Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Southport Night! May 29th

Vocal Jazz Singers!!

One of the most important performances of the entire year is coming up this Friday May 29!!  This will be the final performance of the year for the Vocal Jazz Ensemble!  It is the 2015 Southport "Pastabilities" Night.

This is a very important performance because it is for the residents of Southport and administration who have supported the music program and have given much towards scholarships and the school district.

Important Notes:
- Please arrive at Southport between 7:00-7:30pm (No later than 7:30pm, please do not be late!)
- All Black for girls...Black pants/dress shirt/tie for boys--black shoes black socks
- Our program order will be: I Could Write A Book, Body And Soul, Up From New Orleans, Streets
- Same solos as the spring concert (Jeff Demanche will take a guitar solo on streets)

Any questions or last minute concerns, please email me ASAP: braymond@mashpee.k12.ma.us

I expect to see everyone there for a fun night of music---there will be treats for you guys back in the warmup room (like last year!)

See you there! - Mr. Raymond

(Please keep your eyes posted for upcoming information regarding June 3rd School Board Meeting Performance, Class Day, Graduation, and the Middle School Spring Concert)



 

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

MHS Spring Concert!

Congratulations to all performers on a fantastic Spring Concert!  We received high praise from administration.  I personally received a letter from Principal Gilrein who expressed his tremendous excitement for the music we are creating -- he was thrilled with the performance.  I am very proud of all of you and the tremendous work we put in this year.

Thank you to all the parents and families members who came out to the concert and for all those who continue to support the students and the music program!  This would not be possible without you!

Just a quick reminder:  Mashpee Middle School Spring Concert: Wednesday June 10th!

It is an honor to announce this year's award recipients:


2015 Directors Choice Award: James Boyd  
(will be added to the Hall of Fame Page soon!)

MVP Awards:
-         Concert Choir: Remi Shea
-         Chamber Choir: Stephen Ross
-         Vocal Jazz: Maria Costa

Most Improved Awards:
-         Concert Choir: Ambrosia Ward
-         Chamber Choir: Eliana Falleur


Mashpee Choir Hall of Fame Class of 2015 
(will be added to the Hall of Fame Page soon!):
-         Maria Costa
-         Ashley Welch
-         Elaina Lavigne
-         Stephen Ross
-         Sierra Donovan
-         Miranda Martone
-         James Boyd

Thursday, April 30, 2015

May Updates!

Students and Parents:

It's hard to believe the end of the year is rapidly approaching!  There are many exciting performances coming up to be aware of.  I also want to make sure to keep you updated as we approach graduation and eventually summer vacation.

UPCOMING CONCERTS
May 4: Chamber Choir performs at the Town Meeting
May 19: MHS Spring Concert (High School Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, Vocal Jazz)
May 29: Southport Night (High School Vocal Jazz)
June 6: Graduation
 June 11: MMS Spring Concert (Middle School Chorus, Select Chorus)

Final Spring Coffeehouse Grades 7-11: JUNE TBA

More updates regarding spring concerts will be posted as we get closer to each date.  Looking forward to some great final performances!

-Mr. Raymond

Thursday, March 5, 2015

Junior Districts 2015

Students and Parents:

This Friday and Saturday (March 6-7) is the 2015 Junior District Music Festival!

A Full detailed scheduled can be found by clicking this link:  COMPLETE SCHEDULE

All students need signed permission slips on Friday morning!

Students will leave for Attleboro High School Friday morning and will return to Mashpee High School at 5:00pm.  Parents will need to pick up their child at MHS at 5:00pm.

On Saturday, Students need to meet at the school at 7:15am.  They will take the bus to Attleboro HS.  IMPORTANT: Parents need to pick up their student from Attleboro High School after the concert!

Saturday Chorus Concert: 1:00-2:00pm

Saturday Band/Orchestra Concert: 3:00-4:00pm

If anyone has a problem - please email me immediately: braymond@mashpee.k12.ma.us


Lunches both days are provided!
Don't forget: permission slip, music, water, concert clothes Saturday,

Money for snacks/T-shirt is optional

Looking forward to a great festival!
Mr. Raymond

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

All-Cape Music Festival

Parents and Students:

The 2015 All-Cape Music Festival is taking place Thursday, Friday and Saturday of this week at Monomoy Regional High School in Harwich.  This should be a fantastic experience to make high quality music with a renowned guest conductor!  I want to take a moment to pass along all the pertinent information.

-- The festival is not providing meals.  Students need to pack a meal for dinner Thursday, and lunch on BOTH Friday and Saturday. 

-- Concert Dress: Black on Bottom, White on Top, Black Shoes (Boys: No Bow ties or sneakers...Girls: no sneakers, no ugg boots, no yoga pants or black leggings as concert attire)

If there are any changes due to weather, I will post updates/changes here!  If there are no updates, assume the following times below are accurate!

THURSDAY: Students will be leaving right after school and rehearsing until approximately 7:30pm.  We will return to Mashpee as soon as rehearsals are over.

FRIDAY: We will be leaving at 9:00 am after the final morning mid-term.  Rehearsals will last throughout the day until 3:00pm.

SATURDAY:  We will be meeting up at the school at 7:00am.  Parents will need to pickup students after the Saturday concert.  The concert times are as follows: CHOIR: 1:00pm,   BAND/STRINGS: 3:00pm


Any questions/comments please email me: braymond@mashpee.k12.ma.us

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Berklee Decision

Students and Parents:

After discussions with Mr. Troyanos and the principal, we've unfortunately decided to cancel the trip to Berklee this year.  This decision is based on some concerns raised involving the safety of traveling Saturday morning along with the fact that school is canceled Friday.  It is unfortunate to miss the festival this year, but we will look into other potential festivals for the spring.  Thank you for your understanding.  Enjoy your long weekend and,  I will see you all on Monday.

-Mr. Raymond

Berklee Update

Students: as you know school is canceled for Friday.  Mr. Troyanos and I are currently in discussions about Berklee Saturday and whether or not we will be able to make the trip.  Please check back here later tonight for a final decision regarding Berklee.