GMEA 2008 Orchestra Festival Information
Posted on January 22, 2008
Filed under HOBC - Hillgrove Orchestra Booster Club, Orchestra
As I’m sure everyone already know, both orchestras having been working very hard in preparation for the 2008 GMEA Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE), which will held on February 12-14 at the McEachern High School Performing Arts Center. To help us better prepare for this festival, both orchestras will present their programs in the Hillgrove Theater on Thursday, February 7 at 7 PM.The LGPE program is sponsored by the Georgia Music Educators Association and is an evaluation procedure of musical performances and sight-reading abilities for individual students, performing groups, and teachers. Large Group Performance Evaluation participation affords a valuable opportunity and motivation for learning during an extended period. Recognized authorities in the field of music education will critique our performances and provide their written and oral comments. In addition to the experience of performing at the festival, our students will also have the chance to observe the performances of other orchestras from around the county. All festival performances are open to the public, and friends and family are encouraged to attend.Here are some additional details for each orchestra that parents need to be aware of:Permission forms will be sent home the week of January 28th.INTERMEDIATE CONCERT ORCHESTRA -Festival performance will be on Thursday, February 14 at 12:45 AM. Intermediate Orchestra Members will be taking a Field Trip for this performance, leaving Hillgrove at 10:00 AM and returning by 2:00 PM. Pizza and refreshments will be available for a nominal fee. I would suggest bringing $10.00.Parents need to sign and return all forms to Mr. Doke by Friday, February 3.ADVANCED CHAMBER ORCHESTRA -Festival performance will be on TUESDAY, February 12 at 7:15. Advanced Orchestra Members will also be taking a Field Trip for this performance. However, ALL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA MEMBERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN TRANSPRTATION TO AND FROM THE FESTIVAL. Please arrive at McEachern no later than 6:00 PM to check in. We should be finished by 8:30.Parents need to sign and return all forms to Mr. Doke by Friday, February 3.Concert Dress is required for all performances.I look forward to seeing everyone at the Hillgrove Pre-Festival Concert next Thursday, February 7, at 7PM, and hopefully again at the festival performances at McEachern on February 12-14. If you have any questions, please send me an e-mail at david.doke@cobbk12.org.Thank you for supporting our talented young musicians.
