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WSMA High School State Honors Music Project
More than 1,600 students auditioned for the 2011 WSMA High School State Honors Music Project. Congratulations to students and teachers for their commitment to this project and musical excellence. Regardless of the decision made by the selection committee, WSMA wishes to thank all students, parents and music teachers for taking the initiative to prepare for these highly competi- tive auditions.
Special Thanks to Audition Site Hosts:
James Thaldorf, Appleton North High School
Peter Haberman, UW-Eau Claire David Phipps, UW-La Crosse Brad Schneider, Middleton High School
Jeff Durr, Milwaukee Rufus King High School
Monica Anderson, UW-Stevens Point
Jason Brinker, Waukesha South High School
2011 Summer Honors Camp Dates at UW-Green Bay:
Saturday, June 18 – Tuesday, June 21 (Band and Mixed Choir)
Wednesday, June 22 – Saturday, June 25 (Orchestra, Treble Choir and Jazz Ensemble)
Tentative Fall Concert Information:
Thursday, October 27 – 4:30 p.m. – Overture Hall, Madison – 2011 High School State Honors Band (Allan McMurray, conductor) and Orchestra (Tonu Kalam, conductor) Concert.
Thursday, October 27 – 8 p.m. – Overture Hall, Madison – 2011 High School State Honors Treble Choir (Sigrid Johnson, conductor) and Mixed Choir (David Thye, conductor) Concert.
Friday, October 28 – 11:30 a.m. – Madison Ballroom, Monona Terrace – 2011 WSMA State Honors Jazz Ensemble (Lenny Foy, Conductor) Concert.
Wisconsin School Musician Project Update
Submissions for the 2011 WSMA Student Composition Project are in the process of being reviewed by a team of noted composers and teachers. Awards will be given in nine categories including the new piano solo category. Winners will be announced in June with an awards ceremony to be held in late summer or early fall. Students will also receive written critiques of their submission focusing on strengths already exhibited as well as suggestions for improvement in future compositional projects.
The WSMA Student Composition Project is open to middle school students (grades 5-8) and high school students (grades 9-12) and encourages the creative/ artistic abilities of students. Categories include instrumental solo, instrumental ensemble, instrumental jazz, collaborative solo, piano solo, vocal solo, vocal ensemble, vocal jazz and collaborative ensemble.
For more information please visit the Student Composition Project page of the WSMA web site or contact Tim Wurgler at
twurgler@wsmamusic.org.
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Recognizing dedication and achievement with awards is one of the most im- portant and meaningful ways to honor and thank students who participate in school music extended through WSMA programs, like music festivals. As with music, the special feelings that accompany awards can last a lifetime. WSMA is proud to offer a variety of authentic WSMA awards, made in the U.S.A. - most right here in Wisconsin. Each award is part of a complete system of support that honors the development of a child through music education. All proceeds support the state music association and its system of programs.
Newly Enhanced Awards Store
WSMA recently enhanced its online awards store featuring a new and intuitive shopping cart process, including the ability to order from a portable device, such as a mobile phone, using credit card or purchase order options.
Making Awards More Affordable
WSMA realizes the budget challenges schools are currently facing and is holding the line on the price of many awards, even though the medal cost to WSMA has increased. As a way to defray costs, WSMA is offering FREE shipping based on the dollar amount purchased. Combining orders within schools is a great way to save money. If funding is a challenge consider seeking sup- port from local businesses, which is yet another way to make awards more affordable.
Download a sample letter seeking support for the cost of awards in the online digital version of WSM.
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