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OPUS auditions will be next week, Thursday the 28th starting at 4 pm in the HOMS Chorus room. Students are required to dress appropriately (dress or a skirt) and have a prepared solo. Students will be chosen to audition in random order, and should expect to stay at HOMS until their audition is complete (they may call their parents when they are done). Ms. Douris will be notified of the audition results the following morning – the 29th. Students who are accepted will be required to attend the OPUS banquet at MCHS that evening. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES are other adults, music teachers, or friends allowed into or around the chorus room for these auditions. This is a security/safety issue for the school that I am responsible for. Thanks. Natalia Douris Director, HOMS Choral Department FVA District 13 Chair (772) 219-1655 ext. 33427 dourisn@martin.k12.fl.us
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· May 11, 2009: Dress rehearsal at North Stuart Baptist Church 1950 NW Federal Highway Stuart, FL 34994 772-691-1616 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM · May 16, 2009: Orchestra Dress Rehearsal & Performance at JBHS Call Time: 12:00 PM Performance Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM
· May 17, 2009: Performance at JBHS Call Time: 2:15 – 2:30 PM Performance Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM This is a mandatory performance for all Jubilee students. If there is a pre-existing conflict please let me know ASAP as absences will be handled on an individual basis.
The students will wear their Choral dress to both rehearsals and the performances.
If you have any questions please e-mail me at dourisn@martin.k12.fl.us
Hidden Oaks Middle School Band & Chorus Programs News & Events.....
HOMS Band News: Jazz Band "touring" May 5th, Music Department Open House May 5th 7:00p, End-of-year Concert/Awards May 20th 7:00p http://homsband.livejournal.com/
HOMS Chorus: Jazz Ensemble "touring" with Jazz Band @ local Elementary schools 5/5/09;
Jubilee Chorus at Mass of the Children JBHS 5/16 & 17/09 @ 3p www.homschorusmom.livejournal.com
The NEW Gardens Band & Indian River Pops Orchestra
The New Gardens Band, Eissey Campus performances: A Grateful Nation Remembers, May 23, 2009, @ 3:00p & 8:00p. www.NewGardensBand.com
For more info: 561-688-1330 or oseward@bellsouth.net.
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Hidden Oaks Middle School Chorus Boosters Contact: Natalia Douris, Director, HOMS Choral Department ~ FVA District 13 Chair-Elect 2801 SW Martin Hwy Palm City, FL 34990 (772) 219-1655 ext. 33427 dourisn@martin.k12.fl.us http://homschorusmom.livejournal.com Booster Public Relations: Jeannie Ferrara 772-287-7566 jmfministry@aol.com PRESS RELEASE April 14, 2009 HOMS CHORUS PRESENTS SPRING CHORAL CONCERT! PALM CITY, FLORIDA – On Monday, April 13, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. the Hidden Oaks Middle School (HOMS) Choral Department, under the direction of Natalia Douris, presented their annual Spring Choral Concert for friends and family at Palm City Presbyterian Church on Martin Highway in Palm City, Florida.
As expected, all four groups performed arrangements that display technical difficulty far beyond what would be expected from 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. The Program consisted of arrangements that were presented during the annual "Music in our Schools" event and Music Performance Assessment earlier in the season. The HOMS Vocal Jazz ensemble opened the evening with two nostalgic arrangements. The group had been very successful performing for local community events the very first year of establishment. Many organizations are looking forward to next year’s ensemble, and support for their plans to participate in local, state and national competitions next season is greatly appreciated.
The Jubilee Singers followed, performing three arrangements, one being from the recent 35th Annual Music in Our Schools event. The Jubilee Singers have been featured on WQCS, local NPR radio, and have traditionally scored “superior ratings” during District Competitions. The Jubilee Singers are an excellent example of the tireless dedication of our students, parents and Chorus Department.
Immediately following the Jubilee Singer’s performance, there was a brief intermission so that the students could recognize Ms. Willa Jo Mauger, the long-time accompanist for the Hidden Oaks Middle School Chorus Department. The students, parents and staff of Hidden Oaks Middle School thank Ms. Mauger for her work with the students over the past years, and wish her well with her retirement at the end of this season. Immediately following the Jubilee Singers, the 6th grade Chorus performed two arrangements for a delighted audience. We are looking forward to these very talented young people to become an active role in one (or more) of the other three Choral programs that Hidden Oaks offers.
Finally, the evening concluded with the Hidden Oaks Show Choir, composed of students in 7th and 8th grade, the talented young men and women performed four arrangements from our favorite shows, State Fair, The Sound of Music, The King and I, and Oklahoma! We are looking forward to the group working with students from South Fork High School next season in hopes of increasing their repertoire and performance opportunities.
Thanks and appreciation must also be extended to the Pastor and staff of Palm City Presbyterian Church for hosting the program and providing recording equipment. Mr. Ronald Corbin, Martin County High School Choral Director for accompaniment during the Show Choir performances, and Willa Jo Mauger the pianist for the remaining performances. Recognition and appreciation were also shown to the HOMS Chorus Program 8th grade students, and well-wishes extended for their adventures in High School Chorus programs. Finally, appreciation was also extended to the Parent Volunteers, Mrs. Kathleen Ruby, Mrs. Helen Svenning, Mrs. Gina Strubbe, Ms. Joy Dorman, Liz Bonan, Donna Tipaldo and Ms. Jeannie Ferrara for their tireless efforts in assisting all of the children that participate in the HOMS Chorus and Musical Theatre Programs.
Please encourage the students of the Vocal Jazz Ensemble, as they have made arrangements to tour all three Palm City Elementary Schools on May 5, 2009, to offer the students a "sneak peak" at what they might become a part of in Middle School. Additionally, the HOMS Jubilee Singers will be performing perform at John Rutter’s Mass of the Children. The performance will be on May 16, and May 17, 2009 at 3:00PM at Jensen Beach High School (JBHS). The middle school students will be performing with the church adult choir as well as Stuart Middle School in the children’s choir. Ticket information may be obtained by contacting: North Stuart Baptist Church 1950 NW Federal Highway Stuart, FL 34994 772-691-1616.
The Hidden Oaks Chorus Boosters would like to thank all of the students and parents for their support, attendance, and participation in the programs. To all of the "Adopt-a-class" sponsors, community partners, and individual families that have contributed in any form or fashion to ensure that the children are afforded the opportunity to learn and perform with such high-quality ensembles.
The HOMS Choral program is now accepting applications for Parent Booster Committee positions for the 2009/2010 School year, for more information how you can participate, please contact Mrs. Kathleen Ruby at kbruby@aol.com. Thank you for supporting our children. All notes, calendars, newsletter, flyers and event details are posted in the Yahoo! messaging center files section in Word.doc for your convenience. Messaging center: http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/homschorus/ All updates, announcements, etc. are posted to our LiveJournal Web Site: http://homschorusmom.livejournal.com/ - For more information how you can support music education programs in public schools, please see:
The National Association for Music Education - http://www.menc.org/ - HOMS Chorus Booster Mission:
Our mission is to promote a positive and dynamic learning environment for musical growth with a constant commitment to excellence.
The Hidden Oaks Middle School Band Programs would like to cordially invite you to attend the final performances of the year. The Symphonic, Intermediate, Jazz and Concert Bands will be holding their Spring Concert on May 20, 2008, @ 7:00 p.m. in the HOMS Gymnasium. The Band Booster Program is also hosting a “Music Department Open House” on Tuesday, May 5, 2009, in the Band Room at 7:00 p.m., please make arrangements to attend this informative evening with your child[ren]. Hidden Oaks Middle School 2801 SW Martin Highway, Palm City, Florida 772-219-1655. ### Photo caption (waiting for some): "Too blessed to be stressed" ~ Jeannie Ferrara
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A message from Ms. Douris:
Could we send out an e-mail to parents letting them know about high school auditions? MCHS OPUS: TBD. Students are required to sing a solo, sight-read, pitch match, dance, and take a written exam. Students must complete an OPUS packet which includes an essay and teacher recommendations. Students who make OPUS must attend the OPUS banquet in MAY and boot camp during JUNE. JBHS JUBILATE: May 13th-15th 4:30 – 6:30 each day in JBHS Chorus room. Students must make all three days. All music required is provided by JBHS and is learned over those three days. SFHS CARILLON/SHOWCASE: I HAVE TO GET BACK TO YOU ON THE INFO… It’s either May 6th or 8th at SFHS from 4:00-5:30 in the SFHS Chorus room. ( Final Date is May 6th in SFHS Chorus Room at 4:00 - 5:30) Also, for continuing HOMS students, letting them know that I will be asking them what they would like to do next year? They may take up to 2 of my classes, contingent upon it working in their individual schedules. Those taking Spanish Honors in 8th grade cannot take 2 related arts. Jubilee and Vocal Jazz are audition only. Show Choir is full acceptance, but students must sing for placement. Natalia Douris Director, HOMS Choral Department FVA District 13 Chair (772) 219-1655 ext. 33427 dourisn@martin.k12.fl.us
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HOMS CHORUS PREPARES FOR COMMUNITY EVENT! PALM CITY, FLORIDA – The Hidden Oaks Middle School (HOMS) Jubilee Singers are busy preparing for a wonderful opportunity to work with renown vocalists to present a very special program to the Treasure Coast. The Hidden Oaks Middle School Jubilee Chorus has been invited to perform at John Rutter’s Mass of the Children. The performance will be on May 16, and May 17, 2009 at 3:00PM at Jensen Beach High School (JBHS). The middle school students will be performing with the church adult choir as well as Stuart Middle School in the children’s choir. Ticket information may be obtained by contacting: North Stuart Baptist Church 1950 NW Federal Highway Stuart, FL 34994 772-691-1616. The Hidden Oaks Chorus Boosters would like to thank all of the students and parents for their support, attendance, and participation in the programs. To all of the "Adopt-a-class" sponsors, community partners, and individual families that have contributed in any form or fashion to ensure that the children are afforded the opportunity to learn and perform with such high-quality ensembles. For more information how you too, might be able to support the Choral Department at Hidden Oaks Middle, please see the Booster Web Site at: http://homschorusmom.livejournal.com/ For more information how you can support music education programs in public schools, please see: The National Association for Music Education - http://www.menc.org/ HOMS Chorus Booster Mission:
Our mission is to promote a positive and dynamic learning environment for musical growth with a constant commitment to excellence. The Hidden Oaks Middle School Jubilee Singers, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, and 6th grade Chorus also invite the public (and incoming 6th grade students) to attend their annual Spring Concert, April 13, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. at Palm City Presbyterian Church on SW Martin Highway. Thank you for supporting our children. All notes, calendars, newsletter, flyers and event details are posted in the Yahoo! messaging center files section in Word.doc for your convenience. Messaging center: http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/homschorus/
All updates, announcements, etc. are posted to our LiveJournal Web Site: http://homschorusmom.livejournal.com/
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The Hidden Oaks Middle School Jubilee has been invited to perform at John Rutter’s Mass of the Children. The performance will be on May 16 and May 17, 2009 from 3:00 – 4:00 PM at Jensen Beach High School (JBHS). We will be performing with the church adult choir as well as Stuart Middle School in the children’s choir. This is quite an honor as it will be a paying performance that will help supplement our chorale department. Details are as follow: · May 11, 2009: Dress rehearsal at North Stuart Baptist Church 1950 NW Federal Highway Stuart, FL 34994 772-691-1616 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM · May 16, 2009: Orchestra Dress Rehearsal & Performance at JBHS Call Time: 12:00 PM Performance Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM · May 17, 2009: Performance at JBHS Call Time: 2:15 – 2:30 PM Performance Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM This is a mandatory performance for all Jubilee students. If there is a pre-existing conflict please let me know ASAP as absences will be handled on an individual basis. The students will wear their Choral dress to both rehearsals and the performances. If you have any questions please e-mail me at dourisn@martin.k12.fl.us
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Schedule: 1:30 PM – LUSTIG 1:45 PM – MORRIS 4:45 – 5:30 PM - VOCAL JAZZ 5:15 PM – STRUBBE 6:30 PM – PAWLEY *shares music with S. Brenner 6:45 PM – BRENNER 7:00 PM – MARSHALL 7:15 PM – PETERSON 7:30 PM – BONAN 7:45 PM – KIRKPATRICK 8:00 PM – DAWEDEIT 8:15 PM – MCMAHON 8:45 PM – BOLOY 9:00 PM – MASCH 9:15 PM – KNIGHT Each child will be responsible for the ORIGINAL COPY of their music which will be given to them by me on 3/26. If two students share a book, I put them back to back on the schedule. They MUST give this to the judge before singing or they will be DISQUALIFIED. No photocopies allowed. I have appropriately flagged each song with the child’s name so there is no confusion. There it is. As you can see, there are some gaps, and overlaps. I advise all parents to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to their allotted time. All times are approximate and judges may be running early or late. Students and parents may choose whether or not to stay and listen to their peers – I DO NOT BLAME THEM IF THEY HAVE TO LEAVE. I will be occupied at night with duties so I probably will not have a chance to see them – I will receive their judging sheets and give them to the children the following week. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES DO PARENTS ASK THE CLINICIAN OR MS. CARLSON FOR THE SHEETS. The wardrobe requirements, etc. were in the letter. Natalia Douris Director, HOMS Choral Department FVA District 13 Chair-Elect (772) 219-1655 ext. 33427 dourisn@martin.k12.fl.us
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Hi Everyone,
Ms. Douris asked me to e-mail a few reminders: - Students participating in Solo and Ensemble: $15 check to HOMS and $25 check to Willa Jo Mauger are due this Friday the 13th. 7th and 8th graders performing are wearing Jubilee/Vocal Jazz dress and 6th graders are to wear their Sunday best.. it’s at SFHS times TBD (the schedule is being made this weekend). Parents are responsible for transportation and may remain to watch their kids sing – there is no admission fee, etc. Vocal Jazz and select students are performing.
- MIOS trip on 3/31 – rehearsal is that day at MCHS, bus departs HOMS at 10:10 returns at 1:15.
- May 5th starting at (I believe) 8:30 AM, Vocal Jazz and Jazz Band will be performing at PCE, BCE, and CGE. We need parents who are background checked to drive Vocal Jazz kids.
Helen Svenning
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 Hidden Oaks Middle School Chorus Boosters
Contact: Natalia Douris, - Director, HOMS Choral Department ~ FVA District 13 Chair-Elect 2801 SW Martin Hwy Palm City, FL 34990 (772) 219-1655 ext. 33427 dourisn@martin.k12.fl.us http://homschorusmom.livejournal.com Booster Public Relations: Jeannie Ferrara 772-287-7566 jmfministry@aol.com March 2009 Calendar of Events March 1 March 2 March 3 March 4 – Yearbook photos, each student bring your uniform. EARLY RELEASE March 5 March 6 March 7 March 8 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS – SPRING AHEAD! March 9 March 10 – FCAT March 11 March 12 March 13 - FCAT March 14 - FCAT March 15 – FCAT March 16 - FCAT March 17 – HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY - FCAT March 18 - FCAT March 19 – FCAT March 20 – FCAT March 21 March 22 March 23 March 24 March 25 March 26 March 27 – Solo/Ensemble at SFHS (select students) NO PUBLIC SCHOOL. March 28 – Solo/Ensemble at SFHS (select students). March 29 March 30 March 31 – Jubilee Music in Our Schools. Rehearsal during the day (wear Chorus polo), performance at 7:00pm at Martin County High School (wear dresses). Call time 6:15pm. To find out how you or your business can support the HOMS Chorus Programs, please see: http://homschorusmom.livejournal.com/. HOMS Chorus Parents can keep up to date by registering at the Yahoo! Messaging center: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homschorus/
### The NEW Gardens Band & Indian River Pops Orchestra
The New Gardens Band, Eissey Campus performances: A Night at the Opera, March 7, 2009, 3:00p & 8:00p; A Grateful Nation Remembers, May 23, 2009, @ 3:00p & 8:00p. www.NewGardensBand.com
Indian River Pops at Port St. Lucie West Centennial High School on Cashmere Blvd.: Old Time “Concert in the Park”, March 21, 2009, @ 7:30p; Broadway, April 18, 2009, @ 7:30p. www.indianriverpops.com.
For more info: 561-688-1330 or oseward@bellsouth.net.
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 HOMS Chorus Booster Parent Meeting Notes
Date: February 23, 2009 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Chorus Room Old Business · A Very Big Thank You to Liz Bonan, our Fundraiser Coordinator for all her hard work, and to Mary Brodeur for the Food donation coordination. These two women worked very hard to make the Silent Auction Fundraiser a success. · Thank you also goes out to all our parent volunteers and to all who donated auction items and food items. · Silent Auction Fundraiser: $2,747.00 was netted after expenses. We served approximately 150 people. New Business · March 4, 2009: Yearbook pictures; All Students are to wear Concert Uniforms. Jubilee will bring dress and shoes and change. · March 27th, 2009: Solo & Ensemble MPA for Select Students. Select students were sent a letter home with details. · March 31, 2009: Music in our Schools. Will check with Ms. Douris to see what groups will be attending. Will ask Ms. Douris when the rehearsal will be. · April 13, 2009: Spring Concert; Ask Ms. Douris about details since it is first day back after Spring Break. · May 5, 2009: Open House for Chorus & Band. Ask Ms. Douris for details. · We are considering having a Car Wash Fundraiser in the near future at HOMS. · It was decided that this will be our last meeting of the year. http://homschorusmom.livejournal.com http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homschorus President Kathleen Ruby 772-283-9095 Kbruby@aol.com Vice President Joy Dorman 772-286-8606 DormanJ@martin.k12.fl.us Secretary Helen Svenning 772-781-1548 Svenning1@aol.com Public Relations Jeannie Ferrara 772-287-7566 jmfministry@aol.com Volunteer Coordinator Donna Tipaldo 772-463-7044 adtippy@comcast.net Fundraiser Coordinator Elizabeth Bonan 772-286-2377 epb@reblawpa.com
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