Motifs Newsletter - Volume 21

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Volume Number 21

A Commission that Celebrates a Midwest Appearance and a Community’s History (8/10/2010)
The Clements High School Chamber Strings commissioned a special piece in honor of their performance at the upcoming Midwest Clinic.
by Kathleen Andersen, Communications Coordinator, The Midwest Clinic

The Midwest Clinic Conference Schedule to Change in 2010 (4/1/2010)
This year’s integrated program will create a community for all instrumental music educators.
by The Midwest Clinic

The Midwest Clinic Experience (3/24/2010)
How does an ensemble get ready for a Midwest Clinic concert? John Studzinski charts his jazz band’s 2009 preparations and performance.
by John Studzinski, Director, Willis Junior High Band

Buchholz Trip To Midwest Clinic Supported By Local Church (4/9/2010)
"The Wind Symphony Windy City Coat Project" provided coats for the Florida performers, who later donated them to families in the Chicago area.
by The Gainesville Sun

Shifting Roles and a New Member for The Midwest Clinic Board of Directors (3/24/2010)
Last year, The Midwest Clinic Board of Directors underwent several momentous changes. The Board is pleased to announce its officers, and welcome its newest member.
by The Midwest Clinic

Kevin Walczyk’s Octet, Danza Provincialis, to Receive World Premiere at The Midwest Clinic (3/24/2010)
Composer Kevin Walczyk received a commission in honor of the 64th annual conference.
by Kathleen Andersen, Communications Coordinator, The Midwest Clinic

The Midwest Clinic Learns from You (3/24/2010)
Presenting the results of the 2009 attendee survey.
by Kathleen Andersen, Communications Coordinator, The Midwest Clinic

Behind the Curtains: The 2008 and 2009 Midwest Clinics (3/24/2010)
2008 and 2009 were historic years for The Midwest Clinic! Find out what happened behind the scenes as we prepared to move to McCormick Place West.
by Kathleen Andersen, Communications Coordinator, The Midwest Clinic

In Brief: All Are Cordially Invited to the 2010 College Night (5/20/2010)
Free and open to the public, The Midwest Clinic’s 2010 College Night will be held Thursday, December 16.

In Brief: 2010 Conference Housing (3/24/2010)
The Midwest Clinic’s official conference hotels have opened room blocks for the 2010 conference.

In Brief: Find Us on Facebook, Follow Us on Twitter (3/24/2010)
Many important conference announcements are now made through social media first.

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