Monday, November 2, 2009

Weekly Instrumental Update

Dear Instrumental Music Community,

Were are very excited to have the entire music department perform at the Veterans Day assembly.

It's not too early to begin thinking about the solo and ensemble contest coming up this February.

The Chamber Orchestra performed last Wednesday for the Fine Arts Survey "Informance". They played the first movement from Vivaldi's "Autumn" beautifully after three early morning rehearsals. The Chamber Orchestra is a newly formed group dedicated to playing original literature. To hire this orchestra for your private events please contact Mr. Baum.

Be sure to watch the WGN Morning News on Monday, November 9th as the Shout Section Big Band will be featured on their "Around Town" segment. Ms. Pilson, S.E. Gross' Band Director, and Mr. Baum are both members of this Big Band.

The Ad book information will be sent home on Tuesday. Students should begin to sell ads for our holiday concert program as soon as they receive this packet. Proceeds from this fundraiser can be used to help fund this year's Instrumental Music trip.

Musically yours,

Mr. Baum and Mr. McOlgan
Baumj@rbhs208.org Mcolgank@rbhs208.org