Here’s our newsletter for January:
Greetings, Colleagues! January 1, 2024
BREAKFAST MEET: Another enjoyable meeting of the minds on December 15th at
Wyomissing Family Restaurant! We decided, though, that the next one will be at a quieter
location better suited for conversation. So, stay tuned! And feel free to bring a friend!
PARTNERS IN MUSIC: While the program is starting to take shape, we could still use a few
more participants, especially students. Would love to see a few non-piano ensembles in the
mix. If you need ideas, give me a call. Participants do not have to be RMTA members as
we’re making this a community event. The information is attached to this newsletter again.
Please share!
RMF SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS: RMF has posted their 2024 scholarship audition
information: March 16/17 for pre-college and April 14 for college. Application deadline is
January 26, 2024.
PMTA STATE CONFERENCE: The date is June 14-16, 2024. The location is…drumroll,
please….. KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY!! Please mark this on your calendar as a “don’t miss
this event” item!
RANDOM NOTES
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! January is the birth month for quite a few composers besides
Mozart and Schubert whom we usually celebrate. There’s also Francis Poulenc, Max
Bruch, Cesar Cui, Muzio Clementi, Xavar Schwarenka, Alexander Scriabin.
TEACHING TIP: In an effort to introduce my young piano students to the historic piano
composers, we’ll start the year with a “Composer of the Month” lesson the first week of
each month. Kids get a ‘take-home’ paper with life information, listening suggestions,
educational websites and a short piece by the particular composer. (submitted by Millie)
Send me YOUR teaching tips to include in future newsletters!
Stay inspired!
Millie
mgeben@mac.com