Newsletter | 09-10 v4
CONGRATULATIONS TO SR. DISTRICT PARTICIPANTS
Congratulations to the following Ipswich High School students who successfully auditioned for the Massachusetts Music Educators Association (MMEA) Senior District Music Festival. These participants competed against students from 69 high schools in MMEA's Northeastern Region for spots in the festival orchestra, band, jazz band, and chorus. The three-day festival culminated in a performance on Saturday, January 9th at Lowell High School. These talented students are:
Catherine Benjamin, chorus
Rachel Benjamin, band
Elizabeth Brown, band
Rachael Comunale, orchestra
Emily Glaubitz, orchestra
Ryder Hambley, orchestra
Katherine Johnson, band
Maria Longo, chorus
Kari-Lyn Mayne, chorus
Molly Murphy, orchestra
Matthew Nardone, jazz band
Elias Natti, orchestra
Evan Plunkett, chorus
Spencer Plunkett, chorus
James Ross, band
Ian Stewart jazz band
In addition to these students, many of the Ipswich music faculty were involved in the festival. They volunteer their time to serve in these capacities. Laurie Fabiszewski Colitti served as Concert Coordinator. Gerald J. Dolan, Jr. conducted the Northeastern Sr. District Concert band. Jeffrey Patch served as accompanist to the Sr. District Chorus.
 
We began January with the Ipswich Middle School Art Show and Reception and the month continues with a variety of arts events.
January 20 — IHS Visual Arts Exhibition & Reception
Self Portrait by Elizabeth Gallagher, Class of 2011
Students who took Visual Arts courses during the first semester show their work.
Where: IPAC Lobby Gallery
When: Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
January 22 — Jake Armeding & Northern Lights
IHS alumnus, Jake Armeding, and the Northern Lights bluegrass band performs a concert to benefit Tiger Tots Day Care.
Where: IPAC
When: Friday, January 22 at 8:00 pm; Doors open at 7:30 pm
Admission fee: $20 available at Zumi's Espresso & Ice Cream, Office Store, Conley's Drugs, and the IMS office.
January 31 -- Tri-M presents Carnival of the Animals
The High School Symphony Orchestra performs Camille Saint-Saëns Carnival of the Animals along with other young people's favorites. International Music Honor Society (Tri-M) students will host this fundraiser which also includes animal mask-making and an instrument petting zoo.
Where: IPAC
When: 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Admission fee
Here's what is coming up — February is the month for theatrical performances!
February 5, 6 & 7 -- Pirates of Penzance
The Ipswich Middle School produces the Gilbert & Sullivan classic as its annual musical.
Where: IPAC
When: Feb. 5 & 6 at 7:30 pm; Feb. 7 at 2:30 pm
Admission fee: $10 adults; $5 students & seniors. Order online at www.ticketstage.com/IPSWICHMS
For more info: 978-356-3137 x368
February 27 -- High School Drama Festival
Ipswich High School hosts the Massachusetts High School Drama Guild Preliminary Competition Festival. The Company of IHS presents its competition one-act play, His Black Door, along with seven other one-acts from area high schools.
Where: IPAC
When: 8:45 am to 6:15 pm. Shows begin at 9:00 am and run throughout the day.
Admission fee: $10 at the door admits you to any or all plays.
For more info: 978-356-3137 x138
All events are free of charge unless noted. The IPAC, Ipswich Performing Arts Center, is located in the Ipswich Middle/High School complex at 134 High Street, Ipswich, MA.
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Business Meetings
IMADA's monthly business meeting will be held this Tuesday. Below are links to this meeting's agenda and December minutes. Please print them.
When: Tues., 1/12 - 7 pm
Where: IHS Guidance Office
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IMADA thanks all the donors to its FY10 Annual Fund Drive. We have topped the $10,000 mark. In addition, many individuals and organizations have made donations in memory of Robin Silverman and a scholarship in her name has been established. If you would like to remember Robin, see "Learn More' and note "In Memory of Robin Silverman" on your check. We'll keep you posted on how IMADA will use the funds in this newsletter. All donations directly benefit the students of Ipswich as IMADA is an all-volunteer organization. It's never too late to donate! Learn MoreVolunteer
Many volunteers are needed for the upcoming middle school play and the all-day high school drama festival. I'd like to volunteerBecome a Sponsor
We invite you to join our generous group of sponsors. Learn MoreCall to Artists
IMADA's annual Art for the Arts show and sale will be held Saturday, April 10. All community artists are invited to submit their work. For more information go to 'Learn More' to contact Steve Veiga. Learn More The IMADA Program Book is published annually in time for the December concerts and arts events. The book highlights the Ipswich Schools' arts curriculum, faculty, and students who participate in the various arts programs. Filled with photos and artwork, the book chronicles IMS and IHS student achievements in the arts. It is produced entirely by volunteers and the printing is subsidized by the sponsors who take out advertisements. This year's book net IMADA $4,400. If you did not receive a copy, stop by the Ipswich High School Fine Arts Office and pick one up!
This month our premium advertisers are our "featured sponsors." These businesses paid a premium price for the cover pages of the book. We thank them for their support!
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