Lakes Region Youth Orchestra Memo - 9/21/2007

By Curtis Moeller - LRYO Administrator

Kinhaven Weekend

     Once again, the season opened with a bang!  The student Kinhaven performance was a great preview of what excellent music we have to look forward to this year.

     If you missed the parent meeting, then please continue reading!!!  We are re-instating the LRYO Parent Organization, and we need you help.

Parent Organization

  • Why do we need one?
    The orchestra has only one more year of cheap labor through AmeriCorps VISTA, and we don?t have enough money to hire a full-time administrator.  To continue offering such a low tuition, volunteer assistance is necessary.
  • What will they do?
    We are starting with two committees: Fund-raising and Special Events. The first will create at least 2 Fund-raisers a year, oversee program advertisements, and help identify grants, donors, and sponsors.  The latter will plan and staff events such as Kinhaven, season and exchange concerts, future trips, and more!
  • Who are they?
    All parents, board members, and friends of LRYO are invited.  We had some parents sign-up at the meeting, but we need more (especially for fund-raising)!  Please call or email the LRYO office for more information.

Thank you's go to:

  • Bob Jordan and all of the MANY parents and board members who helped at Kinhaven.  The food was excellent!
  • Reggie, Jenna J, Kalle, Melissa, Rachel, Madeline G, Jacob, and Jenna B for performing solos for the Pittsford Library Silent Auction and the Chaffee Art Center Opening Reception.  If you are interested in taking part in such a performance, please contact the LRYO office.
  • All of the board members, parents, and directors for their patience as I learn the many intricacies of my new position!

Opportunities:

  • Interested in a free, monthly e-newsletter for young musicians?  Visit www.okcu.edu/music/academy and click on the "E-Newsletter" box on the left.

Upcoming Regional Area Music Events:

Visit our new events schedule.

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Last modified: 10/02/07