Category: Senior Symphony

Dear Senior Symphony, I know this is typically a busy time for so many of you. Preparing for exams and school projects–maybe auditions, visiting schools. Taking part in school music events, robotics, theater, sports, and family activities, too. You do SO much, and you really inspire me to do the best I can for you

Hello, Senior Symphony! You are awesome, and I am so proud of every one of you. I hope you are all doing well, and I hope this note will make your day even better. : ) Looking forward, we have sectionals with our coaches this Monday, so please prepare for those; and leaders, please give

Happy New Year to you and your family, Senior Symphony! Over the holidays I was able to visit with my mom and dad North Carolina, and some good friends, and participated in some wedding planning for my daughter, Lauren! It’s been a nice break from the usual schedule, right? I hope you, your family, and

Happy Weekend, Senior Symphony! OK, please review this music and, if you haven’t yet, please  listen to the cool piece by Giuseppi Verdi… just say the name…it’s fun! So, on Monday, please dress “Holidayish” for our String Orchestra friends in the audience. Also, please think about an action you will take to help your family,

It’s a sunny Sunday! Hello, Senior Symphony : ) I hope you are enjoying the day today and are able to get in a little rest and fun as you prepare for the week. Tomorrow, for our time together, I plan to rehearse the strings while Mr. Pearl and Mr. Sipe work with the winds

Hello, Senior Symphony! I am so very proud of you! Congratulations to all of you for your incredible and amazing concert! I really enjoy everything about making music with you. So, I hope you enjoy the start of the holiday season as well as some very well-deserved time for yourselves. Safe travels for those of you

Hello, Senior Symphony! I am really looking forward to today and tomorrow! Remember we are at Carroll University… in the wilds of Waukesha…where there are trains and where we all get lost too easily. Rehearsal needs to start on time, please.  Tuesday was outstanding! Congratulations, again. I have a few spots to help you

Hi, Everyone! Part of my score study today was to review the areas where I think I need to help you feel a bit more comfortable. I’ll develop this short list and then work against it next Monday when we play/rehearse through the concert. How’s your practice coming? Do the hard stuff! After Monday’s rehearsal,

Good Afternoon, Senior Symphony! What an absolutely wonderful concert you performed yesterday. The orchestra displayed a beautiful balance of skill, musicality, bravery, poise, and heart. I am such a huge fan of each of you and our brilliant orchestra, and your audience LOVES you! I’ll see you tomorrow for rehearsal and would like to encourage you