Rehearsal tomorrow

Greetings NUYS!!

Here is our rehearsal schedule for tomorrow:

8:00: Doors Unlock

8:30 - 11:00: Full rehearsal - we will start sectionals next week. 

- Poet and the Peasant Overture

- American Salute

- Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Rings

- Beethoven Violin Concerto, 1st Mvt.

11:00: Clean up
11:30: Doors Lock

If you can't attend, please fill out the attendance form below. Don't forget to invite your friend!

 See you tomorrow!

--

Jayme McKenna | NUYS Managing Director

www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

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This week - NUYCO

Hi families!

Solo Auditions:  Any NUYCO member can audition for a solo in Battalia, one of our concert pieces! There are two options for solos, both attached below. 

2nd mvt Battalia has all of the solos for that movement (3 violin solos, 2 viola, 2 cello, and 1 bass). You just pick the solo you would like to play! For example, there are three violin solos. Pick the one that you like, or audition for all three. 

4th mvt Battalia is a violin and bass solo. Sorry, violas and cellos, you missed out. :)

If you would like to audition for a solo, text or email me a video by Thursday (tomorrow) evening! If you upload it to Youtube or Google Drive, you will need to change the sharing settings so that anyone can view.

NUYCO Tour: We are contemplating going on a "tour" to Pocatello in May! Please fill out this short form letting us know what you think. Here's the form! This is for parents/guardians and specialists only. Whether you want your child to attend or not, I need you to fill this out. We need to be sure we have a balanced group. Thank you!

Practice Spots: In rehearsal on Saturday, Maestro is going to focus on the Hebrides and Battalia movements 1, 3, and 5. Practice those specifically!

See you on Saturday, 9:30 AM!

-- Josie Anderson | NUYCO Managing Director

435.452.8173

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Rehearsal this Saturday

Hello NUYS!!

You all were wonderful last Saturday!!!!  I got chills standing backstage during the Variations on a Shaker Melody, and I heard so many positive comments from our audience.  Job well done!

Time to start preparing for our final concert which has been scheduled for April 25th, @ 7:00 pm (sound check at 5:00), at Box Elder High School. This is a perfect time to invite friends to come play with us.  Just give me a heads up! 

Here is our rehearsal schedule for this Saturday (new music time, so you don't want to miss it!):

8:00: Doors Unlock

8:30 - 11:00: Sight-reading/Introduction to the following pieces. 

- Poet and the Peasant Overture

- American Salute

- Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Rings

- Beethoven Violin Concerto, 1st Mvt. - Featuring our Chamber Conductor, Mr. Nathan West. Trombone and Tuba are excused

- Vaughan Williams Oboe Concerto, 1st Mvt- with concerto winner, Alexis Jensen (we don't have this one yet, but please listen to it.  This is a strings only piece.)

Please take some time before our rehearsal to listen to these pieces.  It will greatly help with our sight-reading experience if you have an idea as to what the pieces sound like!

 See you on Saturday!

--

Jayme McKenna | NUYS Managing Director

www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

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NUYCO updates

Hey families, I forgot a few things in the email on Monday! Sorry!

Solo Auditions: We have solos in our new concert pieces! The members can audition if interested in being offered a solo. Anyone interested already has the music. The auditions will be held before rehearsal. Sign up here!

NUYCO Tour: We are contemplating going on a "tour" to Pocatello in May! Please fill out this short form letting us know what you think. Here's the form! This is for parents/guardians and specialists only.

Utah Symphony: The Utah Symphony is performing Carnival of the Animals! Maestro wanted to let you know about this because NUYCO may be performing Carnival of the Animals next year. It would be fun to hear the USO do it, too! Attached is a screenshot with more information.

I think that's everything. :) See you on Saturday! Remember to fill out the Attendance Form if you will be absent!

-- Josie Anderson | NUYCO Managing Director

435.452.8173

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www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

NUYCO Rehearsal on Saturday!

Hi families! What an incredible concert we had on Saturday. The performers all did such a great job - seemed like everyone had a great time. Thanks for all the work you put in!

Yes, we do have rehearsal on Saturday! 9:30 AM, just like normal. This is a great time to invite your friends who play string instruments! They can come join us, sight read the music, see if they want to stay!

The Youtube playlist has been updated with current music recordings; use this link and click on Current Concert Music. The 2nd movement of Battalia starts at 2:10; 4th movement starts at 3:30. 

See you on Saturday!

-- Josie Anderson | NUYCO Managing Director

435.452.8173

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www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

Fundraiser - NUYCO

Sorry, forgot about this in the earlier email. So sorry about the double emails! 

Music is expensive. Our soloist for the last concert is fundraising with Krispy Kreme to help us out with her music. Use the contact info below if you're interested in buying delicious donuts from her!

-- Josie Anderson | NUYCO Managing Director

435.452.8173

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www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

Concert on Saturday! - NUYCO

Hello families! We are so looking forward to our concert on Saturday! 

Here's a Facebook link to the event - share it with your friends!

Date: Saturday, February 12 (no regular rehearsal at Promontory, just concert)

Location: Logan High School (162 W 100 S, Logan, UT 84321)

Schedule: 

• 4:00 pm - setup (we will undoubtedly need set up and take down volunteers again; stay tuned)
• 5:30 BE ON THE STAGE, READY TO GO
• 5:45-6:30 pm - NUYCO Sound Check on stage. That means be in your seat, warming up, by 5:35!
• 7:00 pm - Concert! Invite your friends and family!

CONCERT DRESS

Everyone wears WHITE on top, BLACK on bottom. I saw a NUYCO picture from a few years back and my eyes were immediately drawn to uncovered ankles in the front row. Cover up those ankles! Boys wear a tie of a non-distracting color and pattern. Black shoes for all. 

If you wear a mask on stage, please make sure it is dark/black.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

We need help setting up before the concert and cleaning up after the concert. It goes faster with more hands! Please sign up HERE or just send me a text or email. :)

As always, you are welcome to email or text me with any questions or concerns. Can't wait for the concert!

-- Josie Anderson | NUYCO Managing Director

435.452.8173

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www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

I scream, you scream, we all scream for.... donuts!

Hello everyone!

One of our wonderful oboists is helping raise money to help us cover rental cost for her concerto which we  will be playing at our next concert.  You might not be aware, but renting music can get very pricey!   We are so grateful for Alexis and her family's willingness to help with the cost by hosting this fundraiser.  If you are a donut lover, or just enjoy a delicious sweet treat, please consider supporting her! 

For any questions contact Jennifer Jensen (info is below). 

--

Jayme McKenna | NUYS Managing Director

www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

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Evening Rehearsal and Concert Time!

Hello all!

Just a quick reminder that we have our evening dress rehearsal tomorrow night (concert dress not required!) from 5:30 - 7:00.  This will be our final rehearsal and our only opportunity to run through the entire concert from beginning to end.  Please do your best to be there!

Rehearsal Schedule:

5:00 pm - Doors open

5:30 - Concert Run through. Please have your piece in the following order:

- Song for Japan (just brass)

- Ancient Dances and Airs

- Horn Concerto

- Unfinished Symphony

- Variations on a Shaker Melody

Any extra time will be used to spot-check problematic areas. 

7:00 - Rehearsal ends

7:30 - Doors locked.

Concert (This Saturday @ Logan High)!!! Here is the schedule:

 No Rehearsal in the morning!

4:00 pm - Setup - If you can come this early, we'll appreciate your help.

5:00 - 5:30 pm - NUYS Sound Check on stage (30 minutes can go quick! So please be in your chair and ready to tune by 4:50!!!) Unpack in the band room. 

5:45 - 6:30 pm - NUYCO Sound Check on stage

7:00 pm Concert! Invite friends!

Concert clean up - we will need lots of help!

After the concert,please leave your folders in the big black container in the band room (that's if you want the music for our next concert). 

Saturday morning rehearsals will resume Feb 19th!

Let me know if you have any questions. See you tomorrow!

--

Jayme McKenna | NUYS Managing Director

www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

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Extended rehearsal - NUYCO

Just a friendly reminder - extended rehearsal for NUYCO tomorrow. 9-11 AM. Thanks!

-- Josie Anderson | NUYCO Managing Director

435.452.8173

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www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

Rehearsals and Concert

Lots of important information in this one. Be sure to read through it...

Rehearsal schedule tomorrow:

8:00 - Doors unlock.  I will not be there tomorrow, so we needs lots of help getting chairs and stands set up early. 

8:30 - Combined Rehearsal following concert order which is:

- A Song for Japan - Brass Ensemble (Mrs. Erickson will be gone so we will wait on this)

- Ancient Dances and Airs

- Horn Concerto

- Unfinished Symphony

- Variations on a Shaker Melody

11:00 -Rehearsal End

11:30 - Doors lock

Winds and Brass, feel free to bring homework or a reading book for down times.  Trombones/Tuba, you are welcome to sleep in a little bit and come at 9:00 am. 

Evening Rehearsal - don't forget our extra rehearsal, Thursday, Feb 10th from 5:30 - 7:00 pm.  This will be our final one before our concert, so please do everything you can to be there for it.  If you can't, fill out the attendance form. 

Concert!!!  - Concert is next Saturday, Feb. 12th, @ Logan High School (162 W 100 S, Logan).  Don't forget to let all your family and friends know.   

Here is the schedule:

No Rehearsal in the morning!

4:00 pm - Setup - If you can come this early, we'll appreciate your help.

5:00 - 5:30 pm - NUYS Sound Check on stage (30 minutes can go quick! So please be in your chair and ready to tune by 4:50!!!) Unpack in the band room. 

5:45 - 6:30 pm - NUYCO Sound Check on stage

7:00 pm Concert begins! 

Concert Attire - Just a friendly reminder...

- Male: Black tux or equivalent suit, white dress shirt, black bow tie, black socks, black shoes. 

- Female: Black dress, formal trouser suit, or blouse & skirt, midriff covered, conservative neckline, skirts & dresses at least tea-length, slits no higher than knee, black stockings, black shoes, accessories & trim in black.

- Black masks (if you are wearing one)

Folders - I will leave the big black box in the band room so you can stick your folders in it after the concert.  Place them standing up so all of them can fit. 

Have an amazing rehearsal tomorrow, and I will see you on Thursday!

--

Jayme McKenna | NUYS Managing Director

www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org

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Extended Rehearsal on Saturday! - NUYCO

Hello families! Very important: Extended rehearsal on Saturday, February 5! 9:00-11:00 AM. Two hours. 

We will run through everything but focus on Saturday Night Waltz and Fiddler on the Roof #1, 3, and 5. Focus your practicing there.

Remember, the concert is February 12 at Logan High School! We will start rehearsing at 5:45 PM, so you need to be on the stage ready to go by 5:35.

Thanks! See you at 9! Please, please fill out the attendance form if you will be gone.

-- Josie Anderson | NUYCO Managing Director

435.452.8173

Attendance Form

www.NorthernUtahYouthSymphony.org