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Dear Friends of CVSM,
So much going on, so little time!
We are opening a new site in Hagerstown at St. Ann Catholic Church. Classes include an Acting Improv Class, Young Men in Harmony, Young Women in Harmony, and the CVSM Rock Band! (We need some instruments for the band -- can you help? Scroll down for details.)
Our very first NEW HORIZONS BAND has a free introductory meeting/social on Thursday, September 16 at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Chambersburg -- if you are age 50 or older and would like to play in this group, please attend this free meeting! No previous instrumental experience is necessary!
Of course, these are just a few of the many programs we are offering this fall, at locations in Chambersburg, Waynesboro, Mercersburg, and Hagerstown. Please check out the information below for our full program schedule and information about private lessons. Remember that CVSM awards a number of scholarships for those in financial need so please do not hesitate to ask for financial assistance if needed.
Also, today we are announcing our 2010-2011 Festival of Musicales Series! The first musicale on October 3 featuring "Two Tenors - father and son", featuring Jerry and Tod Kowallis, accompanied by Brian Helman. This is our most exciting and ambitious musicale series yet! Remember, these are held in private homes so seating is limited. Be sure to get your tickets early to avoid disappointment!
Thank you for your continued interest and support! Check our Calendar of Events for a complete listing of upcoming activities, and our Fall Program Schedule for a list of classes, ensembles, workshops, and private lessons.
We hope to see you soon at Cumberland Valley School of Music -
Where quality meets community in arts education!
Musically yours,
Andrew Sussman, Executive Director
PS: Please forward this email to friends and family members that might be interested in CVSM programs and performances! Thanks!
Also -- we are looking to add a person to our very busy staff! Would you or someone you know like to work at CVSM? Scroll down for more information or click here |
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Cumberland Valley School of Music
Where quality meets community in arts education!
CVSM Fall '10 Registration has begun. Our fall program schedule is now online! Lots of exciting news and new programs this fall at locations in Chambersburg, Waynesboro, Mercersburg, and Hagerstown!
What's new?
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4 new classes and private lessons taught at St. Ann Roman Catholic Church, Hagerstown, MD including:
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Masterpices of Choral Music, taught in Mercersburg by Gerald Kowallis, will acquaint singers with the best in choral literature!
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CVSM New Horizons Band - Designed especially for adults ages 50 and up, New Horizons Bands provide entry points to music making for adults, including those with no musical experience at all and those who were active in school music programs but have been inactive for a long period. Many adults would like an opportunity to learn music in a group setting similar to that offered in schools, but the last entry point in most cases was elementary school. No experience is necessary -- beginners are welcome! Come to our FREE introductory social meeting on Thursday, September 16 at St. Paul United Methodist Church, Chambersburg!
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Group Instruction and Ensembles for all ages, including:
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Musical Kaleidoscope
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Music Together
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Beginning Keyboard Class
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Beginning Guitar Class
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Making a Scene: A Young Actor's Workshop
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Audio Recording Course
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Cumberbunds - A Children's Chorus
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CVSM Community String Orchestra
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CVSM Community Symphonic Band
and of course . . .
Individual Instruction for All Ages!
Accordian, Banjo, Baritone, Bass, Cello, Clarinet, Drum Set, Eupohonium, Flute, French Horn, Guitar, Harmonica, Mandolin, Marimba, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Suzuki Piano, Timpani, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Voice, Xylophone . . .
Don't forget that we also rent and sell musical instruments and offer a wide variety of musical accessories and printed music at the CVSM Music Store, located on the 2nd floor of Thomson Hall on the Wilson College Campus. And best of all, your purchases help to support your community school of music!
CVSM awards a number of scholarships for lower-income students. Please do not hesitate to ask for financial assistance if needed!! Call the CVSM Registrar, Diane Miller, at 717-261-1220 to register!
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| Announcing the 2010-2011 CVSM Musicale Series! |
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You're invited to the 2010/2011 CVSM Festival of Musicales
Dear Friends,
The saying goes, "variety is the spice of life." This year's Festival of Musicales certainly does illustrate that truth! We've got violins, cello, piano, keyboard, singers of various genres, clarinet, saxophones, flute, trombone, tuba, guitars and drums! The programs include Opera, Broadway, traditional Christmas music, Classical Piano trio, Dixieland, New Orleans Blues, 50s & 60s Rock 'n Roll, Smooth Jazz, Island Sounds, and even a little Jimmy Buffett for good measure! The homes are outstanding and the refreshments and company are always 1st class. I believe we've got the best of the Cumberland Valley in this series.
Two Tenors - Father and Son, Sunday, October 3, 3:00 PM. The home of Jerry and Mary Jo Kowallis is a contemporary ranch built in the 80's nestled in the lovely Penn National neighborhood. A glass roof covers an inner courtyard - certainly a first for our series! The open floor plan boasts striking contemporary furnishings. Our host, Jerry and his son Tod will provide the music. Jerry has performed extensively, including featured roles at Allenberry Playhouse, Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, Maryland Theater Opera, Trinity Players, Mercersburg Community Chorus, and St. Cecelia Choral Society. Tod has sung with the Sarasota Opera, Treasure Chest Opera, New Jersey Opera and was a young artist with the San Francisco Opera. They will sing highlights of the tenor repertoire from Opera, Broadway and even a Mario Lanza medley. I can't wait! Our hosts have asked me to mention the refreshments will be prepared by Chef Michael Mahr, a long time friend of CVSM.
An Elegant Christmas, Sunday, December 19, 3:00 PM. I am so excited we are going back to Hank and Jan Guarriello's at Christmas! To see this exceptional mansion decked out in Christmas finery is breathtaking! To add to the elegance of the afternoon, The Eaken Piano Trio will be performing Christmas favorites. They have toured all over the world and their recordings have been nominated for several Grammys. They will be joined by our own Elisabeth Turchi. Although Lisa is a "local" girl, her performing experience extends far beyond the Cumberland Valley. She has performed in Europe, NYC, Washington DC and last Christmas premiered a new work with composer and jazz pianist, Dave Brubeck. I believe the music will positively shimmer! Hank and Jan are warm, wonderful hosts and always provide sumptuous refreshments.
Almost Mardi Gras, Sunday March 13, 3:00 PM. Gene and Sally Herritt have a lovely open home on a beautiful secluded lot. I love the floor to ceiling book cases in the living room - the top shelves are so high they've designed a special ladder to get to them! In addition to being great readers as their bookshelves suggest, they are both a lot of fun! Since this date is just a few days after Lent begins, I've taken the liberty of calling this musicale Almost Mardi Gras. Lynn Lerew's Capitol Dixieland Band (Lynn Lerew, trombone; Tim Gotwald, saxophone; Bob Steiner, clarinet; Jan Sulcove, trumpet; Bill Wilson, tuba; Sam Hepfer, drums) will perform Dixieland music (what else?) and Mitch Morrill (vocals and guitar) and Scott Matlock (vocals and violin) will provide some "street corner" New Orleans Blues. I think this one will be a blast.
CVSM Variety Hour, Saturday, April 9, 7:00 PM. Garry and Vicki Gontz will host this musicale in their new home, built in 2006. It features an open layout, cathedral ceiling and screened in porch and many whimsical and musical decorations including a collection of harmonicas. I love the "Lucky Spin" just inside the front door. Inspired by the Gontz's own artistic passions - Garry is an accomplished keyboard player and Vicki is an actress, director and playwright. - I have put together the CVSM Variety Hour - think our own Ed Sullivan Show with Dick Shoap in the host spot. There will be songs and sketches and lots of fun. Joining our cast will be singing actor Lee Merriman, singer-guitarist Tresa Paul (who used to perform with Garry in an Elvis band), and Valerie Merriman at the keyboard.
Vibrant Serenity, Sunday, May 22, 3:00 PM. As you cross the small bridge over the Falling Spring Stream into the property of Doug and Alice Wagner, there is a large rock engraved with "Serenity." There are mature willow trees, a bubbling stream and green, lush grass - that's the Serene part. The house would be the Vibrant part. It is large and open with an exposed two-story staircase, beautiful woodwork, vibrant wall colors, eclectic (and wonderful) art work, and even burlap curtains in the breakfast nook. The large covered patio sits amidst beautiful landscaping which promises to be very colorful in May. Our music will be provided by Jody (keyboard) and Nancy (vocals and drums), joined by Tim Gotwald (flute and sax). This trio will provide smooth jazz, some Caribbean influenced music complete with steel drum, and even a little Jimmy Buffett.
I am absolutely confident you will have an excellent time at each Musicale. Your purchase will support a wonderful organization, the Cumberland Valley School of Music. I hope to see you there. Fun, fun, fun!
Paula B. Hepfer, CVSM Program Director
For more information about the Musicale Series or to print out an invitation and reply card click here |
| CVSM 2010-2011 Performance Adbook! |
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Area Businesses
& Civic Organizations:
CVSM is again soliciting advertisements for our 2010-2011 Ad Book this summer and we hope you'll consider earmarking some of your annual advertising dollars toward this endeavor. Thousands of students & their family members, performance attendees, special event participants, foundation & corporate funders, faculty and the Franklin County/Washington County regional community see and peruse our annual Ad Book throughout the year. We encourage our many patrons to visit and support those businesses that advertise with us at every CVSM event. The book also serves as our Annual Report.
Display ads are needed by September 3, 2010. CVSM will design your ad at no additional charge if you supply a logo and text copy.
Ad Books will be distributed starting at all events, including the Showcase Concert, Musicales, Annual Dinner Dance, Neighborhood Chefs' Walk, and all concerts and recitals!
Support CVSM's mission of providing high quality music and arts education and performances within our regional communities while promoting your own business/organization to a wider audience!
For more information about Ad Book advertising,
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| WISH LIST . . . |
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We need some equipment before September 15. Can you help?
 
To get started with our Rock Band in Hagerstown, we are seeking a donation of certain instruments and equipment. What we need are good quality:
- Drum set with cymbals
- Digital piano/keyboard, with stand and bench
- Keyboard amp
- 2 mics with stands and a vocal amp/pa
- 1 small guitar amp
- 1 small portable printer (to print music and lesson work)
CAN YOU HELP SPONSOR THESE PROGRAMS?
 We are also seeking corporate or individual support to help sponsor all of the programs at St Ann Catholic Church in Hagerstown! If you are able to help in any way, please contact Andrew Sussman at the CVSM office - 717-261-1220 or a.sussman@cvsmusic.org |
| HELP WANTED! Would you like to work at CVSM? |
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We are looking for a Marketing/Communications and Project Manager to join the busy CVSM staff!
POSITION
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing/Communications & Project Manager will take an active role and participate in fundraising, marketing, advertising, written and oral communications, website management, donor relationships, and database management.
For more information and instructions on how to apply click here |
| Don't Forget the CVSM Annual Fund Drive |
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Make A Gift To Your Non-profit Community Music School Today!
 A majority of CVSM tuition fees are used to pay our professional teaching staff and other program expenses. Some of our programs are offered solely for their educational and entertainment value and we must rely on the generous support of our donors to cover these costs.
Your ongoing financial support helps to ensure that the Cumberland Valley School of Music continues to offer the gift of music to our community for many years to come. CVSM Annual Fund 1015 Philadelphia Avenue Chambersburg, PA 17201 Thank you for your generous financial partnership! |
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 Cumberland Valley School of Music
1015 Philadelphia Ave. Chambersburg, PA 17201
717-261-1220
email: emailus@cvsmusic.org
Cumberland Valley School of Music is non-profit member of the National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts, with 53 faculty members teaching over 600 students a year at Wilson College, Chambersburg; the Montessori Academy, Chambersburg; the Fairview Avenue Brethren in Christ Church, Waynesboro; St. Andrew School, Waynesboro; and Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg; and St. Ann Roman Catholic Church, Hagerstown
Andrew Sussman, Executive Director
Paula Hepfer, Program DirectorMichelle Miller, Office/Store ManagerDemetra Cleveland, Bookkeeper
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