOY

The UGA Guitar Ensemble features guitar majors as well as non-majors studying in one of the programs offered at the Hodgson School of music: at the Undergraduate level, guitarists can choose to major in performance, music education, music composition, music therapy or a general AB music degree, it is also possible to minor in guitar, or participate in the guitar ensemble without majoring in music at all. At the Graduate level, guitarists can pursue performance degrees at the Master and Doctorate levels. The UGA Guitar ensemble performs on campus, as well as throughout the Athens area and around the state.

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Atlanta Festival Academy Dates

July 20-28, 2020 Location

Johns Creek United Methodist Church

Age

Atlanta Festival Academy 9-23 Atlanta Festival Junior Academy 5-8

Instruments

All orchestra instruments (Strings, Woodwind, Brass, Percussion) for AFA AFJA is for violin students age from 5-8 only (limit to 20 spots)

Tuition includes private lessons, masterclasses,

performances, concert tickets, lunch and souve-nirs. Please check AtlantaFestivalAcademy.org for registration information.

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William Pu Music Academy is a premium, conservatory-like music and group lessons on music theory, chamber music and Suzuki program.

Our professional and friendly faculty help our students not only thrive musically, but also inspire our students to reach their highest potentials.

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SIMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

GRADE ORCHESTRA DIRECTORS: DANA TINDALL & JENNIFER MANN

Simpson Middle School, located in Marietta, GA, has a long-standing tradition of excellence in the Fine Arts and was designed as the first STEAM certified middle school in Cobb County. Nearly a third of the student population is enrolled in orchestra classes and in particular, the 8th grade orchestra is consistently awarded many honors including Superior ratings at the Large Group Performance Evaluations and in District based Solo and Ensemble Festival performances. In addition, many of these eighth grade students participate in higher level ensembles such as the Cobb County Honor Orchestra and Georgia All State Orchestra events. The Simpson Middle School orchestra has been invited to perform in many local community events and also has students participate at the Middle School Honors Performance Series at the Royal Festival Hall and at Carnegie Hall. In addition, a large percentage of the 8th grade orchestra is active in the Georgia Youth Symphony and the Tri-M Music Society organization at Simpson. Almost all of the 8th grade orchestra students continue their orchestral training at the high school level, with many being awarded college scholarships in music.

Stone Mountain Stomp...................................................................................................Carl Strommen Conquistador...................................................................................................Deborah Baker Monday English Folk Song..........................................................................................................Terry McQuilkin Sahara Crossing.............................................................................................................Richard Meyer Japanese Lullaby.................................................................................................................Larry Clark It Takes One to Tango....................................................................................................Brian Balmages

Harrison Cook, cello soloist Postcards from Russia............................................................................................Carrie Lane Gruselle

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WHEELER

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA DIRECTORS: DWAYNE WASSON & MARK HOSKINS

The Wheeler High School Orchestra is under the direction of Dwayne Wasson, who was named Director of Orchestras in 2006. The Wheeler Symphony Orchestra is a select ensemble of approximately 100 students at Wheeler High School in Cobb County. The orchestra performs a wide variety of music from traditional to contemporary. Each year, the orchestra performs approximately five concerts. Additionally, the students in the orchestra participate in solo and ensemble, as well as area youth orchestras. The orchestras receive outstanding support from parent volunteers, the Wheeler community, and the administrators at Wheeler. Each year since 2006, the orchestra has received superior ratings at the GMEA Large Group Performance Evaluation. In 2018, the Chamber Orchestra was selected to perform at the GMEA In-Service Conference. Also in 2018, the orchestra performed as a demonstration group at the ASTA National Conference in Atlanta.

Fanfare for the Common Man.......................................................Aaron Copland, arr. Robert Longfield First Essay for Orchestra, Op. 12.....................................................................................Samuel Barber Olivion..........................................................................................................................Astor Piazzolla Rhapsody in Blue................................................................George Gershwin, adapted Jerry Brubaker Dรกnzon No. 2 for Orchestra..........................................................................................Arturo Mรกrquez Smooth........................................................................Itaal Shur and Rob Thomas, arr. Jerry Brubaker

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SCHWOB PHILHARMONIC DIRECTOR: PAUL K HOSTETTER

Acknowledged as one of the finest ensembles in the Southeast, Columbus State University’s Schwob Philharmonic Orchestra presents a rich diversity of orchestral repertoire under the direction of Maestro Paul Hostetter, the Ethel Foley Distinguished Chair in Orchestral Activities. The Philharmonic is comprised of undergraduate and graduate student instrumentalists drawn from 20 countries around the world and it regularly works with guest conductors such as Yoel Levi, David Lockington, Robert Spano, George del Gobbo, and Victor Liva, as well as guest soloists including pianist Jon Kimura Parker, cellist Wendy Warner, Charlie Vernon (Bass Trombonist of the Chicago Symphony), Alexander Kobrin (Van Cliburn Gold Medalist), Henry Kramer (Avery Fischer Career Grant recipient), the French Horn section of the Metropolitan Opera, Marianne Gythfeldt (clarinet soloist), David Krauss (Principal Trumpet of the Metropolitan Opera), and many others.

Capriccio Espagnol.........................................................................................Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov Piano Concerto No. 1........................................................................................Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Allegro con fuoco Dr. Henry Kramer, The L. Rexford Whiddon Distinguished Chair in Piano

Der Rosenkavalier: Suite..............................................................................Richard Strasss (Rodzinski)

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WESTMINSTER

MIDDLE SCHOOL ORCHESTRA DIRECTORS: BO NA & REBECCA COLBORG FREDERICK

The Westminster Schools Orchestra program was established in 1981 by Peg Neuen and has maintained its standing in the school. The program is made up of five performing groups: Allegro and Presto Orchestras (Lower School), Prelude Strings and Junior Chamber Orchestra (Middle School), and Chamber Orchestra (Upper School). Unique to this orchestra program is the chamber music component; all members of the Presto, Prelude, Junior Chamber, and Chamber Orchestras participate in chamber music ensembles. Westminster has been hosting the final auditions for the GMEA All-State Orchestras annually in January. The Junior Chamber Orchestra (JCO) is a very active performing group. In 2016-17, the Orchestra performed in the Georgia Governor’s Mansion holiday performances, within the Westminster community at varying services throughout the year, and as a joint service-learning trip to Walt Disney World and the Orchard Heights Gracious Retirement Living Center.

The JCO has also performed at the High Museum of Art in conjunction with their 2015-16 “Habsburg Splendor” and 2014-15 “Make A Joyful Noise” exhibits. Individuals within the orchestras have excelled as well. Each year, several members of the JCO have participated in the GMEA All-State Orchestras. Last season, members of the JCO performed in the Emory Junior Chamber Orchestra, Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, and Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra. Students also participated in Franklin Pond, Fall Into Spring, and the Emory Youth Chamber Music Program.

The Bachaneer……………………………………………………………………………………....………Jeffrey E. Turner The Blue Danube…………………......……………………………………….……Johanne Strauss Jr., arr. McCashin Minuet in D………………………………………………………………….…...Ludwig van Beethoven, arr. Longfield Concerto in G……………………………………………………………………...……Antonio Vivaldi, arr. Paul Wood Dr. David Starkweather and Jaia Alli, soloists Hailey Culp, harpsichord

Isma’a………………………………………………………………………………….....…………………….Leanne Darling African Adventure…………………………………………………………………………….....………….Robert Sheldon Symphony No. 3 1st movement………………………………………………………………………….....…Beethoven

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JOHNS CREEK HIGH SCHOOL

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR: YOUNG KIM

The Johns Creek High School Orchestral program, in its tenth year, has performed in several prestigious performance venues.

Some of the venues include performing at the prestigious Midwest Clinic--an International Band and Orchestra Conference in Chicago, Illinois (2012 and 2017); invitational performances at the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) In-Service Conference in Savannah, Georgia (2011, 2015); music festivals at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida (2011, 2018); 2012 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., for its Centennial Celebration. The orchestra toured Europe twice (2014, 2019) performing in cities in Italy (Rome, Florence, Assisi, Siena, Padua, Venice);Austria (Vienna, Salzburg); and Czech Republic (Prague). The Johns Creek High School Orchestra received the “Community Service Award” twice from the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce (2010 and 2011) for its services to the community. Some of its community-related services include performing at the “Johns Creek Arts on the Creek” and “Annual Korean Fall Festivals.” The Johns Creek High School Orchestra also received the “GMEA Exemplary Performance Award” in 2017. The orchestra members regularly perform for local and national conventions as well as for various community-related events. In addition, several members of the orchestra perform regularly during weekends at various assisted living homes in the Atlanta area through a club called “Notes of Joy,” which was founded by two of its own students.

Concerto Grosso Op.6 no.5 in D Major………………………………............……………………………G.F. Handel I. Larghetto e staccato II. Allegro IV. Largo V. Allegro

Sweet New Moon……………………………………………………………………….........…………Yukiko Nishimura Timothy Anderson, Guest Conductor

Concert Etude for Solo Trumpet and Strings……………………..........….......……Alexander Goedike/Miller Andrew Wang, Trumpet Soloist | Matt Koperniak, Guest Conductor

Symphony No. 25 in G Minor K.183………………..........……………….…….…...…………………..W.A. Mozart I. Allegro con brio

Holberg Suite……………………………………………………………...…………………….......………… Edvard Grieg IV. Air

String Symphony No. 10 in B Minor…………………………………................……………….Felix Mendelssohn Adagio-Allegro

Selections from Sound of Music……………………....................……Rodgers/Hammerstein, arr. Holcombe Sound of Music Do-Re-Mi My Favorite Things Processional/Maria Climb Every Mountain

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PEARL CORPORATION | 231, 233

GEORGIA AQUARIUM, INC | 221 GEORGIA COLLEGE AND STATE UNIVERSITY | 238 GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC | 340, 342

PERIPOLE, INC. | 527, 529, 531, 533 PHI BETA MU - ZETA CHAPTER | 306 PHI MU ALPHA SINFONIA | 335 PHOTOMATS4U | 240 PIEDMONT COLLEGE | 225, 227 PONCE DE LEON MUSIC CENTER | 333 PORTMAN’S MUSIC, INC | 249, 251

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY | 334, 336, 338

PRESTIGE DIGITAL IMAGING | 300, 302

GEORGIA TECH SCHOOL OF MUSIC | 116

PROFIT PLUS INC | 328

GERMANTOWN VIOLIN COMPANY | 441

QUAVERMUSIC.COM | 140, 142, 241, 243

GIA PUBLICATIONS, INC. / WALTON | 228, 230, 232

REINHARDT UNIVERSITY | 220

GMEA COFFEE BOOTH SPONSORED BY MUSIC & ARTS | 250

ROMEO MUSIC | 131

GMEA COFFEE BOOTH SPONSORED BY STANBURY UNIFORMS | 515

SCHOOL SERVICES, INC. (FUNDRAISING) | 126

GROUP TRAVEL CONSULTANTS | 135 GROUP TRAVEL NETWORK, INC. | 129 GROUP TRAVEL PLANNERS | 226 GUARDIAN MUSIC AND GROUP TRAVEL | 353, 355 HAWAII STATE TOURS | 253

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WEST MUSIC CO | 553, 554, 555

PALMETTO FUNDRAISING | 252

FUNDRAISING WITH SIMPLY SHEETS OF MOBILE | 202

GBC FUNDRAISING | 204

WENGER CORPORATION | 408

OZARK LOLLIPOPS | 120 PATRIOTS POINT NAVAL & MARITIME MUSEUM | 535

GATEWAY MUSIC FESTIVALS & TOURS | 343

WARBURTON MUSIC PRODUCTS | 546

ORLANDOFEST | 235

FRUHAUF UNIFORMS/MARCHMASTER | 308

GADSDEN MUSIC COMPANY | 208

TWEED RECORDING | 522

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SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS | 530, 532 SCOTT BROWN FUNDRAISING/OTIS SPUNKMEYER | 414 SEWANEE SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL | 519 SIMPLY SHEETS FUNDRAISING, LLC | 405 SNAP!RAISE | 141 SOUTHERN STAR MUSIC FESTIVAL | 416

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