2012 - 2013 Symphony Orchestra
Les Mis details at miramesatheatre.org
A Busy March
The month of March is notoriously busy, and this March is no different. From honor performances to musicals, concerts, clinics, master classes, and festivals, the month of March is a never-ending to-do list.
Here's whats going on this week.
Les Miserables
This year's musical, Les Miserables, opened on Friday (March 15th) to rave reviews. This show features all aspects of our VAPA program here at Mira Mesa High School, and I would encourage everyone to come out and see the show.
For more information on the show, which runs through next weekend, please visit miramesatheatre.org.
NOTE: There will be a "preview" performance excerpt of the musical featured on Fox 5 this week (Tuesday).
The month of March is notoriously busy, and this March is no different. From honor performances to musicals, concerts, clinics, master classes, and festivals, the month of March is a never-ending to-do list.
Here's whats going on this week.
Les Miserables
This year's musical, Les Miserables, opened on Friday (March 15th) to rave reviews. This show features all aspects of our VAPA program here at Mira Mesa High School, and I would encourage everyone to come out and see the show.
For more information on the show, which runs through next weekend, please visit miramesatheatre.org.
NOTE: There will be a "preview" performance excerpt of the musical featured on Fox 5 this week (Tuesday).
String Orchestra Clinic with Mr. Horimoto
Friend of the orchestra, Mr. Horimoto, will be at our string orchestra rehearsal on Monday afternoon (March 18th), from 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Please note the start time, which has been adjusted (although the end time remains the same) to accomodate our Marauder athletes.
Pre-Festival Concert (Preparatory Concert)
On Tuesday night, March 19th, the Concert Orchestra, String/Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, and Wind Ensemble will be performing in a Pre-Festival Concert. This performance is being put in in preparation for upcoming festival performances by the aforementioned ensembles.
General admission tickets for this performance will be available at the door for $5, and proceeds benefit our Mira Mesa Orchestras and Bands.
(Another) Viola Performance Coaching Opportunity
San Diego Symphony violist, Mr. Gareth Zehngut, will be visiting school on Thursday, March 21st. He will be on campus for periods two and three, assisting our violas.
Friend of the orchestra, Mr. Horimoto, will be at our string orchestra rehearsal on Monday afternoon (March 18th), from 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Please note the start time, which has been adjusted (although the end time remains the same) to accomodate our Marauder athletes.
Pre-Festival Concert (Preparatory Concert)
On Tuesday night, March 19th, the Concert Orchestra, String/Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, and Wind Ensemble will be performing in a Pre-Festival Concert. This performance is being put in in preparation for upcoming festival performances by the aforementioned ensembles.
General admission tickets for this performance will be available at the door for $5, and proceeds benefit our Mira Mesa Orchestras and Bands.
(Another) Viola Performance Coaching Opportunity
San Diego Symphony violist, Mr. Gareth Zehngut, will be visiting school on Thursday, March 21st. He will be on campus for periods two and three, assisting our violas.
Sunday, March 24th at 6:30pm
Musicians in the Making
On Sunday, March 24th, San Diego's J Company will be sponsoring a concert, Musicians in the Making.
This concert provides emerging young artists the opportunity to perform in a concert setting. This year's edition features one of Mira Mesa's own, Ms. Jennifer Hsu (piano).
The concert will be held on Sunday, March 24th, at 6:30 pm, at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, which is located at 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla.
For more information on this unique concert, please click on the promotional flyer on the left. You may also visit www.sdcjc.org/jcompany for more information.
Congratulations to Ms. Jennifer Hsu for being selected to perform in this concert!
On Sunday, March 24th, San Diego's J Company will be sponsoring a concert, Musicians in the Making.
This concert provides emerging young artists the opportunity to perform in a concert setting. This year's edition features one of Mira Mesa's own, Ms. Jennifer Hsu (piano).
The concert will be held on Sunday, March 24th, at 6:30 pm, at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, which is located at 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla.
For more information on this unique concert, please click on the promotional flyer on the left. You may also visit www.sdcjc.org/jcompany for more information.
Congratulations to Ms. Jennifer Hsu for being selected to perform in this concert!
Words of Praise
Last, but certainly not least, is some well deserved praise for our fantastic students here at Mira Mesa High School. At last weekend's Honor Band & Orchestra Concert Mira Mesa High School was well represented. There were 37 student-musicians selected from Mira Mesa, by far the most among any SDUSD school. The concert was fabulous, and inspired at least one San Diegan to write to the Union Tribune.
I will let Mr. Haney's words speak for themselves (from his letter to the editor):
Last, but certainly not least, is some well deserved praise for our fantastic students here at Mira Mesa High School. At last weekend's Honor Band & Orchestra Concert Mira Mesa High School was well represented. There were 37 student-musicians selected from Mira Mesa, by far the most among any SDUSD school. The concert was fabulous, and inspired at least one San Diegan to write to the Union Tribune.
I will let Mr. Haney's words speak for themselves (from his letter to the editor):
On Saturday night, March 9, Symphony Hall hosted the annual San Diego Unified School District’s annual High School Instrumental Honor Concert. Chosen by audition and encumbered by numerous practice sessions, 143 students from 12 high schools performed under the direction of renowned guest conductors. The free concert was introduced by San Diego Symphony maestro Jahja Ling and included remarks by school board members Kevin Beiser, and Richard Barrera with a presentation by Deputy Superintendent Phil Stover.
The teenage students displayed astonishing musicianship. But this was much more than a free concert. All dressed in formal black and white and carrying their beloved instruments, they presented a picture of discipline, a devotion to their craft and an affection for their teachers that was truly amazing.
In an age of increasing violence, frequent gang wars and mounting drug problems, one’s faith in the future of the human race was not only rejuvenated but restored.
Have a great week. Work hard, and enjoy the process.
