2019-20 Spring, Issue 1- Soul Stories

Mater Dei Dance Program Presents:

SPRING 2019-20, ISSUE 2

MONARCH

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Patrons of the Arts

Drew & Corinne Adams

The Goodkind Family

The Ambrose Family

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Gustavo Guillen

The Menzia Family

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The Shepherd Family

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Dana Barton

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The Curley Family

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The Delfin Family

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Carie Ross

Warnock Family

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The Ludovico Family

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We Are Eternally Grateful to the Patrons Above for Their Support Over the Years — 2

You Ignite Our Artistry

With gratitude and admiration, we acknowledge

MRS. DARLENE SHILEY & THE SHILEY FOUNDATION For her continued support of the Arts at Mater Dei High School.

Thank you for paving the way for young artists to shine.

MAY OUR PERFORMANCES EQUALLY MATCH YOUR GENEROSITY.

Our deepest gratitude to Mrs. Darlene Shiley and the Shiley Foundation for their generosity in underwriting this show.

We are so grateful for your unwavering support of the Performing Arts at Mater Dei High School!

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INSIDE

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2019-20 ISSUE 2

2019-2020 Season Schedule........................................ 5 Monarch Masterpiece.................................................. 7 Letters from Our President & Principal....................... 8 Letter from the Director............................................ 10 Soul Stories Sponsors................................................ 11

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Soul Stories Program................................................. 12

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Seasonal Spotlight..................................................... 20

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Performing Arts Faculty and Staff............................. 22

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Dear Friends of Mater Dei Performing Arts, Welcome to the 2020 Performing Arts Season.

Our school theme this year is “Sharing the Spirit”. Our MDHS administration, faculty, staff and student leadership are working together to inspire all of our students to “be the light” of integrity and respect as a young man or woman of service to others. In the beautiful tradition of Honor, Glory and Love, we encourage all of you to support our Monarchs with great pride and spirit.

We thank and salute our Performing Arts Executive Director Mr. Scott Melvin, Director of Choral & Vocal Music Mrs. Jodi Reed, Director of Theater Mrs. Lissa Slay, Director of Instrumental Music Mr. Fernando Martinez, Director of Dance Ms. Kristina Marquez and Song Coach Mrs. Aubrey Price and the other members of the Performing Arts Department Staff for their dedication, diligence and skill in the preparation of our Performing Arts 2020 season. Thank you to the students who perform with such skill, passion and enthusiasm at so many MDHS events and functions. A sincere thank you to the tremendous Monarch Den of parents, alumni, benefactors and friends who continue to faithfully support the Mater Dei Performing Arts programs year in and year out.

Finally, we wish good luck and Godspeed to all of our Performing Arts students who represent our great school with such Honor, Glory and Love. We hope and pray for successful performances and that you all achieve your personal and group performance goals this season.

Our Lady Queen of Peace and Victory: Pray for Us!

Fr. Steve Sallot President, MDHS

Dear Students, Parents and Alumni, Welcome to the 2019-2020 school year with the theme of Be the Light. In what better way can we Dear Students, Parents, and Alumni, share the light of Christ at MDHS than through Honor, Glory, Love in the Performing Arts. Our students to arethe skilled and talented all areas of the Artsofand they bring love, joy and beauty Welcome 2018-2019 schoolinyear with the theme Sharing the Spirit.

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Directors of each program for their outstanding commitment and dedication to our student artists.

I congratulate and thank our Executive Director of Performing Arts, Mr. Scott Melvin and the The opportunities which you provide are instrumental in the development of students’ skills and Directors of each program for their outstanding commitment and dedication to our student talents in the Arts. Thank you to all parents who volunteer in support of these outstanding Arts artists. The opportunities, which you provide, are instrumental in the development of students’ programs. skills and talents in the Arts. Thank you to all parents who volunteer in support of these outstanding Arts programs.

As the year unfolds, we look forward to the Band, Choir, Color Guard, Comedy, Dance, Guitar, Handbells, Hip Hop,we Song, Theatre in which our Comedy, student artists will perform.

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To everyone involved in the Performing Arts, God’s blessings on each and every performance and To everyone Be involved in the Performing God’s eachinand every performance. remember, the Light of Christ to all Arts, people with blessings whom youon come contact.

FrancesClare Clare Frances Principal PrincipalMDHS MDHS

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THANK YOU

The Performing Arts Department would like to sincerely thank Mr. Patrick Murphy, former President of Mater Dei High School, for his years of unending support.

Although you will be greatly missed at our school as you continue on a new chapter in your life, you remain in our hearts a true Patron of the Mater Dei Arts.

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LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR

Welcome to Mater Dei Dance Program’s Spring Dance Concert: SOUL STORIES. The 2019/2020 season has brought the program many new additions, from support staff to course offerings. We premiered our first ever All Female Hip Hop Team this year, under the brilliant direction of Mrs. Essence Jasperse. We are thrilled by the reception of this new team and look forward to the growth of this aspect of the program.

With the gracious support of the Mater Dei administration, we were also able to add two full periods of Yoga classes into our curriculum. It has been a joy to teach alongside Ms. Jackie Hamilton in the development of this course, which has served over 65 Mater Dei students in both the physical & mental aspects of traditional Yogic practices. We also welcomed All Male Hip Hop Coach, Kai Cameron as well as Dance Assistant, Sara Gentile to our growing coaching staff. They both have brought a level of talent, professionalism and passion that has enhanced the program exponentially.

In the Fall, we implemented our Master Class series, which allowed the talents of industry professionals to work directly not only with our students, but with participants from the local community as well. This year’s guest artists ranged from the L.A. based break-dancing duo “Jay Brothers” & current USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance Senior, Zackary Torres, to Orange County based artists such as Jace Zeimantz, Rochelle Mapes, & Tyson Garner. The Spring semester was complete with competitions & special events such as Nike Extravaganza and the All School Auction. As we look ahead to Summer, we are thrilled to share that we will be traveling to London as part of our Summer Educational Series! Students will participate in a two-day dance science intensive at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music & Dance, see shows on the West End, attend classes at local dance studios, and experience the role of arts & culture beyond Orange County.

But for tonight, we will highlight the many talents of our talented Dance Program students. For some, it will be their premiere experience performing for an audience. For others, it will serve as an emotional culmination of nearly a year’s worth of rehearsals, rallies, competitions, off-campus performances, and the like. From our Dance Elective students, to our Team members, we truly hope you are able to connect with the Soul Stories presented here tonight.

Tonight’s production could not have been made possible without support from the following people, whom I would like to personally thank: The Mater Dei Dance families for their continued enthusiasm, helpfulness, and love that has carried me through the year. Mr. Scott Melvin, for your consistent leadership and openness to bringing my visions to fruition. Mrs. Marisa Winch, for your tireless efforts in keeping the wheels of this operation turning. To the Coaching staff, for your commitment to excellence in all things from choreography to student wellbeing. The Mater Dei administration, for their continued belief in this program and support of the transformational power of the arts. And to my family: Thank you for never questioning my passion and desire to design my dreams through dance. The confidence you instilled in me to follow my unique path is what I hope to pass along to my students, in whatever vocation they may choose.

And with that, sit back, relax, and enjoy Mater Dei Dance Program’s Spring Dance Concert: SOUL STORIES. Sincerely in Mater Dei, Kristina Marquez, Director of Dance Programs

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SOUL STORIES SPONSORS

THROUGH THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF THE BELOW PATRONS, THE DANCE PROGRAM IS ABLE TO PROVIDE MATER DEI HIGH SCHOOL DANCERS WITH INDUSTRY-RECOGNIZED INSTRUCTORS & CHOREOGRAPHERS, PROFESSIONAL EVENT SUPPORT AND MORE. We thank the following sponsors for their dedication to the Arts:

Soloist $2,000 (premier sponsor) Gregor Family

Pas de Deux $1,000 Lyon Air Museum Solis Investigations

Ensemble $500 Salcedo Family

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS MD PRESIDENT.............................................................................. Fr. Steve Sallot ‘72 MD PRINCIPAL................................................................................ Ms. Frances Clare VP BUSINESS SERVICES....................................................................... Mr. Dave Taylor VP ADVANCEMENT..........................................................................Mrs. Erica Adams MD ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS..................................................... Mrs. Geri Campeau ‘87

Mrs. Audrey Ganey

Mr. Miguel Gutierrez EXEC. DIRECTOR, PERFORMING ARTS...................................................Mr. Scott Melvin PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT............................. Mrs. Marisa Winch ‘96

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SOUL STORIES

2020

END OF TIME

Choreography: Maddie Zolnay Music: “End of Time” by Beyoncé Dancers: Sophie Bartlett, Danielle Bonada, Payton Curley, Francesca Darmiento, Sophia Fawaz, Elle Fletcher, Kelton Gregor, Angelina Lyon, Lauren McGrath, Katie Murillo, Katy Niccol, Rory Pagel, Tiara Quidachay, Kelley Rood, Mia Roselli, Talia Solis, Leah Von Rotz, Leah Weigand, Emma Zebrowski

FAST AS YOU CAN Choreography: Katie Withrow Music: “Fast As You Can” by Fiona Apple Dancer: Katy Niccol

RESCUE Choreography: Katie Withrow Music: “Rescue” by Lauren Daigle Dancer: Emma Zebrowski

MUTATE Choreography: Essence Florie Jasperse Music:”Bola Rebola” by Trop Killaz, J. Balvan & Anitta, “Alive” by Lil Jon, “Mutate” by Sidney Samson & Lil Jon Dancers: Ava Christiansen, Victoria Franco, Giuliana Haug, Fiona Hernandez, Olivia Langford, Kyla Martinez, Ava McConnell, Faith McGrath, Madison Santley, Sofia Topete

ALL THAT I KNOW Choreography: Erik Sosa Music: “Keep Breathing” by Ingrid Michaelson Dancers: Danielle Bonada, Tiara Quidachay, Kelley Rood, Mia Roselli, Talia Solis

TUMULTUOUS Choreography: Katie Withrow Music: “Tumultuous” by Nguzunguzu Dancer: Angelina Lyon

FADE AWAY Choreography: Katie Murillo Music: “Fade Away” by Tom Walker Dancer: Katie Murillo

KENDRICK CONTINUED Choreography: Dante Casarin & Michael Lee Music: “Maad City” by Kendrick Lamar & “XXX” by Kendrick Lamar Dancers: Dante Casarin, Jeremy De La Torre, Michael Lee, William Ludovico, Jonathan Phu, John Riss, Louis Salcedo, Julian Vazquez

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ONE AND ONLY Choreography: Nadia Leonardi Music: “One And Only” by Adele Dancer: Kelley Rood

ESCALATE Choreography: Paige Ortiz Music: “Escalate” by Tsar B Dancer: Tiara Quidachay

RITMO Choreography: Essence Florie Jasperse Music: “Ritmo” by The Black Eyed Peas & J. Balvan & “Que Calor” by J. Balvan feat. El Alfa Dancers: Chelsea Ateagar, Minh Bui, Natalie Coffeen, Gabriella Costa, Jenessa Gomez, Emily Higgins, Joe Joaquin, Caroline Knox, Kornelia Matuszak, Makenzie McKnight, Hannah Montgomery, Keilah Mora, Chloe Nguyen, Catherine Phung, Alexis Rosol, Ruby Ruiz, Karla Sanchez, Skyler Smith, Brielle Sumait, Katie Tran, Jacqueline Wang, Annie Xu, Olivia Xue, Hannah Zeng, Mia Zhou

PYRAMIDS Choreography: Dante Casarin & Kai Cameron Music: “Pyramids” by Frank Ocean Dancer: Dante Casarin

KILL THIS LOVE Choreography: Kristina Marquez Music: “Kill This Love” by BlackPink Dancers: Danielle Bonada, Angelina Lyon, Katie Murillo, Katy Niccol, Tiara Quidachay, Kelley Rood, Mia Roseilli, Talia Solis, Emma Zebrowski

INTERMISSION ROCK IT Choreography: Sara Gentile Music: “Rock It” by Ofenbach Dancers: Danielle Bonada, Angelina Lyon, Katie Murillo, Katy Niccol, Tiara Quidachay, Kelley Rood, Talia Solis, Emma Zebrowski

MINI MONARCH ROUTINE

(Sunday Evening Only)

Kid’s Clinic Participants

I FOUND Choreography: Essence Florie Jasperse Music: “I Found” by Amber Run Dancers: Vera Allen, Lily Barcelo, KitKat Brown, Samantha Gonzalez, Lauren Heald, Willow Laws, Emily Matthews, Avery Pesko, Bridget Phillips, Rachael Ranney, Natalie Reif, Morgan Straszewski, Kailia Utley, Annie Vu, Meghan White

THE ONLY ONE Choreography: Brian Golden Music: “Fade 2 Blaq” by Abra Dancer: Talia Solis

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BANG BANG Choreography: Natalie Jameson Music: “Bang Bang” by Daniela Andrade Dancer: Danielle Bonada

CARRY YOU Choreography: Brittany Keife Music: “Carry You” by Ruelle Dancers: Sophie Bartlett, Payton Curley, Francesca Darmiento, Sophia Fawaz, Elle Fletcher, Kelton Gregor, Lauren McGrath, Rory Pagel, Leah Von Rotz, Leah Weigand

& BURN Choreography: Nicole Hogg Music: “&burn” by Billie Eilish Dancers: Danielle Bonada, Dante Casarin, Angelina Lyon, Katie Murillo, Katy Niccol, Tiara Quidachay, Kelley Rood, Talia Solis, Emma Zebrowski

MATER DEI ATHLETE ROUTINE Choreography: Ava Christiansen, Fiona Hernandez & Maddy Santley Music: Various Dancers: Cole Cristostomo, Julio Delgado, Dutch Dietrick, Jack Dreyfuss, Rohan Duong, Grant Elsenpeter , Dylan Lin, Chris Mazzuckis, Jackson Mckinney, Turner Mills, Kaden Minter, Rehn Palmquist, Jeffrey Pettersen, Kevin Rood, Dylan Smith, Sean Turk, Henry Watermen, Zach Wright

THOU SHALL SAY MY NAME Choreography: Essence Florie Jasperse Music: “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani, “Independent Woman” by Destiny’s Child, “Fergalicious” by Fergie, “Milkshake” by Kelis, & “Loose Control” by Missy Elliott Dancers: Ava Christiansen, Victoria Franco, Giuliana Haug, Fiona Hernandez, Olivia Langford, Kyla Martinez, Ava McConnell, Faith McGrath, Madison Santley, Sofia Topete

WATER ME Choreography: Marlena Arellano Music: Water Me by FKA Twigs Dancers: Danielle Bonada, Angelina Lyon, Katie Murillo, Katy Niccol, Tiara Quidachay, Kelley Rood, Mia Roseilli, Talia Solis, Emma Zebrowski

EXODUS Choreography: Kai Cameron, Goose Polanco & Dante Casarin

Music: “I Love” by Joyner Lucas, “Game Over” by Ivory, “Dem Beats” by Todrick Hall, “Who Am I?” by Beenie Man, & “Use This Gospel” by Kanye West Dancers:

Dante Casarin, Jeremy De La Torre, Michael Lee, William Ludovico, Jonathan Phu, John Riss, Louis Salcedo, Julian Vazquez

FINALE

All Mater Dei Dance Program Students

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SOUL STORIES CAST Director: Kristina Marquez Coaches: Essence Jasperse, Sara Gentile & Kai Cameron

DANCE TEAM

DANCE 2-3

Sophie Bartlett Danielle Bonada Payton Curley Francesca Darmiento Sophia Fawaz Elle Fletcher Kelton Gregor Angelina Lyon Lauren McGrath

Vera Allen Lily Barcelo KitKat Brown Samantha Gonzalez Lauren Heald Willow Laws Emily Matthews Avery Pesko Bridget Phillips

Katie Murillo Katy Niccol Rory Pagel Tiara Quidachay Kelley Rood Mia Roselli Talia Solis Leah Von Rotz Leah Weigand Emma Zebrowski

Rachael Ranney Natalie Reif Morgan Straszewski Kailia Utley Annie Vu Meghan White

ALL FEMALE HIP HOP TEAM Ava Christiansen Victoria Franco Giuliana Haug Fiona Hernandez Olivia Langford Kyla Martinez Ava McConnell Faith McGrath Madison Santley Sofia Topete

ALL MALE HIP HOP TEAM Dante Casarin Jeremy De La Torre Michael Lee William Ludovico Jonathan Phu John Riss Louis Salcedo Julian Vazquez

DANCE 1 Chelsea Ateagar Minh Bui Natalie Coffeen Gabriella Costa Jenessa Gomez Emily Higgins Joe Joaquin Caroline Knox Kornelia Matuszak Makenzie McKnight Hannah Montgomery Keilah Mora Chloe Nguyen Catherine Phung Alexis Rosol Ruby Ruiz Karla Sanchez Skyler Smith Brielle Sumait Katie Tran Jacqueline Wang Annie Xu Olivia Xue Hannah Zeng Mia Zhou

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K AT Y We are so proud of you!

We know you will shine in your first Mater Dei show!

Love, Mom, Dad, Katy, Andrew, and Lucky

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DANCE SEASONAL SPOTLIGHT

For 10 days this summer, members of our Mater Dei Dance Program will travel to London to get a different perspective of dance culture abroad. “Students will gain exposure into the arts culture beyond Orange County,” says Mater Dei Director of Dance, Ms. Kristina Marquez. Among other dance activities scheduled, students will participate in a two-day Dance Science Intensive, hosted by Ms. Marquez’ alma mater, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music & Dance in London. In doing so, they will gain access to cutting edge equipment, facilities & faculty members who will illuminate career options in the sports & dance medicine fields as well as enhance their overall knowledge of the dance world.

Senior Talia Solis and sophomores Kelley Rood & Angelina Lyon gave us insight as to what they expect to gain from this cultural and academic adventure.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO ON THIS TRIP? Rood: Overall, I am most looking forward to expanding my horizons during this trip. I cannot wait to try new things, take risks, and experience unique opportunities.

HAVE YOU EVER STUDIED DANCE INTERNATIONALLY BEFORE? Lyon: I have studied dance internationally once in Switzerland. It was a great experience for me, and I hope I will receive the same impact from this trip.

Rood: I have never studied dance internationally before, and I am beyond excited to do so for the first time!

Solis: I studied dance internationally [on our team trip] last year in Cabo San Lucas at Gala de Danza. It was one of the most fulfilling experiences for me because it helped me appreciate the universality of dance. Because of the language barrier, love of dance was almost everyone’s only common trait. I was able to create lasting friendships and memories with the dancers there, even without being able to verbally communicate with them.

LEARNING FROM THE CLASSES AT TRINITY LABAN AND THE LOCAL DANCE STUDIOS? Lyon: I am looking forward to learning to push my limits when dancing and going out of my comfort zone.

Rood: I am looking forward to learn all about dance science and injury prevention because they are two topics that I believe are necessary to deeply understand in order to fulfill a healthy, successful career. I am also really looking forward to taking classes at the local dance studios to get a glimpse into styles that are new and different than what I am used to at my home studio.

HOW DO YOU THINK THIS TRIP WILL IMPACT YOUR DANCE EDUCATION? Solis: I think this trip will allow me to dance to the best of my ability by utilizing the science behind it and teach me how to protect my body as a dancer. This trip will give me insight into various cultures and differences in the dance world. I am excited to expand my knowledge and appreciate new cultures.

Lyon: I think this trip will expose me to new views of dance and different ways of thinking about my movement.

WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO GAIN FROM THIS EXPERIENCE? Solis: I’m looking forward to being able to understand the science behind what I do almost every day and to broaden my knowledge of dance science. Develop friendships with the dancers in London. I love learning about similarities and differences of life in different parts of the world.

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WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO

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Let them praise His name with dancing Congratulations!

We are are so so Congratulations!

We proud of of you you and and all all you you have have proud accomplished during your your ~Psalm 149:3 accomplished during years at St. Angela. We are Danielle, Danielle,

years at St. Angela. We are certain that that you you will will continue continue certain to shine shine at at Mater Mater Dei, Dei, and and look look to forward to to all all the the memories memories forward you will will create create and and achieve achieve you over the the next next four four years years just just over like the the wonderful wonderful memories memories like you take take with with you you from from this this you amazing school school that that helped helped amazing build your your character character and and build allowed you you to to grow grow into into allowed the remarkable remarkable person person you you the Danielle, are. We We love love you you and and wish wish are. youathe the bestshow! always, Have great We love you. you best always, Mom & Dad Mom, Dad & Anthony

Be an individual.

Be an individual.

Take risks.

Take risks.

Be spontaneous and Be spontaneous and imaginative. imaginative.

Have integrity in all you do.

Have integrity in all you do.

Make a difference.

Make a difference.

Be an individual.

Take risks.

Be spontaneous and imaginative.

Have integrity in all you do.

Make a difference.

Mom, Dad & Anthony

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them with fresh, quality meals throughout their performance season.”

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PERFORMING ARTS

2019 2020

LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

It is my sincere pleasure to welcome you to what promises to be a year full of beauty, a year full of dialogue, a year full of joy. Through dance and song, the visual and aural, and playing in every sense of the word, it is our hope that you may quiet the cares of a noisy world behind and find peace in our halls. It is our mission here in the arts to empower ambassadors of change through artistic expression, engaging our community to experience, reflect and react. Just as a kaleidoscope, we pray our events shift the lens of your perception, adding new opportunities to wonder and dream. And as we dream of the imminent construction of the Monarch Masterpiece, our new home for the performing arts, we give thanks for the countless patrons, alumni, grandparents and all who support our young artists down the path of excellence. They perform for you, they bring their greatest for you - thank you for being that stimulus for success.

If there is one word that defines our Mater Dei community, it is Family; and as the Kooky Cast sings, "It's family first, and family last, and family by and by," we are reminded of this great love and support. We all bring special gifts to the table, creating the beautiful fabric which envelops us all, and this is the great power of the arts. Full disclosure, we guarantee this night to be a hauntingly grand time - enjoy!

Mr. Scott Melvin Executive Director, Performing Arts

CHORAL & VOCAL MUSIC

Jodi Reed

Director of Choral and Vocal Music

Amanda Bistolfo

Associate Director of Choral and Vocal Music

Stefan Miller

Vocal Conservatory Director

Andrea Fouts

Kent Helwig

Vocal Instructor

Collaborative Pianist

Fatima Rizvi

Tyler Wolsten

Vocal Instructor

Anna Kietzman

Vocal Instructor

DANCE

Kristina Marquez Director of Dance

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Essence Jasperse

Kai Cameron

Dance Instructor; All Male Hip Hop Coach All Female Hip Hop Coach

Sara Gentile

Dance Assistant

Vocal Instructor

FACULTY & STAFF INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

Fernando Martinez Director of Instrumental Music

Taylor Smith

Associate Director of Instrumental Music; Director of Music Academy

Matthew Lopez

Music Academy Staff; Flute Instructor

Kaho Akiya

Colorguard Instructor

Ken Parker

Guitar Instructor

Jinah Chung

String Instructor

Jared Roberto

Low Brass Instructor

Bruno Cilloniz

Percussion Instructor; Marian Alliance Band Director

Marianne Wightman Music Academy Staff; Clarinet Instructor

Amanda Cruz

Colorguard Coach

Steve Viau

Director of Liturgical Music

SONG

Aubrey Price

Head Song Coach

Jennifer Galvan

Varsity Song Coach

Taylor Smith

JV Song Coach

THEATRE

Lissa Slay

Director of Theatre

Andrea Fouts

Theatre Instructor

Alexi Thomas

Production Assistant

Suzanna Vaughan

Voice and Dialects Coach

SUPPORT STAFF

Marisa Winch

Performing Arts Department Assistant

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MUSIC ACADEMY 2019-2020 OUTREACH SPOTLIGHT

MISSION STATEMENT

“We, the Mater Dei High School Music Academy, believe in fostering young musicians, growing individual confidence through group collaboration by pursuing excellence from day one.

We encourage all students to excel spiritually, and musically through expression and individual creativity.”

“Pursuing Excellence From Day One!” REHEARSALS

6 – 8PM in Band Room Mondays: Red Band Thursdays: Monarch Band

CONTACT INFO

Mr. Taylor Smith tsmith@materdei.org (714)-641-5455 Visit www.materdeiperformingarts.org and select Music Academy from Programs tab at top 2018 SILVER Recipient for Recruitment & Retention 2019 GOLD Recipient for Recruitment & Retention

MUSIC CLASSES OFFERED Recorder

Drumline

Beginning Band

Jazz Band

Advanced Band

Beginning String Ensemble

Junior Colorguard

Advanced String Ensemble

PERFORMANCES Mater Dei High School Home Football games (Pep Band) Mater Dei High School Home Basketball games (Pep Band) Christmas at the Corner @ Mater Dei HS Knotts Berry Farm Theme Park Disneyland Theme Park California Adventure Theme Park

Segerstrom Center of the Arts (Choir Concert) Chapman University Concert Band Festival Spring Concert All-Star Solo/Ensemble Recital Summer Band Camp (July) And More...

Mater Dei gets a write-up in Yamaha SupportED!!

PARENT QUOTES/TESTIMONIES: “I love how Music Academy has given my son confidence through the gift of music.”

– Maria Elena Gomez, Mother of Alexander Valdez (Trombone, 7th grade, School of Our Lady)

“Music complements my son’s academic achievement. The ability to play a musical instrument enables my son to be a well rounded student in all aspects of his life.”

– Edwin Cornejo, father of Derek Cornejo (Trombone, 7th grade, St. Anne School)

MUSIC ACADEMY AFFINITY FUND

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Become a donor to help fund scholarships, new instrument purchases, staffing, private lessons, and honor band audition fees.

Contact MusicAcademy@materdei.org more information!

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Mangia Mangia Restaurant Reviews: Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind, authentic Italian restaurant, owned and operated by two brothers from Sicily. Giuseppe and Pietro Cefalu have been making waves in Huntington Beach for years now. While the setting and the site are casual, the food is classic Italian and the service warm and friendly.

The Cefalus proudly serve only the freshest seafood (selected daily), an array of pastas with mouthwatering sauces, as well as signature eggplant dishes and a famous calamari fritti. This bustling favorite with locals is sure to please. Reservations are recommended for parties of four or more.

After culinary school in Italy, the Cefalu brothers worked in the restaurant industry for years, Pietro as Head Chef of some of the finest restaurants in Italy. In the early 1980's the brothers brought their authentic Italian cuisine to America, Giuseppe working on the West Coast, until finally opening Mangia Mangia in 1987.

You could easily drown yourself in Marinara at Mangia Mangia, but keep an eye on the beloved restaurant's daily specials and you'll find all manner of Sicilian favorites. Look for the bucatini with roasted cauliflower, pine nuts and raisins that hews as closely to North Africa as it does to the Italian coast.

Or opt for the swordfish with grilled eggplant that's dressed with bright, acidic citrus.

When you walk in, the smell of garlic makes your mouth water. One of the two Sicilian brothers greets you at the door.

The place is a typical mom and pop restaurant, nothing too flashy other than the flat screen playing tour videos of Italy.

Mangia Mangia Italian Restaurant 16079 Goldenwest St Huntington Beach, CA 92647 714 841-8887 Open Monday-Sunday for Dinner Monday- Friday for Lunch We take reservations for parties of 4 or more

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Where All Your

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Hollywood Sign Donated by California Box Company and the Yocam Family

is a proud sponsor of the Mater Dei Instrumental Music Program.

Thank you for supporting current and future Mater Dei students through your many programs.

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