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News and Announcements of Bluebonnet Music Teachers Association, Williamson County Texas, USA

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Bluebonnet News

 Lillian Simmons

Secretary
Bluebonnet MTA

Dear Colleagues:

The general meeting of BMTA was held February 13 on line. Present were Angela and Lillian. 
Lillian reported that theory test was completed.  She reported details of theory test.
Details of upcoming events were discussed and established.

The meeting ended at 12:30 pm.

COMPETITION

The Bluebonnet Competition will be on Saturday March 9 on line live.  The judge will be Dr Mario Ajero. His bio is at https://orion.sfasu.edu/directory/details.aspx?id=24349

FESTIVAL

The Romantic Festival will be on line live on Saturday April 6, The judge for the Romantic Festival will be Dr Tony Tobin. His bio is at https://teacher.steinway.com/listing/dr-anthony-tobin.html

RECITAL

The Spring Recital of Bluebonnet MTA will be on Saturday April 27 at Steinway Piano Gallery at 4:00 pm.
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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Bluebonnet News

 Lillian Simmons is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.


Topic: general meeting
Time: Feb 13, 2024 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
        Every month on the Second Tue, 7 occurrence(s)
        Feb 13, 2024 12:00 PM
        Mar 12, 2024 12:00 PM
        Apr 9, 2024 12:00 PM
        May 14, 2024 12:00 PM
        Jun 11, 2024 12:00 PM
        Jul 9, 2024 12:00 PM
        Aug 13, 2024 12:00 PM
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The agenda is attached.

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 Lillian Simmons is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.


Topic: Bluebonnet Meeting
Time: Dec 12, 2023 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
        Every month on the Second Tue, until Jan 9, 2024, 2 occurrence(s)
        Dec 12, 2023 12:00 PM
        Jan 9, 2024 12:00 PM
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Bluebonnet News

 Lillian Simmons is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Lillian Simmons
Secretary
Bluebonnet MTA


Dear Colleagues:


MEETINGT

opic: Bluebonnet Meeting
Time: Nov 14, 2023 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
        Every month on the Second Tue, until Jan 9, 2024, 3 occurrence(s)
        Nov 14, 2023 12:00 PM
        Dec 12, 2023 12:00 PM
        Jan 9, 2024 12:00 PM
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Meeting ID: 840 4862 1349
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• +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
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• +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
• +1 719 359 4580 US
• +1 253 205 0468 US
• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
• +1 305 224 1968 US
• +1 309 205 3325 US
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Bluebonnet News

 Lillian Simmons

Secretary
Bluebonnet MTA


Dear Colleagues:


RECITAL

The updated recital  programs are attached.


Zoom sETTINGS for Baroque Festival

The student has to go into audio settings and select original sound for musicians. Under this be sure echo cancellation is also selected. Then when they are back on the main video screen, they should see the option to turn on in the upper left of their screen. I have had to help all my students get into their audio settings to do this. Not so necessary if they play an acoustic, but if they are on a digital keyboard you can not hear any high notes unless this is on.
The student just have to configure the option to be displayed on the screen. It’s in the settings


NSEMBLES FOR TMTA CONVENTION

Playing in an ensemble is lots of fun! Unfortunately, most pianists do not
get
that experience. The convention program of The Texas Music Teachers
Association provides the opportunity for
students to come together in groups of 10—20 students to perform a duet.
Each
ensemble performs at one of seven concerts during the state convention. We
have
selected music that is appealing for people to play, and music that programs
well in a public setting with a large audience. Your students will love these
pieces!
In order to participate in ensemble, students must pass the theory test. A
score of 70 is passing. Students are allowed to test below grade level to
qualify for ensemble.

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Bluebonnet News

 Lillian Simmons Secretary Bluebonnet MTA Website: http://bluebonnetmta.org/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1990327091212286/ email BluebonnetMTA@live.com  Dear Colleagues: MINUTES OF MEETING The monthly general meeting was held on line September 12. Present were Angela and Lillian. It was noted that the Summer Recital proceeded smoothly. It was agreed to give students 1 point for performing in a recital. It was agreed to pay $50 to theory test guest monitors. Notes Angela expects 12 students to register for competition. Angela will contact Mario Ajero for competition judge. Angela expects to register 25 students for fall recital. Angela will contact Steinway to confirm spring recital date. Lillian will look up Steinway contact information and send it to Angela. Angela will contact her student Katherine to monitor theory test Lillian will contact Ben Wong and invite him to join BMTA.. NEXT MEETING Lillian Simmons is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Bluebonnet Meeting Time: Oct 10, 2023 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)         Every month on the Second Tue, until Jan 9, 2024, 4 occurrence(s)         Oct 10, 2023 12:00 PM         Nov 14, 2023 12:00 PM         Dec 12, 2023 12:00 PM         Jan 9, 2024 12:00 PMP .

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Bluebonnet News

 

Lillian Simmons

Secretary

Bluebonnet MTA

Website: http://bluebonnetmta.org/

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1990327091212286/

email BluebonnetMTA@live.com


Dear Colleagues:


MINUTES OF MEETING

The monthly meeting was held on zoom  on April 11.  Present were Angela and Lillian

President s Message
This was the last meeting of the school year.  It was a joy to meet with the leaders of the association, who are on top of the planning and execution of all events.

The slate of officers  was approved and  was voted on.
The officers for next school year are:
President – Lillian Simmons
Secretary - Lillian Simmons
Treasurer - Martha Vallee
Student Affiliate Chairman - Lillian Simmons
Theory Chairman – Lillian Simmons
Theory out of association coordinator – Lillian Simmons
Theory test packet assembly – Angela Lee
Theory Medals – Lillian Simmons
Festivals -  Chair Lillian Simmons; Schedules Angela Lee
        Certificates Lillian Simmons
Ensemble Chair – Open
Immediate Past President – Lillian Simmons

Standing Committees:
Web Page, Web Email, Teacher Referral - Lillian Simmons
Judge Scheduling –  Angela Lee
Yearbook - Lillian Simmons
Certificates, Ribbons, Bars – Lillian Simmons
Trophies, - Lillian Simmons
Sunshine Chair - (open)
Facilities scheduling – Angela Lee
Recitals -  Lillian Simmons; Angela Lee
Ensemble – Open
Outreach  Open
Competitions – Angela Lee, Lillian Simmons
Open Positions
                    Advertising - open
                    Communications - open
                Programs - open

Notes
2023-20-24 Meetings will be held on line  the second Tuesday of each month at 11:00 am. Meetings will resume in August.
The first meeting of next school year will be on Tuesday August 8 at 11:00 am on zoom.
The Baroque Festival will be Saturday November 4
The Fall recital will be Saturday November 11. This has been confirmed with Steinway. Angela and Lillian will be cochairs.
Angela will contact Lesley McAllister  to schedule her for judge.
The competition will be held in late February.
The Spring recital will be Sat  April 29, 2023.
The Summer recital will be Sat Aug 26 2023 .
Lillian will delete nonmembers from the mailing list.
We'll schedule the 2024 spring festival for early April.
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