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Happy, Happy New Year! As I sit here compiling this newsletter on a sunny winter day, I can't help but think of all the wonderful opportunities that lie ahead. Most of our students are practicing and polishing their pieces for their Federation Festival experience, and I truly hope it is an awesome experience for all involved - students, teachers, and parents. Then, before we know it, it will be end-of-the-year recital season! I love that we are all going to be immersed in some fabulous music! Read more
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'Tis the Season!! I love this time of year, from the changing autumn leaves, to the smell of turkey in the oven and family gatherings, to the holiday music far and wide. It is a special time of year and I sincerely hope you will take full advantage of it, with a loving, giving, and cheerful heart. "'Til ringing, singing on its way!" Read More
Thank you to those of you who came to our WSFMC Annual Conference. We hope you found it worth your while. I heard from one teacher, "I've been doing this for 40 years and I'm still learning new things when I come to these [meetings]." Here's what we learned from our Post-Conference Survey: Read More
Happy Summer, y'all! Yes, coming home from the NFMC Convention in Austin, Texas, I sometimes catch myself talking like a true Texan! It was great to see friends and colleagues from across the nation and get the latest and greatest information from our National leaders. Read more
Happy June! We're having some great weather right now and everything looks green and lush. Because we didn't send out a May newsletter, I want to wish all of you ladies a very Happy Mother's Day! And dads? I have not forgotten you - Happy Father's Day! Remember, even though some of you wonderful men and women may not be mothers or fathers does not mean you should not be celebrated. Think about it - we are helping to raise the next generation to reach their potential and maximize their abilities as teachers and mentors. Read More
I believe most of you have completed your Junior Festivals for the year 2025. Congratulations on another successful year for our Senior Clubs that support these wonderful Junior students. What went well? Did you try anything new this year? If so, did it work? Were there things you would like to see improved upon for next year? Your feedback is important not only for our State, but at the National level, so please do not hesitate to speak up and let your voice be heard. I'm headed down to the Portland area to adjudicate a Festival down there and I'm going to take good notes! We should always be learning.
Speaking of learning, it's that time of year again - NFMC Convention! READ MORE And just like that, it's Festival Season! Hopefully all music selections have been made and learned, but just in case, there is GOOD NEWS further down in this newsletter about a consolidated list - consolidating bulletin selections AND all the updates - all in one place! The project of having the entire bulletin online continues to be underway, but for right now, PIANO SOLO/ENSEMBLE and VOCAL selections are available on this consolidated list. BEST WISHES for a successful and joyful Festival experience! Read more
 WOW! Just, wow! Who had ever even heard of a BOMB CYCLONE? I certainly had never heard of such a thing, but now I can say that I have survived one! I hope this December newsletter finds all of you with light, heat, hot water, and food to eat. I noticed something interesting during this trial for so many people - we all seemed to be a little more kind and patient and helpful. We didn't have to wait for an introduction to the person down the street that had a tree in their house. We just picked up a chainsaw and rake and went to work. Strangers had conversations while standing in line at the grocery story waiting to buy groceries to replace those items that had to be thrown out. Lines at gas stations found people sharing stories of their experience during this severe weather event. We paid attention and we felt empathy. Wouldn't it be nice if we could do and feel those things in our normal, everyday lives? Maybe something we can all work on in the new year.
For important information about WSFMC, Read more  Thank you to all who attended our WSFMC General Meeting, luncheon, and birthday party! It is so nice to meet in person at least once a year to reconnect with our colleagues, share ideas, and provide encouragement to each other. Thanks to each and every one of you who attended. Thank you for all the fabulous gift baskets and flowers that were raffled off. Thank you to the Executive Board, and Risa Jun, for the set up and clean up. None of this could have happened without your efforts and attendance. THANK YOU! Please click here to read the full newsletter.
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