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We in District 9 are going to miss a great friend for our side of the State. Mark Jones has kept us informed while politely reminding us of due dates and showing a genuine concern for Eastern Oregon. Next year, it would be nice to have a “Mark Jones” day.

With the solo and ensemble contest behind us, District 9 is looking forward to the large group festival. Our district owes Matt Gilman a deserved thank you for a job well done. As of today, there are 17 instrumental and 14 vocal groups preregistered for the large group festival. The instrumental groups are April 7; the vocal side is April 8.

We are very fortunate to host the festival in the beautiful Four Rivers Cultural Center in Ontario. May 12 is the “Jazz ‘n Art Night” at Ontario High School. This is the year for elections and I plan to “play away.” Thank you for your past support.

Thank you, Mark, and all of the wonderful music educators of Oregon.

“Keep Music Alive!!”

Sincerely Skip Bicknese, District 9 Chair