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<title>Woodbridge Music Club (News)</title><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/index.html</link><description>Current news of interest to WMC members.</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><dc:rights>Copyright 2010 Woodbridge Music Club</dc:rights><dc:date>2012-01-18T22:10:23-05:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:37:26 -0500</lastBuildDate><item><title>Spring Clean Your Studio</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2012-01-18T22:10:23-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/38aea43d78eaee2d9bba780dcc8c9559-136.html#unique-entry-id-136</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/38aea43d78eaee2d9bba780dcc8c9559-136.html#unique-entry-id-136</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[SPRING CLEAN YOUR STUDIO


Are there dust balls under your piano bench?   Is the air coming out of your students&rsquo; flutes stale?     Join the Woodbridge Music Club on Saturday, March 24 at 2:00 in the Occoquan Room at The McCoart Building for a forum pinpointing areas where we can help each other find ways to jumpstart our teaching.   

This workshop will be a round table discussion that focuses on areas of need submitted by members, and hopefully solved by members.   We will also have a place for teachers to display any special materials they have found helpful in their studio.   Future workshops for the club will also be discussed. 

Please let us know what you would like discussed at this workshop and also feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions.   We look forward to seeing all of you on March 24th at this member‐driven workshop! 

Laura Riski: laura@riski.biz 

Grace Reid: gjandcbfamily@yahoo.com 

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]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Home School Band Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2012-01-18T21:50:11-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9ba6fb1f7fc4b58e96c87e0df3ebe92e-134.html#unique-entry-id-134</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9ba6fb1f7fc4b58e96c87e0df3ebe92e-134.html#unique-entry-id-134</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Flyer (pdf)
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Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-11-12T21:36:19-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/60d726e3e75b916c1d532eae7f7085a9-128.html#unique-entry-id-128</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/60d726e3e75b916c1d532eae7f7085a9-128.html#unique-entry-id-128</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Oct 2011 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-10-15T08:55:51-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/5aa7ffc1761aad436c1b76f476ea69de-127.html#unique-entry-id-127</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/5aa7ffc1761aad436c1b76f476ea69de-127.html#unique-entry-id-127</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>CHRISTMAS MUSIC IN OCCOQUAN</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-10-15T08:53:49-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c3006e327e0baab39b53bbdad29024c9-126.html#unique-entry-id-126</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c3006e327e0baab39b53bbdad29024c9-126.html#unique-entry-id-126</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>WMC Student Recital&#xd;Student&#xd;WMC&#xd;Student&#xd;Recital</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-10-15T08:37:29-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9ba75927f2af8cc0896c67238121902f-125.html#unique-entry-id-125</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9ba75927f2af8cc0896c67238121902f-125.html#unique-entry-id-125</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Piedmont Symphony Orchestra</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-10-15T08:24:18-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d444f7bdf4d8a370e230fea90ffec846-124.html#unique-entry-id-124</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d444f7bdf4d8a370e230fea90ffec846-124.html#unique-entry-id-124</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Music In Dumfries</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-10-15T08:21:05-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/38253d07a400f4cde538952d233f9b3f-123.html#unique-entry-id-123</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/38253d07a400f4cde538952d233f9b3f-123.html#unique-entry-id-123</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Tempest Trio concert video</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-09-19T20:12:56-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e65ca3ca746473483170da132de4a56d-122.html#unique-entry-id-122</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e65ca3ca746473483170da132de4a56d-122.html#unique-entry-id-122</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Member Performing</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-09-19T19:55:10-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/3dd163b300eba85ce326a7b444cf717f-121.html#unique-entry-id-121</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/3dd163b300eba85ce326a7b444cf717f-121.html#unique-entry-id-121</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2011-2012 Yearbook</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-08-28T20:59:58-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/a9f4a8e8c434d0c6bea9e41c0c227bc0-120.html#unique-entry-id-120</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/a9f4a8e8c434d0c6bea9e41c0c227bc0-120.html#unique-entry-id-120</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>June 2011 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-06-21T21:29:10-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/6d16e72bab29a245cb5434533a9b9146-119.html#unique-entry-id-119</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/6d16e72bab29a245cb5434533a9b9146-119.html#unique-entry-id-119</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Download PDF of entire newsletter.
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]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Women in Jazz 2011</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-06-13T21:47:31-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/047bb8e2ad3e9e70b88105878ab28053-117.html#unique-entry-id-117</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/047bb8e2ad3e9e70b88105878ab28053-117.html#unique-entry-id-117</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Women in Jazz 2011 - download postcard (pdf) below.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Healing Strings</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-06-13T21:40:42-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2b0e3a079170384c1afa56bea71e9e58-116.html#unique-entry-id-116</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2b0e3a079170384c1afa56bea71e9e58-116.html#unique-entry-id-116</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Gretchen Krupp</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-05-05T22:17:40-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/034526a6703c7c370e269234f816827d-115.html#unique-entry-id-115</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/034526a6703c7c370e269234f816827d-115.html#unique-entry-id-115</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Concert by New Dominion Choraliers</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-05-05T22:11:21-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/00173eb4aa1970abfd8633f06ee39fa7-114.html#unique-entry-id-114</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/00173eb4aa1970abfd8633f06ee39fa7-114.html#unique-entry-id-114</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[To purchase your tickets on-line, go to:

http://www.mycommunitytickets.net/common/eventDetail.aspx?  id=9810


$10 Adults, $5 Students and Seniors, Children 4 and under are Free


For further information call: 703.590.2147 or 703.498.8906
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Prince William County Arts Council</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-05-05T22:07:13-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b59a5cca629592fa2188cb6b9c3af789-113.html#unique-entry-id-113</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b59a5cca629592fa2188cb6b9c3af789-113.html#unique-entry-id-113</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Nice article ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>National Music Week</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-04-20T22:39:39-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/5b4838444424615e3fcfd1157e93b589-112.html#unique-entry-id-112</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/5b4838444424615e3fcfd1157e93b589-112.html#unique-entry-id-112</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Sunday, 1 May

Youth Orchestra of Prince William 3:00pm

Gar-Field High School

14000 Smoketown Road, Woodbridge, VA 22193


Monday, 2 May

Senior Scholarship Competition 6:30pm

St Paul United Methodist Church

1400 G Street, Woodbridge, VA 22191


Monday, 2 May


New Dominion Choraliers 7:30pm

Westminster at Lake Ridge Retirement Center

12191 Clipper Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22192


Tuesday, 3 May

Crookston Music Studio Harp Ensemble 1:00pm

McCoart Building Atrium

1 County Complex Court, Woodbridge, VA 22192


Wednesday, 4 May

Celebration Singers 7:30pm

Westminster at Lake Ridge Retirement Center

12191 Clipper Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22192


Friday, 6 May

Trois Amis Trio 7:30pm

Epiphany Lutheran Church

13495 Keytone Road, Dale City, VA 22193


Sunday, 8 May

Gold Cup/Senior Scholarship Recital 3:00pm

Student Recital 4:00pm

St Paul United Methodist Church

1400 G Street, Woodbridge, VA 22191


Flyer (pdf)
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Video from House Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-04-03T20:59:38-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d4041d23f81aff39b0e052c520248233-111.html#unique-entry-id-111</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d4041d23f81aff39b0e052c520248233-111.html#unique-entry-id-111</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[More pictures here!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Celebration Singers: April 1</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-03-29T23:04:35-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e5fcc3bdf8fd4ef5712ff1097d1a4cea-110.html#unique-entry-id-110</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e5fcc3bdf8fd4ef5712ff1097d1a4cea-110.html#unique-entry-id-110</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Flyer (pdf)
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Arts Alive: April 30&#x2c; 2011</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-03-23T22:32:23-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c0e8e8ab6cfc50c911285c2d6fd68dd2-109.html#unique-entry-id-109</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c0e8e8ab6cfc50c911285c2d6fd68dd2-109.html#unique-entry-id-109</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Here&rsquo;s what you can do:


	&bull;	&lsquo;Like&rsquo; the PWC Arts Council on Facebook and suggest the page to your friends.


	&bull;	Link to our new website, www.  PWCArtsCouncil.org, from your organization's website.   (DONE)


	&bull;	Post Arts Alive information on your organization&rsquo;s website.   See attached information.   (DONE)


	&bull;	Send an e-blast to your organization&rsquo;s email list.   See attached information.   (DONE)


	&bull;	Distribute/post event posters at local businesses and your own location.   These will be available next week.


	&bull;	Distribute/mail our event flyers to your mailing list or at your performances.   These will be available next week.


	&bull;	If you have a calendar of events, add Arts Alive to your Calendar.


Event Poster (pdf):
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Concert by Danielle Rose</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-03-19T09:14:43-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/94c84bd68f19548c15eee25951f88cdf-108.html#unique-entry-id-108</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/94c84bd68f19548c15eee25951f88cdf-108.html#unique-entry-id-108</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Download concert flyer here (pdf)  
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>National Convention Needs Support</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-01-31T22:11:52-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/bb0d480be2c35fd5ae860831bb9d174e-106.html#unique-entry-id-106</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/bb0d480be2c35fd5ae860831bb9d174e-106.html#unique-entry-id-106</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Woodbridge Music Club Members,


This message comes to us from 2 of our very own members, Cyndy Elmore and Susan Tury.    They are co-chairs for the NFMC National Convention that is coming up in June.    It is a tremendous undertaking to put on a convention such as this, and they are asking for our help to bring it off.    Please volunteer to do all you can to help out in some way or another.    I'm sure there are dozens of tasks that will need doing along the way, especially as we get closer to the June deadline.    In addition to physical tasks, Cyndy and Susan are asking our monetary support and suggest several ways to give that support.    Please consider placing an ad in the Official Program Book or simply becoming a donor.    Perhaps there are businesses that you are associated with that might support this effort.     Please read the note and attachment below.    Keep in mind the deadline date of March 31.


A message from Cyndy Elmore & Susan Tury, co-chairs for the NFMC Convention coming up June 6 - 12 in McClean, VA:


" We are in the final months of our planning for the 20ll Convention that the VFMC is hosting for the NFMC Convention in McLean, VA on June 6 - 12, 2011.    We need the support of every member to be able to accomplish this task.    We will need as many of you as are able to come to the Convention and also to assist us in many tasks to make this Convention a wonderful experience for you and the other attendees.    We are also enclosing several ways that each member or club can support this great endeavor financially.      You may, individually, by studios, junior clubs, board members or as a club, donate money in several ways: 1.   See the attachment for placing an ad in the Official Program Book.    2.    Have your name placed in the Official Program Book on the DONORS page by donating $25 for the Blue Level or $100 or more for the Gold Level.   We need everyone's support to make this a great Convention.


We need to receive this money as soon as possible.    The deadline is March 31, 2011.


Thank you.&rdquo;


Susan Tury & Cyndy Elmore


Convention Co-Chairs
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>February 19&#x2c; 2011</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-01-31T22:00:22-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d2a3d1205c6537d8a0960afc10b8cf9e-105.html#unique-entry-id-105</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d2a3d1205c6537d8a0960afc10b8cf9e-105.html#unique-entry-id-105</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Navy Brass Quartet


The quartet's repertoire includes works from the 16th through the 20th centuries, with many of the

compositions arranged by its members.   Directed by Chief Musician John P.   Schroeder, trumpet, the

quartet includes Chief Musician Stanley Curtis, trumpet; and Musicians 1st Class Philip J.   Eberly,

euphonium; and Anthony J.   Halloin, tuba.   Quartet members are often featured soloists on Navy Band

concerts and recital programs, including performances as part of the band's Music In the Schools program.


Saturday, February 19, 2011, at 7:00 PM


Westminster at Lake Ridge Retirement Center, 12191 Clipper Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22192


This concert is free to the public.


The Woodbridge Music Club is an affiliate of the Virginia Federation of Music Clubs, and the

National Federation of Music Clubs.   Our concert series is supported in part by a grant from the

Prince William County Park Authority.   The Woodbridge Music Club serves the citizens of Prince

William County by sponsoring performances, student recitals, and student music competitions.

Please visit our web site, WoodbridgeMusicClub.org, for additional information.


Flyer in pdf form ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>January 2011 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-01-31T21:30:09-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/20c10193b684ccbb22983cbb45b1678c-104.html#unique-entry-id-104</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/20c10193b684ccbb22983cbb45b1678c-104.html#unique-entry-id-104</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A Letter from the President


...Dear Fellow WMC Members,


The Woodbridge Music Club started off the New Year on January 15 with a delightful program at

Westminster at Lake Ridge performed by the Navy Windjammer Quintet.   The program was well attended and thoroughly enjoyed by the residents and others in attendance.   Thanks to all who helped in preparation for this concert.


There are a lot of student events coming up in the next couple of months as well as WMC programs and

...Below is a list of those upcoming events.   Please check your yearbook or on the web site for

...&diams; Tuesday, February 8 &ndash; 10:00 am Board meeting at the home of Betty McCary (1608 Ashford Place,

...&diams; Sunday, February 13 &ndash; 3:00 and 4:00 student recitals at St.   Paul United Methodist Church, (1400 G

...&diams; Saturday, February 19 &ndash; 7:00 pm Concert by The Navy Brass Quartet at Westminster at Lake Ridge

Center (12191 Clipper Drive, Woodbridge).   Should be great! 

...&diams; February 25‐26 and March 12 ‐ VFMC Festival at the Manassas Baptist Church (8800 Sudley Rd., Manassas).   The paperwork for this event has been submitted, and the teachers and students are in the final days of performance preparation.   If you are new to this event, please feel free to contact me or

another member who has taken part in the past.


&diams; Saturday, March 5 ‐ Kiki Thomaidis Piano and WMC Instrumental Competitions.

Monday, March 7 &ndash; WMC Vocal Competition.   All competitions to be held at St.   Paul United Methodist

...This is a wonderful opportunity for young musicians to compete.   Please encourage your

students to participate.   A mandatory winners&rsquo; recital is scheduled that Sunday, March 13 at 3:00

...TEACHERS, be sure your students know that in order for the winners to receive their certificates

and monetary awards they must perform the next day in the winners&rsquo; recital.   There will be no

...Applications are due to Betty McCary &ndash; postmark deadline is February 11. 

...&diams; Saturday, March 19 &ndash; 2:00 ‐4:00 pm Workshop (Taking Students to the Winning Level) at the McCoart Building (1 County Complex Ct., Woodbridge).   Workshop will be a panel discussion of questions

submitted by WMC members.   Teachers, please submit questions that you would like to be discussed to

Laura Riski and join us that day.   For complete information see attachment.


&diams; Saturday, April 2 &ndash; 5:00 pm House Concert at Leslie Bennett&rsquo;s home (12355 Hunters Grove Road,

...Please consider performing or simply attending.   Contact Katie Largent at

...There will be a short WMC meeting following the program.


I want to thank everyone who has helped make our club run so smoothly this year.   As we head into the

spring, I hope you will share some of your ideas for next year.   Remember to visit our web site for any

information concerning our club.   I wish you all a Happy New Year and look forward to seeing you soon.


...Elaine Brady, D.M.A.

President, Woodbridge Music Club

Web site: WoodbridgeMusicClub.org]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>February 5&#x2c; 2011</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-01-29T13:59:19-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/a8f0cf63fac9b49189b835ecf3bd77ca-103.html#unique-entry-id-103</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/a8f0cf63fac9b49189b835ecf3bd77ca-103.html#unique-entry-id-103</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Woodbridge Music Club Presents Music at the Potomac Library Community Room


Saturday, February 5, 2011


2201 State Route 642 Woodbridge, VA 22191-3309 


(703) 494-8126


Harp Music: From 12:00 Noon until 2:45 PM

From the Studio of David Crookston


Piano Music: From 2:45 PM until 3:45 PM

From the Studio of June Shuffett


Marimba and Vibraphone Music: From 3:45 PM until 4:45 PM

Performed by David Salisbury


Flyer in pdf form...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>March 5&#x2c; 2011</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-01-16T20:20:53-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/af7cdb26bd047d661a683af496c1009b-102.html#unique-entry-id-102</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/af7cdb26bd047d661a683af496c1009b-102.html#unique-entry-id-102</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Piano For Sale</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-01-16T20:17:04-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/80c0a21f40a36f69f5b861cebb3f0699-101.html#unique-entry-id-101</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/80c0a21f40a36f69f5b861cebb3f0699-101.html#unique-entry-id-101</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Quiet Nights Jazz site</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-01-16T19:59:26-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b7bbfabfaab7fc315ddfec56d552f8df-100.html#unique-entry-id-100</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b7bbfabfaab7fc315ddfec56d552f8df-100.html#unique-entry-id-100</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Postmark Deadline - Jan 29&#x2c; 2011</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2011-01-13T20:39:34-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/0370d4cda36c377e428f667cb6a39d84-99.html#unique-entry-id-99</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/0370d4cda36c377e428f667cb6a39d84-99.html#unique-entry-id-99</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Music Director/Accompanist Position</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2011-01-13T20:36:53-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7ef4b3454c159e846257c0d552873062-98.html#unique-entry-id-98</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7ef4b3454c159e846257c0d552873062-98.html#unique-entry-id-98</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>House Concert December 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-11-14T18:24:55-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/1751de0694829771b8ab585025056490-97.html#unique-entry-id-97</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/1751de0694829771b8ab585025056490-97.html#unique-entry-id-97</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear WMC Members,


It's almost time for our fall House Concert, which will take place on Saturday, Dec. 4, at 5:00 pm.    Elaine Brady will be hosting the event, and we have slots available for performers.    These gatherings are informal and quite relaxed, so there is not as much pressure as during our public performances.    We would love to have a big crowd of players and listeners.


Please let me know if you will be attending, either as a player or an audience member.    My e-mail address is KatieKT@verizon.net.    RSVP date is November 16, and we shall be reminding you again.


I am looking forward to playing on Dec. 4 and to hearing others' performances as well.


Best,


Katie Largent


WMC House Concert Chair
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-11-14T18:16:47-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/6e45716e91e22348f7f5a060c1fc412c-96.html#unique-entry-id-96</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/6e45716e91e22348f7f5a060c1fc412c-96.html#unique-entry-id-96</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra is welcoming dedicated musicians of all instruments - strings, winds and percussion.   Please contact Dana McCarthy, Music Director, for more information at dana@obco.org


OBCO's next performance is Saturday, December 4 at 7pm.   Covenant Presbyterian Church, 5640 Hoadly Road.   Rehearsals take place on thursday evenings at Covenant beginning Nov.   4.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Student Recital Pictures</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-11-14T19:57:21-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/a66fda72341bd5c355ad7e491df89aea-95.html#unique-entry-id-95</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/a66fda72341bd5c355ad7e491df89aea-95.html#unique-entry-id-95</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Pipe Spectacular</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-10-17T08:43:11-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/21dfe5fbbafa4a452df5f11db765e018-94.html#unique-entry-id-94</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/21dfe5fbbafa4a452df5f11db765e018-94.html#unique-entry-id-94</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[WASHINGTON NATIONAL CATHEDRAL


Sunday, October 24, 5:15 PM


3101 WISCONSIN AVENUE, NW

FREE ADMISSION AND FREE PARKING


Exciting performances by two national competition winners!


DONGHO LEE &ndash; 2010 Winner of the American Guild of Organists&rsquo; National Young Artists Competition in Organ Performance


DAVID BASKEYFIELD &ndash; 2010 Winner of the American Guild of Organists&rsquo; National Competition in Organ Improvisation


This event is sponsored by the Northern Virginia, DC, and Potomac Chapters of the American Guild of Organists]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>CHRISTMAS MUSIC</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-10-14T21:32:20-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/8e764776a44c9e4f082868c7e7415f9d-93.html#unique-entry-id-93</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/8e764776a44c9e4f082868c7e7415f9d-93.html#unique-entry-id-93</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Download this flyer for the details (pdf) ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>WMC Meeting/Potluck Dinner</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-10-14T21:23:46-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/da679b15bc11d04e6590af8118954f14-92.html#unique-entry-id-92</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/da679b15bc11d04e6590af8118954f14-92.html#unique-entry-id-92</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Download this flyer for the details (pdf) ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Musical Meditations</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-10-14T21:15:56-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e3f226801acc7132c86fa23641ee2e89-91.html#unique-entry-id-91</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e3f226801acc7132c86fa23641ee2e89-91.html#unique-entry-id-91</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Download this flyer for the details (pdf) ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Music Ministry Concerts</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-10-14T21:07:46-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/0a43f1010ae7d0c2f1c3192dbf1d5629-90.html#unique-entry-id-90</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/0a43f1010ae7d0c2f1c3192dbf1d5629-90.html#unique-entry-id-90</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Download this flyer for the details (pdf) ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Celebration Singers</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-10-03T22:26:28-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ba59a188502d9c634b2dd5b22dc7c274-89.html#unique-entry-id-89</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ba59a188502d9c634b2dd5b22dc7c274-89.html#unique-entry-id-89</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Concert Tuesday October 5, 2010, 7:30 p.m.


(Click on the link below to download the details in PDF form.)
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>September 2010 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-10-03T21:49:10-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/408c23ab247087d80303682008b7b797-88.html#unique-entry-id-88</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/408c23ab247087d80303682008b7b797-88.html#unique-entry-id-88</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Fellow WMC Members,


Here we are once again nearing the end of summer.   Hopefully you&rsquo;ve had some well deserved vacation time whether away or at home and are ready to embrace yet again another new year.   As your president, I welcome you back and, together with the other officers and board members look forward to working with you to make the Woodbridge Music Club the best it can be.   Thanks to the help of several very dedicated members, our 2010-11 Season is ready to go.


We will begin the year Saturday, September 25 at 7:00 p.m. at St.   Paul United Methodist Church (1400 G Street, Woodbridge).   The evening will include a delightful hour of music performed by our very own membership with selections featuring the piano, trumpet, violin, marimba, voice and organ.   Afterwards, we will have a social hour so that we can get reacquainted with each other and get to know those who have recently joined us.   Members are asked to bring some kind of goodies (appetizers, fruits, vegetables or desserts) for the tables.   We are offering something new this year at the first concert.   We will have tables set up in the lobby with information about other events and opportunities in the area.   Plan to come early or stay afterwards to peruse the tables.   If you are interested in advertising your &ldquo;Musical Opportunity&rdquo; please contact Laura Riski at laura@riski.biz by September 18, 2010.   Please join us on the 25th to support your club in this season opener.   Yearbooks will be available that evening as well.


(click on this link to download the entire newsletter in PDF form.)
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>NFMC - New Web Site</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-10-03T21:45:18-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/f812019bd8e622b7f8531b1d3b9b2a85-87.html#unique-entry-id-87</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/f812019bd8e622b7f8531b1d3b9b2a85-87.html#unique-entry-id-87</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[After several months of intense planning, multiple revisions, and enormous cooperation from SageRock Incorporated, it is my great pleasure to announce the launch of our new NFMC website:  www.nfmc-music.org. 

I invite you to view this website, especially the areas for which you are responsible.   As with any endeavor of this magnitude, it is important for all information to be accurate; therefore, please notify Jennifer Griffin of any changes that need to be made.

In addition to this website, we will soon be seen on YOU TUBE and other search engines.  

Many thanks to all of you who have contributed to the success of this project which will make NFMC information accessible to millions of viewers.

Lana Bailey 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Quiet Nights Jazz Trio in Manassas</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-06-20T11:40:19-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b416465f040080a7a337187a855a39f3-86.html#unique-entry-id-86</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b416465f040080a7a337187a855a39f3-86.html#unique-entry-id-86</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[My jazz trio, The Quiet Nights Jazz Trio, will be playing at the City Square Caf&eacute;  in Old Town Manassas this Friday, June 25, 7 - 9 p.m.   Come out and have dinner on the outdoor patio where we'll be playing or just listen from the sidewalk.   The City Square Cafe faces the train station just a few doors down from the Harris Pavilion.


 


  


David Salisbury


Quiet Nights Jazz Trio


703-772-3015]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Job Opportunity</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-06-19T11:30:29-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/de6d8765c4198e78360944da7d0c0be4-85.html#unique-entry-id-85</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/de6d8765c4198e78360944da7d0c0be4-85.html#unique-entry-id-85</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Grace Lutheran Church is looking for a permanent or even a temporary choir director.     Contact can be made with Ken Karkula at 703 730-3074.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Piano Camp</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-06-13T19:15:52-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/907211bdbc57ff2f93e1889074d3b123-84.html#unique-entry-id-84</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/907211bdbc57ff2f93e1889074d3b123-84.html#unique-entry-id-84</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Drum Roll&#x2c; Please&#x21;</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-06-08T20:24:35-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/14d93a67c69a735f33839ee44e59985b-83.html#unique-entry-id-83</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/14d93a67c69a735f33839ee44e59985b-83.html#unique-entry-id-83</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[You are Invited!


Gala Reception


Saturday, June 19, 2010


7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.


Hylton Performing Arts Center


Prince William Campus of George Mason University


10900 University Boulevard &bull; Manassas, VA 20110


The Quiet Nights Jazz Trio, David Salisbury on vibes, Bud Hearne on bass and guest John Mills on keyboard, will perform in the Gregory Room from 7:00 to 7:45 during this Gala Reception at the new Hylton Performing Arts Center.   David will also be conducting a performance of three numbers by the Youth Orchestras of Prince William percussion ensemble.   This is a fundraiser to help raise percussion equipment for the Center.


Advance Tickets: $25.00 per person.   ($30.00 at the Door)


Includes complimentary heavy hors d'oeuvres.


Cash bar


Hosted by:


Hylton Performing Arts Center


NOVA Manassas Symphony Orchestra


Youth Orchestras of Prince William


Dominion Woman's Club]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Next Year</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-05-29T14:23:35-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/925d8594b90e233a2a8cdbe333750b23-82.html#unique-entry-id-82</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/925d8594b90e233a2a8cdbe333750b23-82.html#unique-entry-id-82</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Reception hosts -  Sets up and mans the reception table for the concert.    The club will pay for the drink/napkins/cups, etc.    Receipts should be submitted to our treasurer, Pat Moler.    Members are asked to bring food (desserts, appetizers, fruits or vegetables) to the concerts.    Programs scheduled at Westminster at Lake Ridge do not require a table set up, therefore those months are not listed.    We need a host for each of the concerts listed below and an overall coordinator.


...September 25, 2010 -


...November 20, 2010 -


3.  

...March ?, 2011 -


...April 16, 2011 -


Reception coordinator - 


House Concert Coordinator - Sends out notices to WMC members, organizes and prints the programs, and coordinates with the host for each evening program (3 programs per year).


WMC Scholarship Competitions Committee (including Kiki Thomaidis Piano, WMC Instrumental, and WMC Vocal Competitions)  Contact the chairman for further information.


...Chairman - Betty McCary


...3.


CFC (Combined Federal Campaign) Chairperson - Work with Pat Moler, treasurer, in preparing the application to establish a CFC number for our club.    The application is due in mid January.  


Yearbook Editor -  Compiles and edits the WMC yearbook to be completed by mid-August.    This position requires computer skills.  


WMC Brochure Chairman -  Designs and produces the WMC brochure for the year.


WMC Activities Chairman  - Disseminates information to members at the October meeting concerning festival, scholarship competitions, student recitals, and any other student functions planned for the year.    Will function as the go to person for questions throughout the year.


National Music Week Committee - Organizes and coordinates WMC community events during National Music Week in May.    (See Laura Riski for details.)


...Chairman


...3.


WMC Historian Committee -  Each year in the past, the WMC has had a Historian who compiled  all the materials (programs, photos, newspaper articles, etc.) that related to Woodbridge Music Club for that year into a book.    This Achievement Book was then submitted to the VFMC each year.    This year I could not find anyone willing to take on that responsibility.     As a result we did not have a book to submit this year.    If you are interested in continuing this tradition, please volunteer to serve on the committee next year with the end goal of compiling a book which reflects our activities during the year.  


...Chairman


...3.


The positions that have been filled are listed below.    If you would like to help out in any of these areas please let me know.    Many of you may have expertise which could really benefit the club.


Arts Council Representative - June/Robert Shuffett


WMC Scholarship Competitions Chairman (including Kiki Thomaidis, WMC Instrumental, and WMC Vocal) - Betty McCary


Publicity Chairman - Robert Shuffett


Music Outreach Chairman - Shannon Catabui


Senior Scholarship Chairman - Cyndy Elmore


Workshop Committee - Laura Riski and Grace Reid


Student Recital Chairman - Grace Reid


Teacher Referral Chairman - Leslie Bennett


Program Design Chairman - Paul Brady


Webmaster - Bill Riski


Our Vice-President, June Shuffett, is the program coordinator for our club.   


Thank you.


...WMC President
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>St. Margaret&#x2019;s Episcopal Church - June 27</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-05-25T22:05:33-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/871dba0b19a5d31dd85fb3f70c5a1736-81.html#unique-entry-id-81</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/871dba0b19a5d31dd85fb3f70c5a1736-81.html#unique-entry-id-81</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Member News May 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-05-16T09:24:56-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2da617558b21c08be4108fd16aeee307-80.html#unique-entry-id-80</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2da617558b21c08be4108fd16aeee307-80.html#unique-entry-id-80</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>VFMC Convention Details Jun 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-04-24T12:50:10-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e9462c9ad6f8b28d630bbe138b24fd3d-79.html#unique-entry-id-79</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e9462c9ad6f8b28d630bbe138b24fd3d-79.html#unique-entry-id-79</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>VFMC Newsletter Spring 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-04-24T12:24:56-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9e71597a0be4771b6709703d342d2f0a-78.html#unique-entry-id-78</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9e71597a0be4771b6709703d342d2f0a-78.html#unique-entry-id-78</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Gold Cup &#x26; Student Recital May 2&#x2c; 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-04-24T12:15:05-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/54fbe202ca8807160d1613b6b914b3df-76.html#unique-entry-id-76</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/54fbe202ca8807160d1613b6b914b3df-76.html#unique-entry-id-76</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Woodbridge Music Club Members,


It's just around the corner!    The Woodbridge Music Club Gold Cup Recital and Student Recital.    Both recitals will be held on Sunday May 2, 2010 at St.   Paul United Methodist Church in Woodbridge, VA and mark the beginning of National Music Week.    The Gold Cup Recital is scheduled for 2:00 and is open to any students who have earned a gold cup this year.    There is no application fee for this recital.    A Student Recital is scheduled at 3:00 and is open to all members' students on their chosen instrument.    The application fee for this recital is like all the other student recitals - $7.50 per performer ($10 per family).     This is the first year we are offering a student recital other than the Gold Cup Recital in the spring.    This provides a springtime opportunity for all students to perform.    I am hoping that teachers will take advantage of this opportunity so that we can continue to offer it in the future.    All instruments/voice are welcome.  


 


Send the following information to Grace Reid, along with a check for the fees if applicable (made out to Woodbridge Music Club) by April 17, 2010. 


 


-Student's name, grade, age, level of study and/or festival level


-Accompanist or Duet partner's name, when applicable


-Composition and composer (first and last names)


-Teacher's name and telephone number


-Gold Cup to be received (for Gold Cup Recital only)


 


Students are expected to wear appropriate performance attire, arrive 5 - 10  minutes early, perform their pieces from memory, and bow when they finish playing.


 


 


Thank you!


 


Sincerely,


 


Mrs.   Grace J.   Reid ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Benefit Concert April 24&#x2c; 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-04-24T11:57:47-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ca6e9a4e9e9b9482564b92a343ec69ab-75.html#unique-entry-id-75</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ca6e9a4e9e9b9482564b92a343ec69ab-75.html#unique-entry-id-75</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[There will be a benefit concert given by Martin Berkofsky, a piano teacher in Warrenton.    He is a concert pianist who has performed at Carnegie Hall and has many widely distributed CD recordings to his credit.    Let people know about this wonderful opportunity to hear a concert pianist as well as to support a community resident.


WHAT:  Benefit Concert, sponsored by the Cristofori Foundation, for the 4-year old granddaughter of Rebecca Moore, a much respected music teacher in the area.    Her granddaughter was severely burned in a house fire and is now in intensive care.


Concert pianist Martin Berkofsky will present a benefit performance to help the family offset their urgent expenses.    Please join us for an evening of beautiful and inspired music and help a young community neighbor.


Location:  Grace Reformed Presbyterian Church


           (also known as Spriggs Rd Presbyterian Church)


           at 13201 Spriggs Rd, Manassas, Virginia, 20112


                         703-791-5555         703-791-5555


Date:         Sat., April 24, 7:00 p.m.


The suggested tax-deductible donation is $25.00


Further information is available at the Cristofori Foundation: 540-788-3356


Watch a video on YouTube of a Voice of America documentary on Martin Berkofsky]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>NDC Concerts May 15-16&#x2c; 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-04-19T21:34:49-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b2fc4c11861e241a48010030b9f1c713-74.html#unique-entry-id-74</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b2fc4c11861e241a48010030b9f1c713-74.html#unique-entry-id-74</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello!


 


The New Dominion Choraliers will present &ldquo;All Aboard!!!   Music of the &lsquo;20&rsquo;s, &lsquo;30&rsquo;s and 40&rsquo;s&rdquo; at Gar-Field Senior High School, 14000 Smoketown Road in Woodbridge, on Saturday, May 15th at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 16th at 3:30 p.m.   The show will be in the format of a 1946 radio broadcast, complete with commercials.   Also appearing will be the Fairfax Chapter of the Jubil-Aires Barbershop Chorus as well as Dance, Etc. of Woodbridge.   The Choraliers will debut the commissioned piece &ldquo;Canticle of the Choraliers&rdquo; written by local composer Andrew J.   Glick.


 


Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and seniors, and children ages 4 and under are free.   For more information, call 703-498-8906 or 703-590-2147 or visit www.newdominionchoraliers.org.   The New Dominion Choraliers receive partial funding by The Prince William County Arts Council/Prince William County Park Authority, The Cecil and Irene Hylton Foundation and The Meredith Foundation.


 


Hope you will come join us for this fun concert and pass the word on to others as well!


 


Thanks!    Colleen Eller, NDC Treasurer 


Concert Flyer (pdf)
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>National Music Week May 2-9&#x2c; 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-04-10T18:45:18-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/70331d23d21d21b9275d0646e11d175c-73.html#unique-entry-id-73</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/70331d23d21d21b9275d0646e11d175c-73.html#unique-entry-id-73</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The schedule of free events sponsored by the Woodbridge Music Club and planned for National Music Week (May 2 - 9, 2010) is attached below.

The Woodbridge Music Club, along with the National Federation of Music Clubs, recognizes the importance of music in the life of our nation and invites all &ldquo;friends of music&rdquo; to participate in this great week of celebration.

Celebrated nationally since 1924 during the first week of May, a different theme is chosen each year focusing America&rsquo;s attention on music as a dynamic means of communication between people and to serve as a satisfying channel of expression.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

 

Sincerely,

Laura Riski

National Music Week Chairperson, Woodbridge Music Club

laura@riski.biz


Schedule pdf ...]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Members News March 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-03-22T20:16:34-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/079871cae30d2f0bbaef332a82f4f8d9-72.html#unique-entry-id-72</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/079871cae30d2f0bbaef332a82f4f8d9-72.html#unique-entry-id-72</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Senior Scholarship Competition</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-03-17T20:52:47-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/815a23c36f95c14173895e5b4d4cd697-71.html#unique-entry-id-71</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/815a23c36f95c14173895e5b4d4cd697-71.html#unique-entry-id-71</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Keppelmann Harp Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-03-16T20:39:40-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/47a7500ea421fb86af7dceb150ddc28c-70.html#unique-entry-id-70</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/47a7500ea421fb86af7dceb150ddc28c-70.html#unique-entry-id-70</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Jeremy, age 17 began playing the piano when he was 5 and the harp when he was 7.   In 2005 he finished 3rd in the junior division of the Lily Laskine international harp competition in Deauxville France.   In 2007 he soloed with the Reno Philharmonic (the Handel concerto) in their master classic series.   In 2008 he appeared on the national public radio show, From the Top and just this past October (2009) he was the principal harpist in the Nevada Opera&rsquo;s presentation of Carmen. 


He currently studies the harp with Linda Rollo of Saratoga California and is preparing for the USA international harp competition that will take place at the University of Indiana in Bloomington in July of 2010.   This very prestigious competition involves 4 stages with nearly two hours of memorized music and a judging panel of 7 world famous musicians.


Jeremy lives with his parents Ed and Jackie and his very talented musical and athletic siblings Emilee (age 9) and Jakob (age 14).   In addition to music Jeremy loves skiing, swimming, and he owns two cockatiels named Biscuit and Honey.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Attacca Quartet Rescheduled</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2010-03-13T20:29:50-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/1dab1684c811681f2d46afb928fbbbad-69.html#unique-entry-id-69</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/1dab1684c811681f2d46afb928fbbbad-69.html#unique-entry-id-69</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[See the Programs page for more information.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>National Music Week</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-03-08T20:55:10-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/299883d398209eb98647853ce543d846-68.html#unique-entry-id-68</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/299883d398209eb98647853ce543d846-68.html#unique-entry-id-68</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[May 2, 2010	GOLD CUP RECITAL &ndash; St.   Paul UMC &ndash; Sunday at 2:00 pm 

and YOUTH ORCHESTRAS OF PRINCE WILLIAM 

Gar-field High School &ndash; Sunday at 3:00 pm

May 3, 2010	NEW DOMINION CHORALIERS 

Katherine Nelson-Tracey, Director &ndash; Westminster at Lake Ridge

Coordinator Kathleen Stansfield &ndash; Monday at 7:30 pm

May 4, 2010	CROOKSTON MUSIC STUDIO HARP ENSEMBLE

David Crookston and Selected Students

McCoart Building Atrium &ndash; Tuesday at 1:00 pm

May 5, 2010	June and Robert Shuffett at Emeritus

Coordinator Kay Chamberlin &ndash; Wednesday at 2:00 pm

May 6, 2010	SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON SANCTUARY CHOIR

Teresa Stackley, Director &ndash; Westminster at Lake Ridge

Coordinator Kathleen Stansfield &ndash; Thursday at 7:30 pm

May 8, 2010	DONNA BALDWIN PIANO CONCERT

St.   Paul UMC &ndash; 7:00 pm


Flyer ...]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Kiki Thomaidis Scholarship Competition</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-03-08T20:43:59-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/fbf58e04b99735383ae4109fd9e61a07-67.html#unique-entry-id-67</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/fbf58e04b99735383ae4109fd9e61a07-67.html#unique-entry-id-67</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Division I


3rd place Carlos Noel, El  Zaptead by Dennis Alexander, Teacher:  Elaine Brady


2nd place Matthew Kim, Treasures from the Sea by Martha Mier, Teacher;  June Shuffett


1st Place Dylan Muramoto, Conquistador by Jenni Whitley, Teacher:  Laura Riski


Division II


3rd Place Joyce Lee, Tale of the Tempest by Gretchen Heller, Teacher:  Elaine Brady


2nd Place Renfred Harper, Andalusian Rhapsody by Timothy Brown, Teacher:  June Shuffett


1st Place Christine Logan, The Firefly by Anton Bilotti, Teacher:  Elaine Brady


Division III


3rd Place Lauren Gall, Melodie op.3 no. 3 by Serfei Rachmaninoff, Teacher:  Elaine Brady


and Esther Quansah, Valse Brilliante by Glenda Austin, Teacher:  June Shuffett


2nd Place Laura Logan, Spanish Dance by Anton Bilotti, Teacher:  Elaine Brady


                        


1st Place Haley Vaseghi, Prelude II by George Gershwin, Teacher:  Lana Bailey
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2010-03-08T20:23:39-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/109b961a15ba0e7cd0dd9f138d39d32d-66.html#unique-entry-id-66</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/109b961a15ba0e7cd0dd9f138d39d32d-66.html#unique-entry-id-66</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Flyer ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>New Web Site for NFMC</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-03-01T21:44:25-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/73f432cd488d057ed08d17264cdfb97b-65.html#unique-entry-id-65</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/73f432cd488d057ed08d17264cdfb97b-65.html#unique-entry-id-65</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[NFMC BREAKING NEWS!

After several months of intense planning, multiple revisions, and enormous cooperation from SageRock Incorporated, it is my great pleasure to announce the launch of our new NFMC website:  www.nfmc-music.org. 

I invite you to view this website, especially the areas for which you are responsible.   As with any endeavor of this magnitude, it is important for all information to be accurate; therefore, please notify Jennifer Griffin of any changes that need to be made.

In addition to this website, we will soon be seen on YOU TUBE and other search engines.  

Many thanks to all of you who have contributed to the success of this project which will make NFMC information accessible to millions of viewers.

									Lana Bailey ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>House Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-02-17T22:17:01-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/3539ae86fae63b530c952342c639cb31-64.html#unique-entry-id-64</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/3539ae86fae63b530c952342c639cb31-64.html#unique-entry-id-64</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear WMC Members,


The next House Concert is March 13, 2010, at 5 p.m. at Elaine Brady&rsquo;s home.   If you would like to perform or attend, please contact Donna Baldwin (no later than February 28th).   Performers should provide the name(s) of their piece(s), movement(s), composer(s), and how long each piece is so that a program can be prepared.


Donna Baldwin, House Concerts Chairperson. 


Please consider participating in some way or other - whether as a listener or a performer.     These programs provide performance opportunities for those who wish to play and provide opportunities for members to gather together as a group.    I would like to have a brief club meeting that evening since we've not had one in a while.   I believe meetings provide cohesion to a group and I think that the house concert venue might be the perfect time.


House Concert - Saturday, March 13 - 5:00 p.m. - Home of Elaine Brady


I'm looking forward to seeing many of you on the 13th.


Sincerely,


Elaine Brady,


President, Woodbridge Music Club]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Member News Jan 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2010-01-19T09:20:19-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/cb648aa34a790e2fd7f858c82fc4f7a1-63.html#unique-entry-id-63</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/cb648aa34a790e2fd7f858c82fc4f7a1-63.html#unique-entry-id-63</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[WMC Members,


This is a reminder that there will be a WMC Concert on Saturday, January 23 at 7:00 pm at Westminster at Lake Ridge Retirement Center (12191 Clipper Drive, Woodbridge).    They have a wonderful facility there, and we will be entertained by the Classical FX Vocal Quartet.     I hope to see you there.


The Kiki Thomaidis application form will be coming very soon.    Its postmark deadline is February 8.   This year we have changed the instrumental division from winds to instrumental/voice.    This provides opportunities for instrumental and voice students that weren't there before.    I encourage instrumental and vocal teachers as well as piano teachers to enter students in this competition.


Thanks,


Elaine Brady]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>National Music Week logo</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2010-01-03T19:06:37-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/4afa52e3335211837631d92808e17ae0-62.html#unique-entry-id-62</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/4afa52e3335211837631d92808e17ae0-62.html#unique-entry-id-62</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Pianist Position</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-12-03T19:19:46-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/852517497191313c7001a756aa46073f-60.html#unique-entry-id-60</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/852517497191313c7001a756aa46073f-60.html#unique-entry-id-60</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We are looking for a pianist.    We have one service on Sundays at 10:00 am, and we'd like to hold choir rehearsals on Thursdays at 7:30 pm.    We would like to pay $175 total per week for the Sunday service and the Thursday rehearsal.    We would also like the pianist to play occasionally at special services (Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.), and he/she would be compensated for the extra services.


I appreciate any help you can provide for our search.    If you have any questions or would like additional information, please feel free to call or e-mail me.


Thank you,


Barb French


Parish Administrator


St.   Margaret's Episcopal Church


2610 Omisol Road


Woodbridge, VA  22192


(703) 494-1001


stmec@verizon.net]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Community Concerts</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-12-02T22:21:21-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/8ef6ca7975dc1fadc12fa34b19ded8d0-59.html#unique-entry-id-59</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/8ef6ca7975dc1fadc12fa34b19ded8d0-59.html#unique-entry-id-59</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[David Salisbury, a WMC member, be performing in a Holiday Concert this Saturday night and Sunday, December 5 and 6 at Hylton Memorial Chapel in Woodbridge with the New Dominion Choraliers and members of the Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra.   Performances are at 7:30 and 3:30, respectively. $10 for adults, $5 for students.


On Saturday, Dec 12, he'll be playing with the Quiet Nights Jazz Trio (David on drumset) as part of WMC&rsquo;s "Christmas Music in Occoquan" concert series.   Admission is free.


(date of events corrected)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Christmas Festival of Praise</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-12-02T22:05:19-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b46c5c5c88c33f672013078a912931f9-58.html#unique-entry-id-58</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b46c5c5c88c33f672013078a912931f9-58.html#unique-entry-id-58</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[


A CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL OF PRAISE

will be presented by

The Combined Music Ministry of 

ST.   FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHURCH,

18825 Fuller Heights Road, Triangle, Virginia on 

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18

at 7:15 P.M.

The Concert will include a 60-Voice Combined Choir of Adults and Teens, a 45-Voice Children&rsquo;s Choir, several outstanding Soloists and Instrumentalists.

The Concert is free of charge; however a free will offering will be accepted.   CD&rsquo;s of previous Festivals Of Praise will be available for purchase at the Concert.

For further information, call Janet Sarsfield at 703-221-4745 or contact by e-mail at janets@stfrncis.org or jmily@comcast.net]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Holiday Luncheon</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-11-17T22:40:07-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b8afc8f8a1f5773c743b3db3060b3b8a-57.html#unique-entry-id-57</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b8afc8f8a1f5773c743b3db3060b3b8a-57.html#unique-entry-id-57</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[WMC Members,


HOLIDAY LUNCHEON - Tuesday, December 8 at 12:00 pm at DAKS Grill (13641 Minnieville Rd., Dale City).    Please consider joining us if possible.    Contact June Shuffett at musicnowornever@aol.com or 703-490-1221.


Sincerely,


Elaine Brady, D.M.A.


President
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Nov 2009 Members&#x27; Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-11-15T23:22:37-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2009_Nov_15_Chan.html#unique-entry-id-56</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2009_Nov_15_Chan.html#unique-entry-id-56</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Allan Palacios Chan, tenor - accompanied by - Dr.   Patricia Parker, piano


Still photos can be found here.


<script type="text/javascript" src="http://wanimoto.clearspring.com/o/46928cc51133af17/4b00d3bc9c6a532a/46928cc51133af17/8e5b3bb5/-cpid/1bbeb8a2d0276913/-EMH/360/-EMW/648/widget.js"></script>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Student Recital</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-11-05T20:09:02-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7055b771599b3577714f102ec8c12bfc-55.html#unique-entry-id-55</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7055b771599b3577714f102ec8c12bfc-55.html#unique-entry-id-55</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[This is a final reminder about the upcoming Student Recital on November  22.     Thus far I have received entries from only 3 teachers with a total of 12 performers.    If you have students that would like to play in the program, please send me their information as soon as possible.    The deadline is November 7th.     Please write your checks out to The Woodbridge Music Club.    You can submit the information to me by email but send your check to me at the following address:   


 


Grace J.   Reid]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>November/December 2009 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2009-11-02T19:44:57-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/6b4fe647d028333b3062ff409e2eea6d-54.html#unique-entry-id-54</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/6b4fe647d028333b3062ff409e2eea6d-54.html#unique-entry-id-54</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The leaves are falling and the winter season is soon to be upon us.  

...approaching, and I can think of no busier time of year.    With that in mind, I thought I&rsquo;d try to 


stay ahead of things and send out the November/December newsletter before things really got 


...Our event for the month of October was the Piano Recital that my son, Sean and I presented last 


...YEARBOOKS &ndash; I will sit a basket on my porch with the remaining yearbooks (6842 Lochmere 


...If you have not received yours yet, you can 


...them to the house concert on the 7th and to the program on the 14th.  

...Here are some reminders about upcoming events for November and December:  


...Our first house concert will take place at the home 


...House Concert Coordinator, with performance information if you are able to play or if 


...Please plan to join us if you can.  

...invited to share a meal of Betty&rsquo;s delicious stew, dessert, and coffee.  

...will focus on vocal music as Tenor, Allan Chan, accompanied by Patricia Parker at the 


...The program will take place at St. 

...As always, it is free to the public but donations are appreciated.  

...you to spread the word to your neighbors, friends, and acquaintances about this 


wonderful concert and perhaps bring someone new with you that evening. 


...Our first student recital of the season will take place 


...opportunities for your students and additional revenue for our club.)  

...deadline:  November 7 to Grace Reid, Student Recital Chairperson at 


gjanddcbfamily@yahoo.com or by mail to 14531 Crossfield Way, Woodbridge, VA  


...Refer to the web site or your yearbook for more information. 


...We will be celebrating the holidays with a luncheon 


...Please join us if you are free that 


...(The survey regarding dinner vs. luncheon resulted in the choice for a luncheon as 


...&bull; Saturdays from November 28 to December 19, 2:00 &ndash; 4:00 pm.  

...WMC hosts a series of 4 community free concerts outside of Quinn&rsquo;s Jewelers in 


...can spend an afternoon in Occoquan, shopping for the Holidays and enjoying one of 


...Please refer to your yearbook for specific information. 


...If you intend to take students to the NFMC Festival in February, you must 


...Forms for those who have sent students in the past have already 


been mailed out and are due no later than November 30.    If you are a new member and 


would like to participate this year please contact Nathalie Steinbach at 


ymsfred@earthlink.net as soon as possible so you have time to receive the form and 


...If you don&rsquo;t have a festival bulletin or if you have questions concerning 


the festival please contact Margaret Hunt at 703-368-8766 or VAfestivalfairy@cs.com.  


Margaret knows anything and everything there is to know about the NFMC Festival.  


...The Logo will be used for National Music Week the first 


...The winner will receive a $50 card from Music & Arts.  

...(Music Outreach) Watch for an email and please keep track of all 


your volunteer hours and submit them to Shannon Catabui, Music Outreach 


Chairperson, no later than January 15, 2010 at scatabui@hotmail.com.  

...Music Outreach information was deleted from the yearbooks this year.  

...an attachment of the form for you to download and complete. 


...Don&rsquo;t forget to refer to the site for any and all information concerning the 


...If you have any pictures that we might use on the site please 


send them to Bill Riski at billriski@mac.com.  


...I wish you all a glorious holiday season, and I look forward to seeing you at one or the other 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Saturdays at Five&#x2c; Nov 7th - Cancelled&#x21;</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-10-25T23:33:15-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/45e3f9ea6f643813086cc388b2713fcd-53.html#unique-entry-id-53</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/45e3f9ea6f643813086cc388b2713fcd-53.html#unique-entry-id-53</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The November 7th House Concert is cancelled.   I appreciate hearing from those letting me know that they weren&rsquo;t available to participate this time.   Please stay tuned for the next house Concert.


 


Donna Baldwin


WMC House Concert Coordinator


Previously,


As you know, from Elaine Brady&rsquo;s earlier events notice, Betty McCary is hosting the November 7th Saturdays at Five House Concert.   Please let me know  by November 1st if you would like to attend or perform. 


If you&rsquo;d like to perform, please also let me know what pieces you&rsquo;ll play (title, movement(s), composer, and timing) so I can prepare the program.   Our house concerts are informal opportunities to try out new repertoire or to play polished pieces in a supportive environment, so anyone who wants to play should feel free to do so.   It isn&rsquo;t necessary to be ready for prime time!


 


Betty invites members to stay after the concert to share a meal and to socialize.   She plans to serve a delicious vegetable soup stew (I&rsquo;ve tasted it, and it&rsquo;s good!), dessert, and decaf coffee.   Those who would like to bring bottled water, crackers, cheese , or fruit to share are welcomed to do so.


 


It should be  a fun evening.


 


You can e-mail me at DonnaKBaldwin@comcast.net or leave a voice mail message at 703-791-7978.


 


Thanks!


 


Donna Baldwin


WMC House Concert Coordinator]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>CHRISTMAS MUSIC IN OCCOQUAN</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-10-17T12:40:22-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2009_Christmas_Occoquan.html#unique-entry-id-51</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2009_Christmas_Occoquan.html#unique-entry-id-51</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[CHRISTMAS MUSIC IN OCCOQUAN, 2009

The Woodbridge Music Club, in conjunction with Quinn's Goldsmith Jewelry Store of Occoquan, is pleased to present our annual "Christmas in Occoquan" concerts.  

Saturday, November 28, from 12 - 2 PM:

The New Dominion Choraliers

 

Saturday, December 5, from 12 - 2 PM:

The Sanctuary Choir

of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church

 

Saturday, December 12, from 12 - 2 PM:

The Quiet Nights Jazz Trio

 

Saturday, December 19, from 12 - 2 PM:

The Wesley Singers

of Grace United Methodist Church

 

All concerts are free, and will be performed in front of and/or on the balcony of Quinn&rsquo;s Goldsmith Jewelry store (located at 

199 Union Street, Occoquan, VA 22125).
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>National Music Week 2010</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-10-05T20:56:38-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/6591f54d90ad2b6095a938c7c3537d12-50.html#unique-entry-id-50</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/6591f54d90ad2b6095a938c7c3537d12-50.html#unique-entry-id-50</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Greetings!


National Music Week is May 2-9, 2010 and the theme is "Music...  A Key to the Future."    There are two items already in place for your students that you need to know about.


First, there is the nationally sponsored essay contest, open to grades 7-12.    I am enclosing that form and if you need another template, they are available at the NFMC site.


Second, we are searching among the talented WMC students for a logo to use on all materials to be published during National Music Week.    We may even have items available, for sale, with this logo on with proceeds going to our scholarship fund.    I am also enclosing this form, for you to distribute to your students.


If you do not receive either form, or have any questions, please feel free to contact me.


Thanks!


Laura Riski


703-670-8541
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Foreign Exchange Student Needs New Home</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-10-05T20:22:20-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/56cd61847b6b1a63acd3d537b654d1c3-47.html#unique-entry-id-47</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/56cd61847b6b1a63acd3d537b654d1c3-47.html#unique-entry-id-47</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Dr.   Brady and Ms.   Shuffett,


 


My name is Sarah Crockett and I work for Forte International a non-profit exchange association based in Washington, DC.    I am emailing you with a little bit of a strange question.    Currently we have a boy from China, Wen Zhang who is studying at Gar-Field HS for the school year.    We just found out that his host dad is being transferred out of town so we are looking for a new host family for him.    He will be in the US for the school year, however at this point we are looking for any family who is interested even if it's just as a more short term hosting experience. 


 


I thought that as the President & Vice-President you might be able to help spread the word about Wen and the possibility of finding him a family to other families and individuals in the Woodbridge Music Club.    Of course I would be happy to speak with you more and I can send you more information as well, but I just wanted to send you a quick email to begin with.    So, feel free to call or email with any questions and as I said I would love to speak with you further.    My phone number is 202-628-8226 and our toll-free number is 1-888-893-6783.    Again, I know this is a strange request, so I thank you for any help or guidance you may be able to offer.    I hope you have a great day and I look forward to hearing from you soon.


 


Sincerely,


Sarah Crockett


Program Manager


Forte International Exchange Association


529 14th Street NW, Suite 270


Washington, DC 20045


202-628-8226


202-296-8685 (fax)


sarah@forteintl.com


www.orgsites.com/dc/forte
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>October 2009 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2009-10-01T19:07:52-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/561ee644201d4b0e38378ffaa9f0d4bb-44.html#unique-entry-id-44</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/561ee644201d4b0e38378ffaa9f0d4bb-44.html#unique-entry-id-44</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear WMC Members,


I have attached a copy of the President's Newsletter for your review.    Newsletters can always be found online by going to our web site (www.  WoodbridgeMusicClub.org).     I have also attached a copy of the schedule of concerts for the 2009-10 Season.    Feel free to copy it and post it for others to see.


I hope to see you at the next Saturday Evening Performance on October 24 at 7:00 in St.   Paul United Methodist Church where my son, Sean, and I will perform two highly programmatic works from the 19th Century for you:  Pictures at an Exhibition by modest Mussorgsky (Sean) and Carnaval (me).


If you have difficulty opening this attachment please let me know and I will see that you get it in another format.


Sincerely,


Elaine Brady,


President


For copy of newsletter, go to ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Sep 2009 Members&#x27; Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-09-20T22:46:36-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/67d75ced4141e95ca811d46dbfefad8c-43.html#unique-entry-id-43</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/67d75ced4141e95ca811d46dbfefad8c-43.html#unique-entry-id-43</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[<script type="text/javascript" src="http://widgets.clearspring.com/o/46928cc51133af17/4ab6e87f220cc1d2/46928cc51133af17/8cecd370/-cpid/b3bc9fc08788e176/-EMH/300/-EMW/540/widget.js"></script>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>September 2009 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2009-09-06T23:32:43-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9cdc814e9e762a41cbc9c919f73a5ac2-42.html#unique-entry-id-42</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9cdc814e9e762a41cbc9c919f73a5ac2-42.html#unique-entry-id-42</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[September 1, 2009

Dear Fellow WMC Members,

Here we are once again nearing the end of summer.    Hopefully you&rsquo;ve had some well deserved vacation time whether away or at home and are ready to embrace yet again another new year.    As your president, I welcome you all back and, together with the other officers and board members look forward to working with all of you to make the Woodbridge Music Club the best it can be.    Thanks to the help of several very dedicated members, our 2009-10 Season is ready to go.  


We will begin the year Saturday, September 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (12975 Purcell Road, Manassas, VA  20112).    The evening will begin with a warm welcome for our new members followed by a delightful hour of music performed by our very own membership.   The program will include a variety of selections featuring the trumpet, violin, marimba, voice and organ.    Afterwards, we will have a social hour so that we can get reacquainted with each other and get to know those who have recently joined us.    Members are asked to bring some kind of goodies (appetizers, fruits, vegetables or desserts) for the tables.    Jean Sevon, Deborah Chappell, and Susan Tury will be our hostess chairpersons this year.    (They may be calling on you from time to time during the year to help with refreshments for the programs.)    Please join us on the 19th to support your club in this season opener.  


Yearbooks will be available for you before and after the program.    Please take the yearbook with your name printed on the front cover.     Peruse it at your leisure so that you don&rsquo;t miss anything the club has to offer as the year goes by.

We have some wonderful Saturday evening concerts on the agenda for this season:

October 24 &ndash; Elaine Brady, piano and Sean Brady, piano

		7:00 p.m.	...  Paul United Methodist Church


November 14 &ndash; Allan Chan, Tenor    

		7:00 p.m.     	...  Paul United Methodist Church

...January 23 &ndash; Classical FX Vocal Quartet

		7:00 p.m. 	  Westminster at Lake Ridge Retirement Center

...February 6 &ndash; Attacca String Quartet

		7:00 p.m. 	  Westminster at Lake Ridge Retirement Center

...March 20 &ndash; Leslie Bennett, voice

		7:00 p.m.	...  Paul United Methodist Church

...April 17 &ndash; John Schroeder, trumpet and June Shuffett, piano

		7:00 p.m.	...  Paul United Methodist Church


May 8 &ndash; Donna Baldwin, piano  

		7:00 p.m. 	...  Paul United Methodist Church

We have scheduled several house concerts (Saturdays at Five) in which members perform for each other in a relaxed atmosphere.    Please come play or just listen.    Numerous Saturday afternoon performances for our &ldquo;Christmas in Occoquan&rdquo; series are listed in your yearbook.    As the year progresses, information will be coming out about National Music Week concerts which takes place the first week in May.  

For your students we have four Student Recitals, the NFMC festival, the Kiki Thomaidis Scholarship Competition and Winner&rsquo;s recital, and the Senior Scholarship Competition. 

I am proud to be the president of the Woodbridge Music Club, and I take our mission seriously &ndash; to promote the performance and education of music in our community.    I urge all of you to encourage others to become members and join with us as we celebrate music in our community this year.     Any and all information about our club can be found on our web site at www.

...I hope to see you on the evening of September 19.  

...Elaine Brady, D.M.A.

...Woodbridge Music Club]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>WMC Members&#x27; Concert - Sep 19&#x2c; 7:30 P.M.</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-08-29T11:31:42-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/Member_News_29Aug2009.html#unique-entry-id-41</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/Member_News_29Aug2009.html#unique-entry-id-41</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear WMC Members,


 


I want to thank all of our club members who will be performing at this concert, which is definitely going to be a very enjoyable and exciting event.   At your earliest opportunity, please send a brief bio, along with the title of the compositions you will be performing, to Elaine Brady.


 


Below is the list of the performers who will be participating in our September 19 Woodbridge Music Club concert.   The concert will begin at 7:30 PM, and will take place at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, which is located at 12975 Purcell Road, Manassas, VA 20112. 


 


Sincerely,


 


June Shuffett, Vice President


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


The performers are:


 


Dr.   Frederick D.   Harper, Poet and Author


 


Carl D.   Ruck, Organist


 


Debora Madsen, Vocalist


Dr.   Patricia Parker, Piano Accompanist


 


Allison K.   Bailey, Violinist


Lana M.   Bailey, Piano Accompanist


 


_______________________________________________________________________


 


Intermission


_______________________________________________________________________


 


Dr.    Frederick D.   Harper, Poet and Author


 


David Salisbury, Marimbist


 


Leslie Bennett, Vocalist


Dr.   Patricia Parker, Piano Accompanist


 


J.   B.   Greear, Trumpeter


Deborah Chappell, Piano Accompanist


...*An opportunity to make a free-will donation to the Woodbridge Music Club will be provided at the concert.  
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>OBCO Concert August 15&#x2c; 2009</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-08-10T11:03:53-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/71023ccddb560d289819455ed0c954cf-40.html#unique-entry-id-40</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/71023ccddb560d289819455ed0c954cf-40.html#unique-entry-id-40</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[McKay Salisbury, son of WMC member David Salisbury, will be playing percussion with the Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra in a free outdoor concert.    This is an exceptional group and it should be a wonderful concert.


 


In case you are interested in attending, here's the information.


Please join OBCO for a free outdoor performance, "Let's Dance!"   at the Connaughton Plaza, Saturday, August 15 at 7pm.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Job Opportunity</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-08-06T21:38:05-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/dee09b6ab1b974234b0e2492646a94ba-39.html#unique-entry-id-39</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/dee09b6ab1b974234b0e2492646a94ba-39.html#unique-entry-id-39</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[This was sent to Grace Reid.    She asked Elaine to circulate in the WMC for possible interest.


Thank you for allowing me to share the needs of our church with you.    I appreciate your commitment to your church and your ministry there.   You mentioned that you may know someone who is interested in interviewing for the music positon in our church.   Therefore, I would like to give you the parameters of what I am looking for.


1.   The person would coordinate the songs for Sunday morning services.   We have an 8:30 and 11:00 A.M. worship service. 


2.   The person would also work from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. on Thrusday night to prepare the choir for Sunday.   We are not an advanaced choir so the music would be relatively basic songs. 


3.   The person will need to contact me at the following information for an interview.   We can discuss finances and music during that time.


Thank you for your help.


Pastor Chuck Clark


Faith Liberty Baptist Church


Woodbridge, VA 


Phone 703-399-1887 (cell)   church 703-680-7711


Email  cclark9904@aol.com
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Alfred Piano Teacher Workshop</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-08-01T12:14:21-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e05985a9cb9d3e3043d62ccdf241514f-38.html#unique-entry-id-38</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e05985a9cb9d3e3043d62ccdf241514f-38.html#unique-entry-id-38</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Alfred Piano Teacher Workshop featuring Dennis Alexander!


 


When:  Friday, August 14, 2009


 


Time:  9:00 AM-12:30 PM


 


Registration:  8:30 AM


 


Where:  Middle C Music


              4530 Wisconsin Ave., NW


              Washington, DC 20016


 


Contact:   Myrna Sislen (202-244-7326)


                  info@middlecmusic.com


 


Please register now before the workshop fills up.    Maybe a group of us can carpool (I am having hand surgery on August 10, so probably won't be up to driving),


 


Regards,


 


June Shuffett
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Job Opportunity</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-07-23T21:53:42-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/362af5164c23cb128e71b8177bb76a48-37.html#unique-entry-id-37</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/362af5164c23cb128e71b8177bb76a48-37.html#unique-entry-id-37</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi!


My friend and choral director at Osbourn Park, Betsy Hermann, is looking for an accompanist for the upcoming school year.    If you, or anyone you know, might be interested please call her at 703-361-5950.


Thanks!


Laura Riski]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Petronel Malan concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-07-08T21:23:16-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7d5acd90e0c82f89bc18163f0f0d1bad-36.html#unique-entry-id-36</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7d5acd90e0c82f89bc18163f0f0d1bad-36.html#unique-entry-id-36</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Friends,

Petronel Malan is playing a concert at Sacred Heart once again.    You do not want to miss it!

If you would like more information about Petronel, please go to her website at www.petronelmalan.com

Her program will include works of Haydn, Griffes and Rachmaninoff. 

Please put Saturday, September 26th at 7:30 p.m. on your calendar.    Share this information with everyone you know!

Thank you!

Sincerely,

E.J.   Cochran

Music director

Sacred Heart Catholic Church]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Foreign Exchange Music Students</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-07-08T21:10:46-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/5037aae4b7201fc32bb2c3cd14871c07-35.html#unique-entry-id-35</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/5037aae4b7201fc32bb2c3cd14871c07-35.html#unique-entry-id-35</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[My name is Diane Latvala and I am the Regional Director for International Experience - USA, a non-profit organization that is looking for host families for high school foreign exchange students.    I have lived in Prince William County since 1974 and retired from Potomac Hospital, in Woodbridge, 2 years ago,  after serving for 27 years.    I have placed and supervised foreign exchange students for the last 8 or 9 years (over 200 of them).    I live locally and have a passion for helping these students experience life in the U.S.     It's my own little sense of striving for world peace as we show them what this country really is about and learn what their country is about.


I am attaching a flyer of our musicians who would like to continue playing music while in the U.S.      I wanted to see if any of you could possibly send out my flyer, or make contact with any potential host families.     Information on our program is provided on the flyer and I am available to answer any other questions that may come up.  


I have some talented musicians who are academically very strong.     I hope that you will consider spreading the word to try to help me find host families for these students.     If you know of a family or can suggest other opportunities for me to find host families, please let me know.     If there is ever a time that I could talk to the orchestra students, their parents,  or have a table with information at an event, please let me know.     I would welcome the opportunity.


I appreciate your consideration and time.


Diane Latvala


Regional Director


International Experience - USA


Triangle, VA


(703) 441 - 1790 Home


diane.latvala@gmail.com 


flyer (pdf)
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>WMC Historian</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-07-08T21:03:22-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/48847a9ed1dd5d67dc01e484721f2433-34.html#unique-entry-id-34</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/48847a9ed1dd5d67dc01e484721f2433-34.html#unique-entry-id-34</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>June 2009 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2009-06-12T22:17:23-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9ec398a992f25173bc47593bc9a4e92d-33.html#unique-entry-id-33</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/9ec398a992f25173bc47593bc9a4e92d-33.html#unique-entry-id-33</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Letter from the President


June 9, 2009


Dear Fellow Woodbridge Music Club Members,


I have attached the final newsletter for the 2008-09 year.    If you haven't sent in your application and $45 dues for next year please do so soon.   If you cannot open the attachment, please let me know immediately and I will send it to you in another format.


Sincerely,


Elaine Brady,


President


Newsletter in PDF form ...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-06-12T22:05:15-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b282d38d5594e1b836b2c673c89d7955-32.html#unique-entry-id-32</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/b282d38d5594e1b836b2c673c89d7955-32.html#unique-entry-id-32</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[National League of American Pen Women Cordially Invites You to an Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration Concert


This concert will take place June 21, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. in the Joe Rosenthall theater, Building 29A, Fort Myer, Arlington, Virginia.   After the concert, join NLAPW for a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery to honor and commemorate the memory of Vinnie Ream.   For more information contact Jean Holmes at (202) 785-1997.


Details in PDF form...
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Leslie Bennett - 2008 Winner</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-06-02T20:06:12-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/1c7df5d64329703a2e4a7bb6e7304780-31.html#unique-entry-id-31</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/1c7df5d64329703a2e4a7bb6e7304780-31.html#unique-entry-id-31</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Article from Music Clubs Magazine, Spring 2009, page 13, by Ronald Bennett, Chair
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Host families needed for Foreign Exchange Students</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-05-14T11:07:08-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ca4eedb94cabf0ced2d2f5a181d0a6d0-30.html#unique-entry-id-30</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ca4eedb94cabf0ced2d2f5a181d0a6d0-30.html#unique-entry-id-30</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[From Beverly Hess, Executive Director Youth Orchestras of Prince William....


Host families needed for foreign exchange students.   Four students from Germany and one from Turkey are looking for families to host them for part of the school year next year.    These students all play an instrument (or two!).   If you are interested in finding out more information about these students and about hosting a foreign exchange student, please contact the office and we will send you more information.


If anyone wants more information they can get complete applications for any of these students directly from...


 


Diane Latvala


Regional Director


International Experience - USA


3173 Elm Ct.


Triangle, VA.    22172


(703) 441 - 1790     Home


(571) 334 - 4179     Cell


diane.latvala@gmail.com


 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Reston Concert May 9th&#x2c; 2009</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-05-05T22:43:08-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/45c497989611bc72313aa8e9c4fe3844-29.html#unique-entry-id-29</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/45c497989611bc72313aa8e9c4fe3844-29.html#unique-entry-id-29</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello friends and family!


&nbsp;


I hope that this finds you well!&nbsp;   I am happy to share you that I will be back home in VA for a soloist appearance with The Reston Chorale at their Spring Concert on Saturday, May 9.&nbsp;   The Chorale is performing Brahms' Ein Deutsches Requiem and it is sure to be a great concert.&nbsp;   The Chorale has been in existence over 35&nbsp;years and has an rich history of performing the great choral canon as well as commissioning and premiering new works.


&nbsp;


This concert also marks Maestro Fred Wygal's final concert as the Chorale's conductor, having served&nbsp;for 26 years.&nbsp;   It promises to be a moving and meaningful evening.


&nbsp;


The concert takes place at 8 p.m. at The Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, VA.   Admission is $20 Adults, $15&nbsp;Seniors & Youth.


The following link provides the information needed to purchase tickets and get directions.&nbsp;   Please scroll down to Spring Concert.


&nbsp;


http://www.restonchorale.org/concert_schedule.html


&nbsp;


If you are able to attend, it will be wonderful to see you!&nbsp;   Please pass along to friends and family and bring them, too!&nbsp;   Thank you!


&nbsp;


Rayanne Gonzales
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>May 2009 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2009-05-03T13:13:22-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c67bb0436c9596fbeadefc28f573e0f9-28.html#unique-entry-id-28</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c67bb0436c9596fbeadefc28f573e0f9-28.html#unique-entry-id-28</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Summer is just around the corner and with it brings the end of the 2009-10 year for the 


Woodbridge Music Club.    It has been an active year and I am looking forward to next year.   


...I have included a copy of the WMC Membership Application below and also sent it as a separate 


...This is a completely new form and includes questions that will enable us to better serve the 


members of the club.    Please take the time to complete it and mail it in by June 15 so that we can have 


sufficient time to prepare next year&rsquo;s WMC Yearbook and Directory.   


...The Woodbridge Music Club has grown tremendously this year.    We want to continue in this 


direction so that we have the resources to continue to bring in quality performing artists, provide teaching 


workshops, offer performance opportunities for our members in evening programs and house concerts, 


and provide more performance opportunities for our students.     Many of you are members or directors of 


...Please spread the word about our club and encourage others to join.   

...is a music organization for anyone who loves music.    Our membership includes professional musicians, 


music teachers, amateur musicians, and music lovers.    We welcome and encourage all to join us.   


...The Senior Scholarship Competition took place on April 20.    This competition is open to all 


...There was stiff competition and 3 winners were chosen.   


...       The House Concert on April 25 was another success.    Five members performed and we all 


enjoyed an evening of music and friendship. 


...National Music Week begins this coming Sunday, May 3.  

...week of enjoyable performances for the community.     Please join us to celebrate this wonderful event.  


...Paul UMC &ndash; 2:30 p.m. 


Youth Orchestra of Prince William County &ndash; Garfield H.S. &ndash; 3:00 p.m. 


...New Dominion Choraliers at Westminster Retirement Center at Lake Ridge &ndash; 7:30 p.m. 


...Crookston Music Studio Harp Duo at the McCoart Building Atrium &ndash; 1:00 p.m. 


...June Shuffett and Fellow Musicians at Summerville &ndash; 2:30 p.m. 


...Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Sanctuary Choir at Westminster Retirement Center at Lake 


Ridge &ndash; 7:30 p.m. 


...Evening of Salon Music (for high school students) at the home of Dr. 

...&ldquo;Music in the Park&rdquo; at Mamie Davis Park in Historic Occoquan from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.  


...       Guest artist, Makoto Nakura will dazzle us on the marimba in a concert at Westminster Retirement 


Center at Lake Ridge (12191 Clipper Drive, Woodbridge) on Friday, May 15 at 7:00 p.m.  

...that this is a new date, time, and place for this program. 


...       Our annual Spring Luncheon will take place on Tuesday, June 16, 11:30 a.m. at the Thai Orchid 


...The food and company should be great so if you are free, 


...       Our final house concert for the year will take place at the home of Leslie Bennett on Saturday, 


June 20 at 5:00 p.m.    All are welcome to perform.    These concerts are intended to be an opportunity to 


perform pieces you are currently working on in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

...The result is always an enjoyable evening with friends and colleagues. 


...Elaine Brady, D.M.A. 


President, Woodbridge Music Club 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>National Music Week</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-04-22T21:51:08-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/8ea6f3877807684d5330e840c8c36ca7-27.html#unique-entry-id-27</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/8ea6f3877807684d5330e840c8c36ca7-27.html#unique-entry-id-27</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[MAY 3-10, 2009

Music&hellip;Poetry of the Heart


<script type="text/javascript" src="http://widgets.clearspring.com/o/46928cc51133af17/4a14b9319f9f9062/46928cc5c9a3bdf/5e7d5573/-cpid/f756397f5abf956e/widget.js"></script>


Free Programs Supported by the Woodbridge Music Club for National Music Week 2009
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>New Dominion Choraliers</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-04-19T20:35:01-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/93f0831ffdf1693500b36d7ec54bd465-26.html#unique-entry-id-26</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/93f0831ffdf1693500b36d7ec54bd465-26.html#unique-entry-id-26</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Woodbridge Music Club recommends you consider this concert also:


NDC will be presenting our Spring Concert entitled:   Doo-Wop to Broadway, featuring fun music from the 50s and 60s on Saturday, May 16th at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 17th at 3:30 p.m. at Gar-Field High School on Smoketown Road in Woodbridge.


 


 


Colleen Eller


NDC
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Makoto Nakura&#x2c; Marimbist - Time Change</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-04-16T20:26:16-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d62a85b998d0aba285e0d9767fdc096b-25.html#unique-entry-id-25</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d62a85b998d0aba285e0d9767fdc096b-25.html#unique-entry-id-25</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[There has been a time change for the marimba concert on Monday, May 18 at Grace UMC.    It will begin at 7:30 PM rather than at 7:00 PM.


 


Thanks,


 


June Shuffett]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>House Concert April 25th&#x2c; 2009</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-04-11T18:58:57-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e2ee2fba12da0a79774ea038c1b8a1e4-24.html#unique-entry-id-24</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e2ee2fba12da0a79774ea038c1b8a1e4-24.html#unique-entry-id-24</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[This is a reminder that the next Woodbridge Music Club House Concert is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2009, at 5:00 p.m., at Elaine Brady&rsquo;s home.   All instrumental or vocal performances are welcomed, but two pianos will be available, so there&rsquo;s an opportunity for two piano ensemble performances as well.


 


Several performers are confirmed (marimba, piano, composition), but more performing and audience slots are available.   If you&rsquo;d like to attend, please contact me at DonnaKBaldwin@comcast.net or 703-791-7978 by COB April 17, 2009, so I can notify our host and so I can type up the program.


 


Thanks!


 


Donna Baldwin]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>St. Francis Of Assisi Church Music Ministry</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Community Announcement</category><dc:date>2009-03-22T13:45:05-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c657c7f450ed927983863b1ea06722f3-23.html#unique-entry-id-23</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c657c7f450ed927983863b1ea06722f3-23.html#unique-entry-id-23</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Photos Available</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-03-19T19:47:17-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7bd42d63825fe11ad498bd624d3c65f1-22.html#unique-entry-id-22</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7bd42d63825fe11ad498bd624d3c65f1-22.html#unique-entry-id-22</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Music Club Members:


The teachers and parents of the winners from this year's Kiki Thomadis Competition can request access to an on-line site where they can download or purchase pictures of their student or child.    Contact Bill Riski or Suzie Bastian for more information.    Some conditions apply:


	&bull;	Please only request or download pictures of your own child or students and 


	&bull;	don't put any of the pictures on a website or on the internet except for your own child.


We have special permission to put the pictures up on this WMC site (see the News entry below).
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>House Concert April 25th</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-03-15T17:36:35-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/1e86781dd6eb3eeda16b213477636bc5-21.html#unique-entry-id-21</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/1e86781dd6eb3eeda16b213477636bc5-21.html#unique-entry-id-21</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear WMC Members,


It seems there was some confusion about performance mediums for the upcoming house concert on April 25.    Everyone is invited to perform no matter what instrument is played.    It is great to have variety in a program such as this.    The fact that there are 2 grand pianos available simply opens up another option (two-piano music) for performance that is not always available.     Sorry for the confusion.


Elaine Brady]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Makoto Nakura concert date added</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-03-15T09:46:01-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/29794ac6b9ebec324597727d9f0685ae-20.html#unique-entry-id-20</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/29794ac6b9ebec324597727d9f0685ae-20.html#unique-entry-id-20</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[See the Program page for the marimba concerts by Makoto Nakura.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Kiki Thomadis slideshow</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-03-09T23:15:27-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e8534cdbb8e3f1674a765987baa9bbed-19.html#unique-entry-id-19</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e8534cdbb8e3f1674a765987baa9bbed-19.html#unique-entry-id-19</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>March 2009 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2009-03-09T23:20:46-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e089c934939f3a6c3413bd1143ff405c-18.html#unique-entry-id-18</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e089c934939f3a6c3413bd1143ff405c-18.html#unique-entry-id-18</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Here we are again with spring just around the corner.    The past few days have been beautiful &ndash; we&rsquo;ve been given a taste of warm weather in anticipation of what is to come.    Along with the movement toward warmer weather comes an onslaught of musical activities.      Actually this active period began at the end of February and will continue on through May.     I will recap for you those activities that have already taken place and then enumerate those that are to come.  


	&bull;	The NFMC Festival is almost completed with one final day of auditions coming up on Saturday, March 15.    Almost 1700 students will have participated in the three-day music festival this year.    Thanks to all who helped out in any way.


	&bull;	Congratulations to Leslie Bennett for winning 1st place in the NFMC Youse Composition Competition.    This is a distinctive honor, and we are proud to have Leslie as one of our members.    The WMC plans to present Leslie in a program of her works sometime next year.


	&bull;	The Kiki Thomaidis Scholarship Competition took place this past weekend, March 6-7.    The 9 winners were featured in a winners&rsquo; recital on Sunday at St. ...  At the end of the program, the students were presented their awards by Irene Cimino, a member of the Thomaidis family who founded this Scholarship Competition in their mother&rsquo;s memory.    What a treat to hear them all play.    Congratulations to winning students and their teachers.


Division I :  Jared Bastian, 1st place  (Dr. 

...Division II:  Esther Quansah, 1st place  (June Shuffett)


...Division III:  Carol Farn, 1st place  (Lana Bailey)


...	&bull;	Saturday, March 21  7:00 p.m.  -  The WMC will present Viscount Thurston in a piano concert at St. ...  The program promises to be engaging and well worth attending.    (Due to a family illness, Donna Baldwin will be unable to present her program as originally scheduled on that date.    We hope to reschedule her recital for sometime next year.)


	&bull;	Tuesday, April 14  9:30 a.m.  &ndash; There will be a board meeting at the home of Betty McCary, 1608 Ashford Place, Woodbridge.  

...	&bull;	Monday, April 20  6:30 p.m. &ndash; The Senior Scholarship Competition will take place at St. 

...	&bull;	Saturday, April 25  9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. &ndash; The preliminary auditions of the Mary Smart Competition will be held at the Manassas Baptist Church.


	&bull;	Saturday, April 25  5:00 p.m. &ndash; All members are invited to perform and/or attend a house concert at the home of Dr.   Elaine Brady.  (2 pianos will be available for performance of two-piano music for those who might be interested in doing so.)


	&bull;	May 3 &ndash; 10   National Music Week &ndash; Watch for a bulletin with information about all the concerts that will take place throughout the week.  

...	&bull;	Sunday, May 3   2:30 p.m. &ndash; The Gold Cup Recital will take place at St. ...  All Gold Cup Recipients and Senior Scholarship Winners will perform.


	&bull;	Friday, May 8   7:00 p.m.     National Music Week  &ldquo;Evening of Salon Music&rdquo; for High School Musicians


...We all remember reading about those evenings in the Romantic Era when musicians would gather together for an evening of song and socializing.    Wouldn't it be a wonderful idea to offer this opportunity to musically advancing high school students?    And what other wonderful time than during National Music Week? &nbsp;  Elaine Brady has offered her home the evening of May 8 for students to come together, share their craft, and enjoy some refreshments.    It would be an informal gathering &ndash; a chance to perform and meet others who have a similar interest in music.    We are looking for a variety of music and instruments, so all are welcome.    Please send me a list of names and contact information (address, phone number, email address) of students who might want to participate in this event.    I would like to personally invite each of them.    If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to contact me and please respond ASAP, so that I can make final arrangements for the evening.  

...Friday, May 15   7:00 p.m.  &ndash; You won&rsquo;t want to miss an electrifying performance of Makota Nakura on the marimba at Westminster at Lake Ridge, 12191 Clipper Drive, Woodbridge.    Please note the new date, time and place for this program.


Next year&rsquo;s WMC application form will be coming out in the next few months.    When it comes, please be sure to complete the NEW Application form and send it in with your dues for next year.     Remember that it is only through the recruitment of new members that a club can continue to grow.    Spread the word about our club and encourage others to join.    Please share with us your ideas for programs, workshops, and other types of offerings that we might incorporate in the future and continue to check on the website for any news or information about the Woodbridge Music Club.    (All of these newsletters can be found on that site.)
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Kiki Thomadis Competition</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-03-08T21:43:40-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/55a6c89843e0058e15114c55a1bd2d00-17.html#unique-entry-id-17</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/55a6c89843e0058e15114c55a1bd2d00-17.html#unique-entry-id-17</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Music Club Members:


The following are the winners of this year's 


Kiki Thomadis Competition


Division I                                                                   


(Teacher)


1st Place - Jared Bastian - (Elaine Brady)


2nd Place - Renfred Harper - (June Shuffett)


3rd Place - Sunny Zheng - (June Shuffett)


Division II


1st Place - Esther Quansah - (June Shuffett)


2nd Place - Laura Logan - (Elaine Brady)


3rd Place  - Haley Vaseghi - (Lana Bailey)


Division III


1st Place  - Carol Farn - (Lana Bailey)


2nd Place - Leanna Smithberger - (Elaine Brady)


3rd Place - Elaine Lewis - (Emily Baird)
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Change in March 21st Program</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-03-08T21:28:18-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/dc02fc20394508ea5d1893ca81a30717-16.html#unique-entry-id-16</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/dc02fc20394508ea5d1893ca81a30717-16.html#unique-entry-id-16</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Friends and Members of the Woodbridge Music Club,


 


Our next concert is on Saturday, March 21, at 7 PM.    Pianist Viscount Thurston will be presenting the exciting program (attached).    Mr.   Thurston graciously agreed--on short notice--to fill in for Donna Baldwin, who's concert had to be postponed, due to a family emergency.


 


June Shuffett 


 


Jump to program]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>January 2009 Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2009-03-05T00:13:34-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e80a24a7fa1465314ac929370e81c8eb-15.html#unique-entry-id-15</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e80a24a7fa1465314ac929370e81c8eb-15.html#unique-entry-id-15</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A letter from the President


January 27, 2009


Dear Fellow WMC Members,


The Woodbridge Music Club started off the New Year last Saturday with a delightful program at Westminster at Lake Ridge performed by the Navy Band Brass Quartet.    The program was very well attended and thoroughly enjoyed by the residents and others in attendance.    Thanks to all who helped in preparation for this concert.  


With the New Year also comes new resolutions, and one of mine is to continue to keep you informed about musical events associated with our club.    There are a lot of student events coming up in the next couple of months as well as WMC programs and meetings.    Below is a list of those upcoming events.    Please check in your yearbook or on the web site for additional information.


The second student recital of the Season will take place on Sunday, February 8 at 2:30 p.m. (note the time change!)   in St.   Paul United Methodist Church, (1400 G Street, Woodbridge).


There will be a Board meeting at the home of Betty McCary  (1608 Ashford Place, Woodbridge) on Tuesday, February 10 at 9:30 a.m.


The VFMC Festival will take place on February 20-21 and on March 14 at the Manassas Baptist Church (8800 Sudley Rd., Manassas).    All paperwork for this event has been submitted, and the teachers and students are in the final days of performance preparation.    If you are new to this event, please feel free to contact me or another member who has taken part in the past.  


The Kiki Thomaidis Scholarship Competition is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, March 6 and 7 at St.   Paul United Methodist Church.    This is a wonderful opportunity for music students to compete.    A mandatory winners&rsquo; recital is scheduled that Sunday, March 8 at 2:30 p.m.     TEACHERS, be sure your students know that in order for the winners to receive their certificates and monetary awards they must perform the next day in the winners&rsquo; recital.    There will be no exceptions.


Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 21 when Donna Baldwin will present an evening of piano music at 7:00 p.m. in St.   Paul United Methodist Church.    The program should be great.    It is free and open to the public, but donations are appreciated as always.    Please plan to attend and perhaps bring along a neighbor, friend, or potential new member.


I want to thank everyone who has helped make our club run so smoothly this year.     As we head into the spring, I hope you will share some of your ideas for next year.    Remember to visit our web site for any information concerning or related to our club.    I wish you all a Happy New Year and look forward to seeing you soon.


Musically,


Elaine Brady, D.M.A.


President, Woodbridge Music Club


Web site:  WoodbridgeMusicClub.org 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Print Blank Sheet Music</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Tips</category><dc:date>2009-03-04T23:31:22-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ff6c5c6dc76a54696e128fdd23f6ead5-14.html#unique-entry-id-14</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ff6c5c6dc76a54696e128fdd23f6ead5-14.html#unique-entry-id-14</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2008 Year in Review</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-01-11T23:22:13-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ba36b04667c85d8131d8c85bca253978-13.html#unique-entry-id-13</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ba36b04667c85d8131d8c85bca253978-13.html#unique-entry-id-13</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We are proud of the performances this year.    Here&rsquo;s a short compilation of our activities.   Enjoy!


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]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>WMC &#x22;News&#x22; page is now RSS Enabled</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2009-01-11T22:54:14-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e59567f52db8af8109efba613db1bf5e-12.html#unique-entry-id-12</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e59567f52db8af8109efba613db1bf5e-12.html#unique-entry-id-12</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Woodbridge Music Club "News" page is now RSS enabled.    This means you can subscribe to this page and use your favorite 'feed reader' (e.g., Google Reader, NetNewsWire, etc.) to have updates to that page come to you!    See a video that explains RSS feeds in simple terms at this site, and contact the WMC webmaster if you need more information or help.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Fredericksburg Young Artists Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2009-01-11T22:14:56-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/51ad9180ad724edecc74a0620704746b-11.html#unique-entry-id-11</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/51ad9180ad724edecc74a0620704746b-11.html#unique-entry-id-11</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Fredericksburg Festival of the Arts presents


Young Artist Competition Finals Concert

Saturday, January 17, 2009

7:30 PM

Chancellor Baptist Church

11324 Gordon Road, Spotsylvania 

      

Featuring

Violin, cello, flute, and piano soloists

and music of 

Chopin, Mozart, Debussy, Bruch, Elgar, Chaminade, Ravel, Liszt, Khachaturian

First place: Solo performance with Local Orchestra and $500 cash

Second place: $500 savings bond 

Third place: $200 savings bond 

Admission Charge:  $5

Reception following the concert

For further information email bizdirector.ffa@verizon.net 

Or call 540-374-5040


Information in PDF form: ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Music in Poetry Contest</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Teachers</category><dc:date>2008-12-10T23:24:26-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2252e956310fa3be6bd8e87ea09da5b7-10.html#unique-entry-id-10</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2252e956310fa3be6bd8e87ea09da5b7-10.html#unique-entry-id-10</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Every year the National Federation of Music Clubs sponsors the Angie Greer Music In Poetry Contest for Juniors.    This is a wonderful opportunity for your students to be creative in a different way.  


The general rules and application can be found in the NFMC Manual on page 114 and 114a.   If you need copies, please let me know.    Your teachers should be informed of this contest and the application should be made available to them.


The rules are as follows:


1.    The poem must be an original, unpublished creation of the entrant.


2.    Any form of poetry is acceptable.    The poem should have a musical theme.


3.    The poem should be no longer than 30 lines and no shorter than 8 lines.


4.    The poem must be typed on white paper and have a title


5.    The state chairman must receive the poem mo later than February 15


6.    Complete the application and attach it to the poem.


 


Please let me know if you have any further questions,


Marcia Chaplin


District Director


Music In Poetry Chairman


1807 Batten Hollow Road


Vienna, VA 22182


P.S.


The application form can be downloaded from the NFMC website.    Look for the Angie Greer Music in Poetry contest near the bottom of the page. 


 


Thank you,


Elaine Brady, D.M.A.


President


Woodbridge Music Club
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Festival of Praise</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2008-12-01T22:27:19-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7626341b31b008d08425f17a7e5b6c8a-9.html#unique-entry-id-9</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/7626341b31b008d08425f17a7e5b6c8a-9.html#unique-entry-id-9</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[FESTIVAL OF PRAISE - 2008

St.   Francis of Assisi Music Ministry will present their annual Christmas Festival of Praise on Friday, December 19, at 7:15 p.m. in the Church followed by a reception in the school dining hall.

The Concert will include the Adult Choir, Teen/Young Adult Choir, Worship Ensemble, Christmas Children&rsquo;s Choir, Soloists and Instrumentalists.   Don&rsquo;t miss this joyful, exciting evening of Christmas Praise for the entire family. 

The Concert is free of charge.     CD&rsquo;s of the 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 Festival of Praise will be available for purchase at $20 for each Double CD Set. 

St.   Francis Church is located at 18825 Fuller Heights Road in Triangle, Virginia. 

For further information, contact WMC Member Janet Sarsfield, Director Of Music for St.   Francis of Assisi Music Ministry, at 703-221-4745 or by e-mail at jmily@comcast.net.     The Church Office number is 703-221-4044.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>December Addendum</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-12-01T22:02:50-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e52436c9c611d606cfa320e1c43a76f0-8.html#unique-entry-id-8</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e52436c9c611d606cfa320e1c43a76f0-8.html#unique-entry-id-8</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A December Addendum from the President

December 1, 2008

November WMC events:

&bull;	Our first house concert of November 8 was an evening enjoyed by all.    Six members took part in the program (John Schroeder, Donna Baldwin, David Salisbury, Robert Shuffett, June Shuffett and Elaine Brady) with a total of twelve members in attendance.    The music was great, and the food and company afterward was delightful.    I look forward to the next house concert on April 25, 2009.

&bull;	The Pelel/delPino concert on the 15th was phenomenal.    The program was reasonably well attended, but I wish more could have been there to experience such a program.    Thanks to all who helped make the evening a success.  

&bull;	Our first student recital on November 23 went well.  31 students from 6 different teachers played, and all performed without difficulty.    The level of performance clearly illustrates the quality of teaching in our membership.    I encourage all teachers to have their students participate in the next recital (February 8 at 2:30 p.m. not 7:00 as originally stated in the yearbook.)    The experience for the student is tremendous, and the additional revenue for our club is very helpful.

Here are some reminders about upcoming events:

&bull;	Our holiday luncheon is coming up on Tuesday, December 9.    Participation in this event seems to be down.    I know this is a very busy time of year, but if you are free at 11:30 a.m. that day, please plan to join us at Osprey&rsquo;s Landing Restaurant (401 Belmont Bay Drive, Woodbridge 22191).    Call or email June Shuffett for reservations and meal choices ASAP.

&bull;	Saturday afternoon &ldquo;Concerts at Occoquan&rdquo; take place in front of Quinn&rsquo;s jewelers (199 Union Street, Occoquan).     There are 3 remaining concerts:

December 6      2:00-4:00 p.m.        St.   George Episcopal Church Choir    

December13    12:00-2:00 p.m.       St.   Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church Choir

December 20   12:00-2:00 p.m.       Grace United Methodist Church Choir

&bull;	Volunteer Hours (Music Outreach) are due to Shannon Catabui no later than January 15, 2009.    Watch for an email from her.    Refer to the yearbook for more information and form.

Remember to frequently check our web site (WoodbridgeMusicClub.org) for club news and information.    I wish you all a wonderful holiday season.    Look for more WMC news next year!

Musically,

Elaine Brady, D.M.A.

President

Woodbridge Music Club]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>November Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-12-01T21:51:54-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d1e0be86113af894643d576a057ee8b7-7.html#unique-entry-id-7</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/d1e0be86113af894643d576a057ee8b7-7.html#unique-entry-id-7</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A letter from the President	


November 6, 2008


Dear WMC Members,


The leaves have fallen and the winter season is soon to be upon us.    The holidays are fast approaching, and I can think of no busier time of year.    With that in mind, I thought I&rsquo;d try to stay ahead of things and send out the November/December newsletter before things really got going.  


Our event for the month of October was the District II Meeting of the Virginia Federation of Music Clubs.    This year our club hosted the meeting which took place on October 17.    The entertainment was provided by Betty McCary in a presentation entitled the &ldquo;World of Wanda Landowska&rdquo;.    It was enjoyed by all as was the lovely luncheon that followed.    Many thanks go out to Betty for her wonderful performance and Cyndy Elmore for her efforts in planning and setting up the luncheon. 


Here are some reminders about upcoming events:


	◦	Our first house concert will take place this coming Saturday, November 8, at 5 p.m. at the home of Dr.   Elaine Brady.     Donna Baldwin has assembled a lovely program of five or so members.    If you are free, please join us.    Everyone is asked to bring an appetizer or dessert to share.    Refer to the &ldquo;House Concert&rdquo; email for address and directions.


	◦	An evening of cello and piano with Amit Peled and Daniel del Pino will be presented on Saturday, November 15 at 7:30 at St.   Paul United Methodist Church in Woodbridge.    The program is free and open to the public but donations are appreciated.    I urge you to spread the word to your neighbors, friends, and acquaintances about this wonderful concert and perhaps bring someone new with you that evening.


	◦	Our first student recital of the season will take place on Sunday, November 23 at 2:30 p.m. in St.   Paul United Methodist Church, Woodbridge.     (Please consider entering your students in the student recitals.    These programs provide additional performance opportunities for your students and additional revenue for our club.)    Submit your entries to Dr.   Elaine Brady by November 8.    Refer to your yearbook for more information.


	◦	Our holiday luncheon is coming up on Tuesday, December 9.    We are planning to go to Osprey&rsquo;s Landing Restaurant (401 Belmont Bay Drive, Woodbridge 22191) at 11:30 a.m.    Please join us if you are free that morning.


	◦	Every year the WMC hosts a series of community free concerts in Occoquan during the Christmas Season.    They take place on Saturdays from Thanksgiving until Christmas.    Perhaps you can spend an afternoon in Occoquan, shopping for the Holidays and enjoying one of these concerts!    Please refer to your yearbook for specific information.


A final reminder concerning the NFMC festival for students:  You must federate your class if you intend to have your students participate in the festival.    Contact Natalie Steinbach (ymsfred@earthlink.net) for the form to federate your class.    Complete it and mail it in by November 30.    Also, contact Margaret Hunt (703-368-8766) about festival specifics &ndash; student applications, turn-in dates, etc.


Watch for an email concerning Volunteer Hours.    (Music Outreach)  Please keep track of all your hours and submit them to Shannon Catabui no later than January 15, 2009.    Refer to the yearbook for the form and other specifics. 


Our web site, WoodbridgeMusicClub.org, is fantastic.    Many thanks to our web master, Bill Riski, for all the time and effort he has put into building and maintaining our web site.    If you have any pictures that we might use on the site please send them to Bill at billriski@mac.com.    Don&rsquo;t forget to refer to the site for such things as program information and newsletters.  


I wish you all a glorious holiday season, and I look forward to seeing you at one or the other WMC event.


...Elaine Brady, D.M.A.


...Woodbridge Music Club
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Music Saturday Night at Mateo&#x27;s</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Member News</category><dc:date>2008-11-23T20:45:01-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/f91d3a87cfe6f8ef04ba6fbc708fd6cd-6.html#unique-entry-id-6</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/f91d3a87cfe6f8ef04ba6fbc708fd6cd-6.html#unique-entry-id-6</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear friends,


 


I'd like to let you know that I'm now playing at Mateo's Santa Fe Cafe in Montclair on selected Saturday nights through Dec 27.    If you'd like to enjoy some really great Mexican food as well as listen to my vibraphone playing, try to come out on one of the following dates.    I only play from 7:00 - 8:00.


 


Best,


 


Dave


 


 


 


Now, through Dec.   27, 2008


Live Saturday Night Jazz featuring David Salisbury, Jazz Vibes


7:00 &ndash; 8:00 on these Saturdays: Nov.   22, 29, Dec 20, 27


http://www.myspace.com/davidsalisburysolo


 


Mateo&rsquo;s Sante Fe Cafe


5081 Waterway Dr, Montclair, VA 22025


http://www.mateossantafecafe.net/]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Nov 23: First Student Recital</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Teachers</category><dc:date>2008-11-18T22:53:27-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ecfd6d25cd51f3e5b82a280887092ff8-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/ecfd6d25cd51f3e5b82a280887092ff8-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Dear Members,


 


The first student recital of the year will take place this coming Sunday, November 23 at 2:30 p.m. at St.   Paul United Methodist Church.    Please ask your students to arrive about 10 minutes ahead of time and wear appropriate performance attire - not jeans or t-shirts or tennis shoes.    Please remind them that they should bow when they finish playing.    All students will sit together in the front in their assigned seats.    I will be there to direct them.    There were 7 teachers who sent students with a total of 30 performers.    Most of these pieces are beginner works and very short (1 minute or less).    Should be a nice program. 


 


Participating teachers include:


 


Lana Bailey


Elaine Brady


Betty McCary


Pat Moler


Patty Parker


Susan Price


David Salisbury


 


If you sent me entries and your name does not appear here, please get in touch with me. 


 


I encourage all teachers to enter students in these recitals.    It would be nice to have a variety of instruments and voice as well.    If we have an overabundance of entries I can divide them into 2 shorter programs at 2:00 and 3:15 rather than one program at 2:30.


 


See you Sunday.


 


Elaine Brady 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Oct 17: District II Meeting</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Meeting</category><dc:date>2008-10-14T19:36:58-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/21584f4230a7cb3b233b6bc8725d62f1-4.html#unique-entry-id-4</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/21584f4230a7cb3b233b6bc8725d62f1-4.html#unique-entry-id-4</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Nov 8: Saturdays at Five Concert</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Concert</category><dc:date>2008-10-10T23:11:10-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c543fc37d5d2aa61d441182e69a0ed8e-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/c543fc37d5d2aa61d441182e69a0ed8e-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Members Only!


The first Woodbridge Music Club (WMC) Saturdays at Five House Concert of the season will be on November 8th at 5 p.m. at Betty McCary&rsquo;s home.   She has a lovely new grand piano that several of us had the pleasure playing last season.   This concert will focus on music by American composers.   So far, expected performances include a work by composed by a WMC member, a vibraphone solo, a piano duet, and some piano solos.   If you&rsquo;d like to perform or attend, please contact me at DonnaKBaldwin@comcast.net.


 


Betty will serve her delicious Fall vegetable soup and a dessert, along with decaf coffee.    Members are asked to bring cheese, crackers, bottle water, drinks, or any little finger foods that would go with the menu to share.   Members will be welcomed to have a light supper or to nibble on the snacks, as they wish. 


 


There&rsquo;s still room on the program if you&rsquo;d like to perform or attend, so please contact me by Friday, October 14th to reserve a spot.


 


Thanks!


 


Donna Baldwin


WMC House Concert Coordinator
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>October Newsletter</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-10-02T20:05:02-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/5e3ef72c607cb8f1491c7ac58c31896a-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/5e3ef72c607cb8f1491c7ac58c31896a-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We have gotten off to a great start in the 2008-09 Season.    Our first program on September 20 was a tremendous success.    The turnout was great and the performances were well received.    Many thanks to all who helped make the evening a success.  


Members received their yearbooks that evening.    We have yearbooks left for the following members:  Baird, Bennett, Bloomer, Catabui, Crookstons, Darnell, Ellsmore, Lenau, Marino, Moehlenkamp, Nelson-Tracey, Ruck, Whittle.    If your name does not appear here and you did not receive your book, please let me know, and we will see that one is set aside for you.    Yearbooks can be picked up at my home (6842 Lochmere Dr., Manassas, VA  20112).     I will leave them in a basket on the porch.    Please contact me for directions or if you have a problem coming by.


	Our next event is the District II board meeting on Friday, October 17 at 10:00 a.m. in St. ...  All members are invited to attend.    Betty McCary will present a program entitled &ldquo;The World of Wanda Landowska&rdquo;.    A meeting will follow with a pot luck luncheon afterwards.    Please come support your club and find out what goes on in other clubs in our district.    Cyndy Elmore has taken charge of the set up for the luncheon.    If you would like to help, please contact her.


...If you intend to take students to the NFMC festival in February, you must federate your class.    Forms for those who have sent students in the past have already been mailed out and are due on November 30.    If you are a new member and would like to participate this year please contact Natalie Steinbach at ymsfred@earthlink.net.  


Our first student recital for the year is coming up on Sunday, November 23 at 2:30 p.m.    Please submit entries no later than November 8 to Dr. ...  Be sure to include first and last names of composer, title, name of performer, age, grade, and level of study.  

...Our first house concert (Saturdays at Five) is planned for November 8 at the home of Betty McCary (1608 Ashford Place, Woodbridge, VA  22191).    This will be our American Music Celebration this year so please consider playing something that evening by an American Composer.  


On Saturday, November 15, the WMC will present Amit Peled and Daniel del Pino in an evening of cello and piano.    These performers come highly acclaimed so be sure to mark your calendars.    The program promises to be wonderful.


Please note the following changes to be made in your yearbook:


&bull;	Cathy Hill&rsquo;s phone number should be:  703-680-5129.


&bull;	Christmas luncheon date will be Tuesday, December 9 not December 4 as in the yearbook.


&bull;	VFMC Festival dates are February 20-21 (not 27-28).    (Festival fees have been raised this year.)


Our club has grown by over 20% this past year.    Our membership of 55 is more diversified than ever.    We have vocalists, pianists, organists, string players, brass players, percussionists, choir directors, and music lovers of all kinds.    We want to continue to grow our club, and we need your help in doing that.    Please spread the word and encourage others, musicians and non-musicians alike, to join our club.    Invite them to our programs and tell them what our club is all about &ndash; that our mission is to promote music and musicians in our community.  


As an affiliate of the National Federation of Music Clubs (and the Virginia Federation of Music Clubs under them) we have much the same purpose &ndash; to promote the performance of music and the education of musicians in our community.    We do this in numerous ways:  We present free community concerts performed by highly trained musicians throughout the year; we offer performance opportunities for members through in house concerts and other program participation; we have a teacher referral service which provides students for teachers and teachers for students; we provide performance opportunities for students through recitals, scholarship competitions and festival auditions.    Our support comes in part by a grant from the Prince William Park Authority, but we could not continue on without the support of our members and new members.  


The most common way to get new members and grow a club is by personally inviting them to join.    Keep this in mind as we progress through the year.


Remember to check the WMC web site frequently for information.    Our site is growing and changing daily.    This newsletter will appear on the web site for your easy access.  

...Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and the October holiday &ndash; Halloween!    Hope to see you October 17.


...Elaine Brady, D.M.A.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>About this Page</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-09-21T23:18:58-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e675e5ae25a70baa10872625c91481d0-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/e675e5ae25a70baa10872625c91481d0-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[I&rsquo;ll be posting the monthly newsletters and a few pictures here from performances and meetings of the Woodbridge Music Club.    Elaine
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Welcome Back for our 2008 - 2009 Season</title><dc:creator>bill@riski.biz</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-09-21T23:27:00-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2c60782b540cc703946cbfac3973e14e-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.woodbridgemusicclub.org/page1/files/2c60782b540cc703946cbfac3973e14e-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Here we are once again nearing the end of summer.    Hopefully, you&rsquo;ve had some well deserved vacation time whether away or at home and are ready to embrace yet again another new year.    As newly elected president, I welcome you all back and, together with the other officers and board members, look forward to working with all of you to make the Woodbridge Music Club the best it can be.    Thanks to the help of several very dedicated members, our 2008-09 season is ready to go.  


We will begin the year on Saturday evening, September 20 at 7:00 p.m. at St.   Paul United Methodist Church (1400 G Street, Woodbridge, VA 22191).    The program will begin with a warm welcome for our many new members followed by a delightful hour of music performed by &ldquo;duos&rdquo; from our very own membership.   The program will include a variety of selections featuring trumpet, marimba, voice and piano.    Afterwards, we will have a social hour so that we can get to know those who have recently joined us.    Members are asked to bring some kind of goodies for the tables - Jean Sevon and Linda Girten will be our hostesses that evening.    Please come support your club in this season opener.    Yearbooks will be available for you before and after the program.    Please peruse them at your leisure so that you don&rsquo;t miss anything the club has to offer as the year goes by.


	On Friday morning, October 17, we will be hosting the District II board meeting, and all members are invited to attend.    The meeting will take place at 10:00 a.m. at St.   Paul United Methodist Church.    Betty McCary will present a short program entitled &ldquo;The World of Wanda Landowska&rdquo;.    A meeting and pot luck luncheon will follow.    (Please bring a dish to pass.    No kitchen facilities will be available that day, so be sure the food is ready to serve.)    Please put this on your calendars and plan to attend if your can.     We are looking for volunteers to help decorate, set up, and tear down that day.    Please let June Shuffett or me know if you would be willing to help out.


We have some terrific Saturday evening concerts on the agenda for this season:


November 15 &ndash; Amit Peled, cello and David del Pino, piano


7:00 p.m.     ...  Paul United Methodist Church


...7:00 p.m.     ...  Paul United Methodist Church


		May 20  -  Makoto Nakura, marimba  


7:30 p.m.      ...  Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church


We have scheduled several house concerts (Saturdays at Five) in which members perform for each other in a relaxed atmosphere.    Please come play or just listen.    Numerous Saturday afternoon performances for our &ldquo;Christmas in Occoquan&rdquo; series are listed in your yearbook.    As the year progresses, information will be coming out about National Music Week concerts which takes place the first week in May.  


For your students we have three student recitals and a winner&rsquo;s recital planned.    Please note that the February student recital time should be changed to 2:30.    We will have the usual NFMC festival, the Kiki Thomaidis Competition and the Senior Scholarship Competition.    The Mary Smart Preliminaries are scheduled for April 25.    Please add this to your book.


	We are always looking for new ideas and suggestions.    Please feel free to pass on your ideas, and they will be warehoused for future consideration.    As the new president, I am just learning the ropes.    I promise to do the best job I can for you and am asking your help in return.    I am proud to be a member of this service oriented organization, and I take our mission seriously &ndash; to promote the performance and education of music in our community.    I urge all of you to join me in celebrating music in our community this year.    I hope to see you on the evening of September 20.  


...Elaine Brady, D.M.A.


...Woodbridge Music Club
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