Year: 2021

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NEW HORIZONS OF SUMMIT AND STARK COUNTIES ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA

Virtually Conducted on Zoom
January 25, 2021
Jim Adkins, Director

Agenda

7:00 p.m. – Zoom Meeting Started and Joined by Membership

7:05 p.m. – Call to Order (all audio muted by Jim) Jim Adkins

7:06 p.m.– Welcome, Introductions, General Comments Jim Adkins

7:10 p.m. – Call for Motion to Dispense Robert’s Rules Jim Adkins

7:15 p.m. – Annual Report Topics​​​​​ Jim Adkins

​1). Board of Director Elections (5 minutes)
          Officers​: Jim Adkins, Jim Stahl, Sandy Bee Lynn, Mike Satola
          Elected Directors: Lee Nielsen, June Kelley, Valerie Lukens,
          Andy Rosenberg (Board Recommended), Janet Scarry (Term Completed)
          Explanation and call for a virtual “Vote of Confidence” ballot

​2). Introduction of Grant Writer Amy Dragga (5 minutes)

​3). Volunteer Coordinator Report “2020 Donation Campaign”; Lee Nielsen (5 minutes)

​4). Winter/Spring Schedule; Jim Adkins ( 5 minutes)
          A. Virtual rehearsal segments linked to Live evening rehearsals weeks A and C.
​          B. Virtual Pilot Concert Linked to Valentine Recital
​          C. Virtual Spring Concert
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7:35 p.m. – Call for Adjournment​​​​ Jim Adkins​

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Zoom Recitals 2020

Our last public performance was the “Small Group Recital Night” on February 17, 2020 at the Akron Summit County Library.

To address COVID-19 restrictions, we had to quickly get up to speed using the Zoom Meetings app for our performances. In addition to the Zoom learning curve, other challenges included: Internet disruptions, audio distortions, power interruptions, and smartphone/computer peculiarities.

Our recitals showcase the progression of skill levels:

  • Orientation – A playing ability level during which a comfort zone is reached between the beginning student of music and their instrument, notation, practice commitment, rehearsal techniques and mental musical comprehension.
  • Novice – A playing ability level, beyond Orientation but not yet enjoyed by a consistent Intermediate player.
  • Solo Studio – This opportunity is the newest addition to our program. Due to the positive experience of our “First Zoom Recital” we have added a solo Performance opportunity. 

Zoom Recital #1 – Orientation Recital – July 15, 2020

Performer, InstrumentMusic Performed
Julie Black, Cello#34 Natalie’s Rose*
#57 Tribal Lament*
Karen Greathouse, Violin#80 Grandparents Day*
#106 French Folk Song*
Marcelo Biffe, Cello#44 Mathew’s March*
#70 Hot Cross Buns*
Tiffany Lundy Martin, Cello#33 Song for Christine*
#36 Dreidel*
Susan Bacon, Viola#91 Lightly Row*
#90 English Round*
Cindy Ebner, Cello​#71 Au Clare De La Lune*
​#73 Buckeye Salute*
Ruth Lamont, Violin#116 Son for Maria*
​#118 Firoliralera*
Debbie Huebeck, Cello​#85 High Flying*
​#88 Frere Jacques*
* Songs are from Essential Elements Strings Book 1.

Zoom Recital #2 – Novice Recital – September 30, 2020

Performer, InstrumentMusic Performed
Karen Greathouse, ViolinAlouette – French Folk Song
Crossroads – Allen
Anne Lazzerini, CelloTheme form London Symphony
Franz J. Haydn (1732 -1809)
Oh Susannah
Stephen C. Foster (1826-1864)
Ruth Lamont, ViolinChester
William Billings ( 1746-1800)
Morning (from Peer Gynt)
Edvard Grieg (1819-1880)
Susan Bacon, ViolaOutback – Allen
Buffalo Gals
(Cool White) Japheth Hodges
Connie Stinnett, CelloTheme for the New World Symphony
Antonin Dvorak (1841-1904)
Rondeau
Jean-Joseph Mouret (1682-1738)
Dennis Zerby, Oboe
Brenda Thomas, Flute		Allegro
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Zoom Recital #3 – Solo Studio Recital – October 30, 2020

Performer, InstrumentMusic Performed
Ruth Lamont, ViolinAshokan Farewell – by Jay Unger
Valerie DiNarda, CelloNina – by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi
Mike Hoeprich, ViolinWaltz No.2 – by Dmitri Shostakovich
Connie Stinnett, CelloIt’s a Wonderful World
by Bob Thiele and George David Weiss
Marilyn Katzmark, ViolinMeditation (from Thais)
by Jules Massenet
Jaime Madrigal, MarimbaRain Dance
by Alice Gomez and Marilyn Riffe
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Introducing the Donation Corner

The Donation Corner is a way to bring NHB fund raising activities to the attention of members, inactive members, and friends. After each fund raising campaign, we will post a list of cash donors, as well as those who have contributed their time.

The Donation Corner page is available throughout the year. To make a donation anytime, please complete the online donation form and mail your check to:

New Horizons Band
PO Box 363
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44222-0363

Please be assured that your thoughtful gift will contribute to our ongoing projects for the benefit of all members and our extended NHB community. Contributions – no matter how large or small – will go far to help us discover our harmonious new horizons.

View the Donation Corner Page

Note: The Donation Corner link is available from the main menu or the Site Map. If your name does not appear in the donor list please email us.

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January Schedule News

Here we are two days away from kicking off the 2021 New Horizons of Summit and Stark Counties Zoom and Live Schedule. I could not be more EXCITED !! Jaime and I have been busy over the Holidays working hard to learn how to best use new techniques and equipment. Our goal as always is to offer all of you our very best musical experiences. We plan to use the remainder of the month of January to experiment, share , and implement some of what we have discovered and learned .

I’m sure that you have noticed that our January Zoom and Live Schedule is similar to that which we followed in the Fall. We will announce and post our Winter Schedule and all new features at our ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING on January 25th. We will meet at 7:00 using Zoom and will pack lots of news and information into 40 minutes. You will Join us using Jim’s Personal Link # which is 820 030 2594 and passcode which is Fenmo.

Even though a vaccine will be available to us soon we are increasing our virtual menu by growing our performance capabilities. Those of you who have been enjoying our Live schedule notice that for the next three weeks there are fewer Live options offered. This is for three reasons. 1). My responsibilities here at home have increased. 2). I need to use more time during this three week period to complete the change over and performance options that we want to introduce starting in February. 3). We are working hard to develop a sustainable Budget that provides you with a program that is enjoyable and musical rewarding. Hang in there with us! I’m sure you will enjoy growing with Jaime and I into a long term future of musical fulfillment.

My closing remarks are as always ones of respect and admiration. Your response and generosity throughout 2020 has been OVERWELMING. Your support has been an inspiration. I believe that each of you do in fact understand that MUSIC is the language of the human soul. I feel that I am accomplishing my purpose. Thank you!!

Jim

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