This week in music education at your magnet school for the arts:
WARNING: this post contains a LOT of information... proceed at your own risk (you might learn something)
David Aaron Carpenter - Violist
Acclaimed violist David Aaron Carpenter will be visiting CPMA on Thursday. David has been featured in Strad Magazine, and referred to as a violist whose "soulful sound, committed playing and dazzling technique leaves little to desire". He has performed at Carnegie Hall, been honored by Gramophone Magazine, been presented a Presidential Gold Medal after a performance at the Kennedy Center for the Arts, and won a number of international viola competitions, including the Walter E. Naumburg Competition in 2006. He has studied at Juilliard, the Manhattan School of Music, and holds a degree from Princeton University.
Students in both string classes will be invited to attend the performance, which is being provided though a partnership with the La Jolla Music Society.
And yes, there are multiple videos of him available - check out some videos on his YouTube channel!
And yes, we have a limited number of complimentary tickets available to his concert Sunday (Jan. 31st, 3:00pm at the Neuroscience Institute, UCSD)
Pics of places and items relating to David Aaron Carpenter
Carnegie Hall - New York, NY
Album Artwork for one of David's Albums
The Baltimore Consort
Last week a number of classes were privileged enough to attend an "informance" presented by the Baltimore Consort. Students were exposed to music and instruments from from before 1800. Viola da gamba, flutes and lutes - oh my! (Paying attention? Did you catch the Wizard of Oz reference)....
Lute player Ronn McFarlane (HIS website) of the Baltimore Consort was even nominated for a Grammy Award, for his album Indigo Road. Ronn is also on Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter. Seriously, he is c-r-a-z-y good.
Indigo Road - Click on Photo to View Album and Listen to Tracks
(I suggest "Pinetops", which is just crazy good... in fact, here's a video of him performing the tune)
The Consort was kind enough to leave a few recordings, which we would be happy to "share" with our students and music community. Click on a photo to be taken to the album itself on amazon.com (you know, to check things out).
Okay, on to school related business:
FUNDRAISER - Eat at Joe's Pizza in Clairemont on Wednesday (27th) from 4:00 to 9:00 and 20% of your bill will be contributed to the CPMA Music Department. It's an easy way to help out your school while enjoying their incredible buffet for only about $8.00. Yummy!
No coupon or flier required (i.e. just go, eat, and you'll be helping out our students)! Check out the attached promo flier.
The Mission Bay Jazz Band Concert has been pushed back a week due to this week's altered bell schedule.
Honor Band and Orchestra Materials
6th Grade Honor Band & Orchestra -
February 2nd at Madison High School
No early registration required. Just practice and show up!
Middle School Honor Band & Orchestra Auditions
February 4th at CPMA
Mr. Mulvaney has been registering students online (to request an audition)
Every student who auditions will have their lowest exam grade dropped, and we'll pay the participation fee for anyone who is accepted into these groups - we're proud of you!
Solo & Ensemble
February 27th at Oak Park Elementary School
Applications available in Room 504
Again, we'll pay your participation fees and give you extra credit for pursuing an opportunity that will make you a better musician!
Finally, school choice applications are due BY FEBRUARY 15th. Obviously if you go to our school, you need not re-apply. But, for outgoing 8th graders, get those forms in. If you know a potential CPMA student, please make sure to remind them to submit their enrollment application. These students at Oak Park will, (we hope)...
Oak Park String Players - i.e. future CPMA Musicians!
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Last Updated on Sunday, 24 January 2010 22:38
Weekly Update - January 18-22
Written by Matt Mulvaney
Monday, 18 January 2010 13:47
The auditions for the SDUSD Honor Bands & Orchestras are quickly approaching!
WHY SHOULD YOUR STUDENT AUDITION? (1) If accepted, they will perform alongside the best musicians their age in the entire district, (2) they will gain invaluable experience working under established guest conductors, (3) students often find themselves more engaged, confident, and motivated if they participate in these honor groups, and yes, (4) the CPMA Music Department will pay for your student to participate if/when they are accepted, and in addition, whether they are admitted to the group or not, their lowest exam grade will be dropped!
So, encourage your student to take charge of their education, and the opportunities we are helping provide for them!
Students auditioning for the "Middle School" Band or Orchestra must request a time online. Some have already done so.
6th Graders auditioning for the "Elementary" Band or Orchestra need only show up on the audition date with the application completed.
Middle School Auditions - February 4th @ CPMA
Elementary/6th Grade Auditions - February 2nd at Madison High School
Solo & Ensemble Festival
February 27th at Oak Park Elementary
Share a solo, duet, or other group performance that you've been working on
Applications available from Mr. Mulvaney - we'll pay your participation fees for this also!
Also, here's the skinny on other happenings...
Peabody Institute Early Music Ensemble - Friday, January 22nd
Mission Bay High School Jazz Band - Monday, January 25th
David Aaron Carpenter, Violist - Thursday, Jan. 28th
(Plus: Limited tickets available to his concert on January 31st!)
Finally, please continue to email our school board about the Performing Arts Center. It is imperative that our voices be heard. This facility needs to happen, and our students deserve a performing arts venue worthy of their talents. Make yourself heard by sending an email to
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Thanks again for your continued support, and please do push your student to pursue some of these great upcoming opportunities!
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Weekly Update - January 11-15
Written by Matt Mulvaney
Sunday, 10 January 2010 11:14
Here's your weekly update of news, notes, and upcoming events for CPMA Music students.
Honor Band & Orchestra - The SDUSD Middle School Honor Band & Orchestra auditions will be held on February 4th here at CPMA. The material has been posted here on the website. Mr. Mulvaney & Mr. Ciavarelli will be happy to help students learn the audition music after school. To encourage students to audition, any student who auditions for this group will have their lowest quiz grade dropped. Also, the CPMA Music Department will pay the participation fee for any student who is accepted into these groups. Good luck!
Solo & Ensemble Festival - The SDUSD Solo and Ensemble Festival, hosted by Oak Park Elementary School will be held on Saturday, February 27th. Applications are available in Room 504 and CPMA will pay the necessary entry fees for any student or group who wishes to participate. Any student participating will also have their lowest quiz grade dropped.
Baltimore Early Music Society - The Baltimore Early Music Society will be coming to CPMA to perform on January 22nd. Their appearance is being made possible by the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University.
Violist David Aaron Carpenter - Acclaimed violist David Aaron Carpenter will be performing at CPMA on January 28th. David will be joining us courtesy of the La Jolla Music Society. Take a look at David's website. A limited number of student tickets are available to his concert at the Neuroscience Institute at UC-San Diego on Sunday, January 31st, at 3:00pm.
It Still is School - So... some students will have playing exams. Please check the homework page for detailed information.
Finally, we're up to over 85 fans of our Facebook page and well over 100 on our mailing list. Help us spread the word, and don't be the last one to join us!
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Last Updated on Sunday, 10 January 2010 11:48
Weekly Update - Jan. 4-8
Written by Matt Mulvaney
Tuesday, 05 January 2010 19:28
Happy New Year! Mr. Ciavarelli and myself are busy planning an exciting 2010 for our students. They will have plenty of opportunities between now and the end of the school year to pursue musical endeavors. Coming up quickly will be the following:
Playing Exams - All band and orchestra students have a short exam this week. Check the website for details.
Honor Band & Orchestra - SDUSD Middle School honor group auditions will be here at CPMA on February 4th. Go to cpmamusic.com for the audition material. We will pay the participation fee for every student who is accepted into one of these groups.
Solo and Enseble Festival - Hosted by Oak Park on February 27th. CPMA will pay the entry fee for any student or group who wishes to participate. Applications are available in room 504 and will soon be online.
Baltimore Early Music Society - Concert for 4th and 5th periods on January 22nd
David Aaron Carpenter - Violist, courtesy of the La Jolla Music Society, will be visiting CPMA on January 28th, from 10:30-11:15.
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- See you then!
