WELCOME TO MAYO's 2014 SPRING SEMESTER!
MAYO's orchestra and chamber music programs will begin our 2014 Spring Semester on Monday, January 27 at Grandview Elementary 6:45-8:30. (Parents, please plan to stick around and attend a brief parent meeting at 7:00.) We're looking forward to seeing you all and welcoming our new members!
It's not too late to join! If you are a string, wind, or percussion player and would like to join MAYO but missed the new member audition, email MAYO at info@mayomusic.org and we'll be in touch to arrange an audition time.
It's not too late to join! If you are a string, wind, or percussion player and would like to join MAYO but missed the new member audition, email MAYO at info@mayomusic.org and we'll be in touch to arrange an audition time.
SPRING AUDITIONS ANNOUNCED: JANUARY 15th, 6:30 pm +
The Musical Arts Youth Organization (MAYO) will be holding new member auditions for its youth music program on Wednesday, January 15th. MAYO is perfect for students who enjoy making music with others in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. The program also has a strong educational component, with the aim to develop both the musicianship of the individual and the skill of how to be a thoughtful and contributing member of a group.
MAYO is open to string, woodwind, brass, and percussion players in grades 5 through 12. We will be accepting students at a variety of levels for our orchestra and chamber music programs. We meet on Monday evenings at Grandview Elementary in Bloomington, beginning on January 27. We will be providing carpool information for interested families.
Auditions will consist of a prepared solo, the scale of your choice, and a brief sight-reading example. Choose a solo and scale that you feel confident playing to demonstrate what you can do on your instrument.
To schedule an audition time, please visit our audition registration page . If you have any questions, please contact us at info@mayomusic.org. We look forward to meeting you!
MAYO is open to string, woodwind, brass, and percussion players in grades 5 through 12. We will be accepting students at a variety of levels for our orchestra and chamber music programs. We meet on Monday evenings at Grandview Elementary in Bloomington, beginning on January 27. We will be providing carpool information for interested families.
Auditions will consist of a prepared solo, the scale of your choice, and a brief sight-reading example. Choose a solo and scale that you feel confident playing to demonstrate what you can do on your instrument.
To schedule an audition time, please visit our audition registration page . If you have any questions, please contact us at info@mayomusic.org. We look forward to meeting you!
OPEN POSITIONS
MAYO needs your help.
BOARD MEMBERS: Are you interesting in helping grow MAYO? Serving on the board could be a great way for you to give back to the community while forwarding the mission of children creating beautiful music.
ORCHESTRA MANAGER: We need an independent and organized volunteer to help with the spring semester. This person will help the conductors with rosters, forms, tuition payments, rehearsal space, snacks at break, and sending out the weekly newsletter. It's a fun position where you can meet many students and parents. This position qualifies for many practicum credits at Indiana University too! Expected weekly time commitment: 2-3 hours per week for 10 weeks.
Contact: info@mayomusic.org if you are interested!
BOARD MEMBERS: Are you interesting in helping grow MAYO? Serving on the board could be a great way for you to give back to the community while forwarding the mission of children creating beautiful music.
ORCHESTRA MANAGER: We need an independent and organized volunteer to help with the spring semester. This person will help the conductors with rosters, forms, tuition payments, rehearsal space, snacks at break, and sending out the weekly newsletter. It's a fun position where you can meet many students and parents. This position qualifies for many practicum credits at Indiana University too! Expected weekly time commitment: 2-3 hours per week for 10 weeks.
Contact: info@mayomusic.org if you are interested!
MAYO Symphony presents Fall Concert.
The MAYO Symphony strings will be performing a collection of works for strings, and strings and harp on Friday, November 22, at the Grandview Elementary School from 7:30-8:30 pm. This free concert will showcase the beautiful arrangements of Lauren Bernofsky, composer and MAYO Music Director. Bring your entire family for an enjoyable evening event.
MAYO Presents Listen! We're Making Music!
MAYO has partnered with the Monroe County Public Library for their First Theater Experiences program.
Wednesday, November 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
MCPL Auditorium
Listen! We're Making Music!
Listening is a very important part of making beautiful music. The Musical Arts Youth Organization and Jazz Ensemble demonstrate the art of musical listening. Meet the instruments after the performance. Drop in. All ages.
Wednesday, November 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
MCPL Auditorium
Listen! We're Making Music!
Listening is a very important part of making beautiful music. The Musical Arts Youth Organization and Jazz Ensemble demonstrate the art of musical listening. Meet the instruments after the performance. Drop in. All ages.
MAYO Music Conductor is a proud WFIU supporter!
If you have been listening to WFIU over the past few weeks, you may have heard our Music Director express how she supports WFIU. This little sound byte was recorded by Annie Corrigan of WFIU, while she was walking around at the Fourth Street Festival, recording testimonials of WFIU listeners that could later be used on their fund drive. Per Lauren Bernofsky, "The violin I'm playing at the end is one of the MAYO violins we brought along for the MAYO booth. (Doesn't sound too bad, in the context! I made sure to play my "tune" in the same key as the other music going on in the background.)"
SOUND BYTE LINK
SOUND BYTE LINK
Chamber Music Concert: October 28 at Jacobs School of Music
Congratulations to students and directors of the chamber ensembles on a fantastic concert to conclude the first trimester! This concert was held on Monday, October 28 at the Jacobs School of Music. A clarinet trio, trumpet and french horn duet, and faculty woodwind quintet performed a variety of noteworthy and spooky-themed music. Great job to Erik Franklin and Burke Anderson for leading this first trimester.
Invite your friends to join the MAYO Chamber Music ensemble for the second trimester! Rehearsals start the first week of November. Interested musicians should send Erik Franklin an email at categoryfive@mayomusic.org.
Invite your friends to join the MAYO Chamber Music ensemble for the second trimester! Rehearsals start the first week of November. Interested musicians should send Erik Franklin an email at categoryfive@mayomusic.org.
Important: Rehearsal Time for String Ensemble Changes / Snacks / Music Stand Update
And, the vote is in! Starting September 16 and continuing for the remainder of the season, the String Ensemble will rehearse from 6:45 - 8:30 pm. Walk-in auditions will be at 6:30 pm.
Chamber Music students will continue to rehearse from 7-8 pm on Mondays.
Snacks Update: String Ensemble and Chamber Music students will enjoy a snack at 8:00 pm. Parents should register for a week they can provide snacks. Snacks should be something that can be eaten on a napkin. There is a nearby water fountain! Students are encouraged to bring refillable water bottles.
Music Stand Update: We found a hidden closet with a treasure trove of music stands during rehearsal this past week. So, students will NOT need to bring a music stand to every rehearsal.
Jazz Ensemble students will continue to rehearse from 6:30-8:30 pm on Wednesdays. Students will NOT need to bring a music stand to every rehearsal.
Chamber Music students will continue to rehearse from 7-8 pm on Mondays.
Snacks Update: String Ensemble and Chamber Music students will enjoy a snack at 8:00 pm. Parents should register for a week they can provide snacks. Snacks should be something that can be eaten on a napkin. There is a nearby water fountain! Students are encouraged to bring refillable water bottles.
Music Stand Update: We found a hidden closet with a treasure trove of music stands during rehearsal this past week. So, students will NOT need to bring a music stand to every rehearsal.
Jazz Ensemble students will continue to rehearse from 6:30-8:30 pm on Wednesdays. Students will NOT need to bring a music stand to every rehearsal.
Rehearsals begin the week of September 9.
Parent Meeting: September 9 or September 11
Thanks to all who came out for the auditions on Wednesday.
For those of you who couldn't make it to the auditions, and are still interested in joining an ensemble, please come to the first rehearsal.
Mondays
7-9 pm, Grandview Elementary School, Music Room
Chamber Orchestra / Symphony: String Ensemble
Wednesdays
6:30-8:30 pm, Grandview Elementary School, Music Room
Jazz
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:05-5:50 pm, Boys & Girls Club, Bloomington
Beginner String Class
Bring a friend! Bring a music stand! Prepare for beautiful music!
Important: PARENT MEETING will be held at 7:00 pm on Monday and 6:30 pm on Wednesday.
For those of you who couldn't make it to the auditions, and are still interested in joining an ensemble, please come to the first rehearsal.
Mondays
7-9 pm, Grandview Elementary School, Music Room
Chamber Orchestra / Symphony: String Ensemble
Wednesdays
6:30-8:30 pm, Grandview Elementary School, Music Room
Jazz
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:05-5:50 pm, Boys & Girls Club, Bloomington
Beginner String Class
Bring a friend! Bring a music stand! Prepare for beautiful music!
Important: PARENT MEETING will be held at 7:00 pm on Monday and 6:30 pm on Wednesday.
Faculty at the Fourth Street Festival
Erik Franklin, Lauren Bernofsky, and Burke Anderson performed during the Fourth Street Festival in Bloomington on Saturday, August 31.
Erik Franklin, Lauren Bernofsky, and Burke Anderson performed during the Fourth Street Festival in Bloomington on Saturday, August 31.
Annual Organizational Meeting (Parent Meeting)
The parent meeting will be held on Monday, September 9 at 7 pm at Grandview Elementary School. In addition, there will be another parent meeting held on Wednesday, September 11 at 6:30 pm at Grandview Elementary School. Please plan to attend.
Don't forget to check out other important dates - they can be found on the calendar page.
Don't forget to check out other important dates - they can be found on the calendar page.
Visit MAYO at the Fourth Street Festival on Labor Day Weekend in Bloomington!
Look for our brightly colored t-shirts and meet our new Music Director, Lauren Bernofsky. You may even hear some of our talented faculty performing, meet a board member, or meet one of our alumni! And, if you register for an audition on the spot, you might receive a free gift!
(printable flyer)
Auditions Announced: Wednesday, September 4, 2013: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Auditions will take place at Grandview Elementary School on Wednesday, September 4 in the Music Room. Warm-ups will be in the LGI (which adjoins the Music Room). Look for signs at the school to find your way! Online registration is now available (see below). Pick the time slot that is best for you. Auditions will be about 10 minutes each.
The audition will consists of one prepared etude or solo and anticipate playing scales (select scales that show off your instrument range and your capability for playing harder keys). There will be three or four faculty at the audition -- and don't worry, they are very friendly!
The audition will consists of one prepared etude or solo and anticipate playing scales (select scales that show off your instrument range and your capability for playing harder keys). There will be three or four faculty at the audition -- and don't worry, they are very friendly!
MAYO Season Announced With New Season Brochure ... Semester-based Choices ... Free Concerts.
MAYO is off to an exciting start and is pleased to announce two major partnerships for the 2013-14 season: Grandview Elementary School & Community Partner for First Theater Experiences at Monroe County Public Library. All rehearsals and Friday night concerts will be held at: Grandview Elementary, 2300 S. Endwright Road, Bloomington, IN 47403 ph 812.825.3009. Our partner concerts will be held at the Monroe County Public Library as part of their First Theater Experiences program.
New this year -- all concerts are free to the public!
New this year -- all concerts are free to the public!
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