August 2015 Edition In this edition... A Message from the CM State Chair The 2015-2020 Young Artist Guild CM Council Directory 2-3 Policy and Syllabus Updates Certificate of Merit Calendar Ensemble Repetoire 6 2016-17 Convention Theme Harp News 7 Good-byes & Hellos 7 2015 CM Evaluator Training Sessions MTAC Store 8 2015-20 YAG Directory 9 YAG Performers Profiles 1 2 3 4-6 7 8 10-12 Please submit all articles and information by November 30, 2015 (deadline) for December 2015 Newsletter to the Information Coordinator: Sue Scofield, Editor jandsscofield@earthlink.net Messages from the CM State Chair Dear CM Branch Chairs, I hope your summer was relaxing and you re ready for a new year of. We ve received nice feedback on our new Convention meeting format. Thank you for attending and supporting each other. Here are some highlights listed below to kick off CM 2016! The Branch Chair posting/mailing of Policies and Forms are posted and are ready to download for your CM Branch meeting preparations. Again this year, if you have any questions about BFS/GER, please contact Peggy Taylor. There will not be a FileMaker update. Please, remind teachers that they need to read and agree to the CM Registration Agreement before enrolling students in CM. If you would like a Council member to help with your CM meeting, schedule now! If you are a new Branch Chair, be sure to log in and update your Branch Information and also contact your CM Council Branch Chair Liaison. Instrument Coordinators or Representatives for your Branch are required to be listed in the Database. Now is a good time to change your Branch Chair database password. Thanks for everything you do; we know that CM would not happen without you. Regards, Judi Sands-Pertel CM State Chair Dear CM Teachers, It was nice to see many of you at Convention. Thanks for stopping by and saying hello. I hope you are refreshed and ready for CM 2016. 577 (18%, which is up 5% from last year) of you completed our CM 2015 survey. Thank you very much; your input was helpful. Here are just a few reminders and updates: CM Registration: October 1 October 31, 2015. Please, register students early and take care of change of teacher requests by October 15 th if possible. New documents and policies and have been posted at your teacher home site. FYI, Theory score averages from 2015: Piano 89.6%, Strings 90.34%, Voice 91.1%, Winds 90.3%. CM registration was up 342 students. Please, plan on attending your Branch teacher meeting and give your support to your Branch Chair and Instrument Coordinators. Keep in mind the spirit of the meeting, to start the CM year for our students and provide smooth evaluations. Our Branch Chairs work very hard to support you and this wonderful program. Respectfully, Judi Sands-Pertel CM State Chair
Council Directory 2015-16 Newsletter August 2015 Edition, Page 2 Judi Sands-Pertel State Chair jspmidi@aol.com The 2015-20 Young Artist Guild Michelle Rumley Assistant State Chair / CCSR* mrumley.mtac@gmail.com Sue Scofield Information & Teacher Training Coordinator / CCSR* jandsscofield@earthlink.net Ryan Huo Test Materials & Publications Coordinator Database Support Representative / CCSR* ryanhuo@me.com Tina Carter Piano Evaluator North Training & Recruiting Coordinator Branch Chair North Support cm.tcarter@yahoo.com Susan Beaty Piano Evaluator South Training & Recruiting Coordinator Branch Chair South Support / CCSR* susanbeaty488@gmail.com Carolyn Christian Piano Evaluator North Scheduling Coordinator cchristian43@gmail.com Annie Chen Piano Evaluator South Scheduling Coordinator CMPianoEvalSouth@gmail.com Gloria Ho Strings Evaluator North Training & Recruiting Coordinator Strings Evaluator North Scheduling Coordinator Strings Panel Regional North Coordinator gloho@att.net Tammy Tsai Strings Evaluator South Training & Recruiting Coordinator Strings Panel Regional South Coordinator thedancinviolin@gmail.com Cheri Hutchison-Dierl Strings Evaluator South Scheduling Coordinator / CCSR* cheridierl@gmail.com Peggy Taylor Harp Program Development Coordinator CCSR* / BFS & GER Support to all Branches** peggy09876@yahoo.com ** Branch Fast Schedule/Generate Evaluation Report It was a pleasure to introduce six new Young Artist Guild Members: (from left) Hana Mizuta, Tammy Wu, Alex Chien, Emily Zheng, Brian Chen, and Misha Galant at the 2015 MTAC Convention in San Jose. (YAG Directory & Profiles on pages 9 to 12). These talented musicians are now available to present a Young Artist Guild program for your Branch. Encourage your branch to host a Young Artist Guild member in concert. Information on Young Artist Guild alumni and YAG Concert Agreement forms are posted online at www.mtac.org. Please forward all signed YAG Concert Agreement forms to the Young Artist Guild Coordinator, Nicole Burns. If you need any further information or assistance, please contact Nicole Burns at burnspianostudio@aol.com. Have a wonderful year, and many thanks for supporting the Young Artist Guild! *CCSR - CM Chair Computer Support Representative: Branch names from: Alameda Golden Gate: Sue Scofield Hacienda Heights Los Angeles County: Marie Kaneta Marin County Orange County West: Peggy Taylor Palo Alto Riverside County: Michelle Rumley Sacramento County San Mateo County: Ryan Huo Santa Barbara County Sonoma County: Cheri Hutchison-Dierl South Bay Yolo: Susan Beaty
Council Directory 2015-16 Newsletter August 2015 Edition, Page 3 (continued from page 2) Sharlae Jenkins Voice Evaluator North/South Training & Recruiting Coordinator Voice Evaluator North/South Scheduling Coordinator Voice Panel Regional North/South Coordinator Voice Convention Recital Coordinator sharlae.mtac@gmail.com Chris Steffanic Winds Evaluator North Training & Recruiting Coordinator Winds Evaluator North Scheduling Coordinator Winds Panel Regional North Coordinator Winds Convention Recital Coordinator chrissteffanicmtac@outlook.com Emily Senchuk Winds Evaluator South Training & Recruiting Coordinator Winds Evaluator South Scheduling Coordinator Winds Panel Regional South Coordinator Winds Convention Recital Coordinator emsenchuk@earthlink.net Marie Kaneta Panel Finals Coordinator / CCSR* piano.kaneta@gmail.com Lauren Goodall Piano Panel Finals North Coordinator goodall4@comcast.net Grace Yu Piano Regional Panel North Coordinator gracemyu@yahoo.com Pamela Lam Piano Regional Panel South Coordinator pamlam@usa.net Nicole A. Burns Young Artist Guild Coordinator burnspianostudio@aol.com Catherina Murni Piano Festival Convention Recital Coordinator claviercath@gmail.com Policy and Syllabus Updates for CM 2016 Piano Ensembles: 1. The non-memorized option supersedes the two memorized pieces rule for Levels Prep - 2. So, Levels Prep - 2 may play in an ensemble and only have to memorize one piece. 2. Different parts may be at different levels for different leveled students as long as each part is at the registered level or above for each student performing in the ensemble. Instrument solos (including piano) with accompaniment, are not accepted as ensemble pieces. 3. Maximum number of pianos used in the Convention Ensemble Recital is two. Piano Repertoire: For CM 2016, The Frederick Harris Celebrations Series: Perspectives has been replaced by Celebrations Series: 2015 Edition. Teachers may use any pieces in the new 2015 Edition Repertoire and Etude books as Syllabus pieces, level for level (for example: Level 7 Books for CM Level 7, etc.). Teachers may continue to use the out of print Perspectives on hand as Syllabus pieces until a new piano Syllabus is released. Advanced Repertoire/Technique Clarification: ADVANCED (LEVEL 10) REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS From page 145 of the 2012 Piano Syllabus Four pieces must be performed. Panel applicants should select repertoire that is of the highest level. Two pieces plus the etude must be memorized. A second original score is required for un-memorized music. For Panel Auditions, all pieces must be memorized. One piece from this list of Categories, pages 145-152, is required for CM Evaluations. (The Etude is considered technique, and therefore is not the "Syllabus piece.") TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS From page 92 of the 2012 Piano Syllabus Ardes Abad Piano New Materials, Theme, & Ensemble Convention Recital Coordinator RECITAL@ardesmusic.com The etude must be from the Etudes for Advanced Level list on pages 153-158 of the syllabus.
August 2015 Edition, Page 4 2015-16 Certificate of Merit Calendar July 31 Deadline for all Branch Instrument Coordinators to be listed in the database. August 31 Deadline for Branch Chairs and Instrument Coordinators to get their requested dates to the Piano Scheduling Coordinators and Instrument Coordinators. Registration & Evaluator Sign-up October 1 Database opens for Registration. October 31 11:59 p.m. Database closed for Registration for all branches. Branches may not make their own registration deadline. No late registration. November 1 Fees, one teacher and one check, must be submitted directly to the Branch Chair and must be postmarked no later than November 1. Teacher Work Contracts (if required by Branch) MUST also be submitted at this time. November 15 Branch CM fees due to State Office. Check from Branch to State Office for the branch CM fees must be postmarked by 11/15 or a 1% late fee will be imposed. November 15-30 Evaluator Choice Form posted at the Teacher s Home page. Enter Evaluation Information Online, Evaluator Input, and Panel Input January 2 Database opens for entering evaluation information and Repertoire online. Note: Each branch will set its own deadline for teachers to enter evaluation information online. January 2 Database opens for Evaluators to confirm assignments. January 15 Deadline for Panel Teachers to enter repertoire online. Deadline for Panel students to revert to Non-Panel status. Last chance to revert. January 15 Deadline for Evaluators to confirm assignments. January 20 Database opens for Branch Chairs to verify Evaluator List. January 31 Deadline for Branch Chairs to verify Evaluator List. January 31 Deadline to submit YAG Letter of Intent and repertoire.
August 2015 Edition, Page 5 CM Evaluation Dates February 13 April 3 2/13, 2/14, 2/20, 2/21, 2/27, 2/28, 3/5, 3/6, 3/12, 3/13, 3/19, 3/20, 3/26, 4/2, 4/3 Branch CM Evaluations, North and South. Note: Teachers check with Branch Chair for your branch s evaluation dates. Panel Regionals Dates February 20-21, 27 Piano Panel Regional North. February 20-21, 27-28 Piano Panel Regional South. February 21 Strings Panel Regional North. February 21 Strings Panel Regional South. TBA Winds and Voice Panel Regional North. February 28 Winds and Voice Panel Regional South. March 10 Deadline for Panel applicants to complete theory tests at their own branch. Panel Finals Dates March 10 Deadline for Panel Final Application. No late applications. April 1-2-3 Final Panel Auditions South (Piano). April 8-9-10 Final Panel Auditions North (Piano). April 2 Winds and Voice Final Panel North and South. April 3 Strings Final Panel North and South.
August 2015 Edition, Page 6 Convention and Other Year-End Deadlines April 3 April 4 April 15 April 15 April 25 April 30 April 29, 30, May 1 May 15 May 15 May 15 May 31 May 31 July 1-5 Deadline for completion of Theory Make-up. Theory test materials may be released statewide. Deadline for Convention Applications. $30 Convention Application Fee per student is due. Deadline to apply for Make-up Evaluations (MUP) for High School Students only, with valid excuse. Deadline for Chair to send MUP applications and fees to State Office. Deadline for Branch Chairs to submit the Branch Assessment of Evaluators. CM Council Meeting. Deadline for Completion of MUP evaluation, High School Students only, with valid excuse. Convention recital Final Schedule posted on the state website. Branch Chairs may begin to request CM 2017 Evaluation dates. Deadline for teachers to report database entry errors. No changes made after this date. Deadline to enter MUP results. Convention 2016 at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport ENSEMBLE REPERTOIRE CM Council is compiling a list of Ensemble Repertoire similar to the Piano Panel Repertoire list posted at your Teacher Home page. Please send your favorites or most popular to Sue Scofield by October 1 st. We really want to encourage more participation! Any of your ideas are welcome. Types of Ensembles: Duet (1 piano, 4 hands) Duo (2 pianos, 4 hands) One piano, 6 hands Two pianos, 8 hands Other (any formation using 1 or 2 pianos) Examples: Essential Keyboard Trios, 10 Intermediate to Advanced Selections Alfred Weekley and Arganbright numerous publications - Kjos
August 2015 Edition, Page 7 2016 & 2017 Convention Theme Sounds of Nature The Theme topic for Conventions in 2016 and 2017 is Sounds of Nature: a combination of different elements and sounds inspired by nature and the out-of-doors. Music may bear the title of the Sounds of Nature, such as The Storm by Burgmu ller or Butterfly by Grieg for piano, Flight of the Bumblebee for violin, Lilacs for voice, Three Lakes Sonata for flute, and pieces or songs about rainbows, stars, moonlight, mountains, the ocean, animals, snow, leaves, etc. Music may be commonly referred to by a subtitle of the Sounds of Nature, such as Chopin s Winter Wind Etude, Raindrop Prelude, etc. Two to three short movements from a suite are allowed, as long as it is within the time limit. Vocal students may sing art songs or selections from a song cycle, collection, or larger work. Teachers should contact their Branch CM Chair or Instrument Coordinator if there are any questions. Piano, Strings, Voice, Winds: Levels 3 Advanced Harp: Levels 1 Advanced Time limit: 7 minutes Harp News Welcome new Harp teachers! We are growing toward our goal of 100 new CM harp students over the next couple of years. So, encourage your students to give CM a try. Remember, adult students may participate in CM, too. I am looking forward to working with you and your Branch CM Chairs this year. Any harp teachers interested in CM evaluating should contact Peggy Taylor. All harp evaluators are due for training this year. Peggy Taylor Harp Development Coordinator peggy09876@yahoo.com Good-Byes and Hellos to CM Council Members Please join me in thanking outgoing Council members Natsuki Fukasawa, Lee Galloway and Vera Hoalim. We sincerely appreciate their voluntary dedication and contribution to the Music Teachers Association of California. I know they will find many ways to continue to share their talents and abilities in our musical communities. Welcome aboard new Council members Chris Steffanic, our Winds Coordinator North, Pamela Lam, our Piano Panel Regional South Coordinator, and Grace Yu, our Piano Panel Regional North Coordinator. There are two new job responsibility changes to announce. Lauren Goodall will be the Finals Piano Panel North Coordinator and Marie Kaneta will be the State Panel Coordinator. Many thanks to all, Judi Sands-Pertel CM State Chair
August 2015 Edition, Page 8 2015 Certificate of Merit Evaluator Training Sessions RSVP by September 30, 2015 to https://fs24.formsite.com/cmcouncil/evalrsvp/index.html All attendees must complete an Evaluator Quiz prior to the session you attend. This will serve as your admission ticket. For more information contact your Instrument Coordinator. Late arrivals will not receive credit for training. For Piano and Voice Evaluators South Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015 2:15 PM Gathering Time 2:30-4:30 PM: Training Session Studio of Madeline Miller 25809 Lochmoor Road Valencia, CA 91355 For Piano and Harp Evaluators South Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015 2:45 PM Gathering Time 3:00-5:00 PM: Training Session Kim s Piano 10200 Beach Blvd. Stanton, CA 90680 For Piano and Harp Evaluators South Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015 2:45 PM Gathering Time 3:00-5:00 PM: Training Session Kim s Piano 10200 Beach Blvd. Stanton, CA 90680 For String Evaluators - South Monday, October 12, 2015 9:30 a.m. Studio of Tammy Tsai 12940 Essex Place Cerritos, CA 90703 For Wind Evaluators - South Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015 3:00-5:00 PM Training Session Studio of Emily Senchuk 5845 Doverwood Dr. Culver City, CA 90230 For String Evaluators North Sunday, August 30, 2015 12:00 PM Studio of Gloria Ho 33045 Korbel St. Union City, CA 94587 For Piano, Strings, Winds and Voice Evaluators - North Saturday, October 24, 2015 1:45 PM Gathering Time 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Training Session Studio of Carol Herndon 1699 Shasta Avenue San Jose, CA 95128 For Piano, Strings, Winds and Harp Evaluators North Sunday, November 8, 2015 1:45 PM Gathering Time 2:00-4:00 PM Training Session Cosumnes River College 8401 Center Parkway Sacramento, CA 95823 WHAT S NEW IN THE MTAC STORE? Watch for email updates from the State Office about purchasing: 2015 Practice Theory Tests. NEW Ear Training materials for all Instruments including CD s and written tests.
August 2015 Edition, Page 9 Young Artist Guild 2015-2020 Directory Student Info Brian Chen, Pianist 9131 Whitney Way, Cypress, CA 90630 xiaofangchn@gmail.com 562-653-6670 Alex Chien, Pianist 6191 McAbee Rd., San Jose, CA 95120 alexchien8sj@gmail.com 408-462-2292 Misha Galant, Pianist 4151 Terra Alta Dr., San Ramon, CA 94582 ok4misha@hotmail.com 510-744-9102 Hana Mizuta, Pianist 1821 Granger Ave., Los Altos, CA 94024 mizutahana@gmail.com 408-355-8695 Tammy Wu, Pianist 15503 Cardamon Way, Tustin, CA 92782 wadewwu912@gmail.com 657-218-8678 Emily Zheng, Flutist 501 E. Wistaria Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006 emzheng@aol.com 626-447-1511 Teacher Info Elena Makarova Los Angeles Branch elena_m_wang@hotmail.com 909-839-3083 Kai Chi Zhu Santa Clara Branch kaichi.zhu@gmail.com 408-268-7203 Olya Katsman Southern Alameda Branch ok4misha@hotmail.com 510-744-9102 Heidi Hau San Mateo Branch classic_hau@yahoo.com 650-208-8538 Jenny Shin Los Angeles Branch jennyshinpiano@gmail.com 909-247-5207 Bolin Pan Pasadena Branch bolinpan@yahoo.com 626-243-3919
August 2015 Edition, Page 10 Young Artist Guild 2015-2020 Performers Profiles Biography: Brian Chen Pianist Biography: Alex Chien Pianist Brian Chen has been studying piano for 12 years and is currently a student of Elena Makarova. He has won numerous competitions, including the MTAC Solo Competition, Los Angeles International Liszt Competition, Los Angeles Young Musicians International Competition, and Bradshaw and Buono International Piano Competition. He has performed at Carnegie Hall, Zipper Concert Hall and the Nixon Library. He also volunteers at his local senior center to play music for the seniors every month. Testimonial: I am very honored to be accepted into the Young Artist Guild, as I have been doing CM for a long time and this is basically the epitome of the CM program. Since my father has already retired, the YAG scholarships will help to ease any financial difficulty in my continuing study of piano. I know that with the Guild s help, I will become an even better musician and continue to share my music with those around me. Alex Chien is the winner of many piano competitions, including first prize in the Los Angeles International Liszt Competition, the Virginia Waring International Piano Competition, the 9th International Russian Piano Competition, the Mondavi Young Artist Competitions and the Pacific Music Society Annual Competition. He has given multiple solo recitals and concerto performances across the US, South America and Europe. Alex has performed in many musical festivals, fund-raising concerts and master classes. Testimonial: The YAG s generous scholarships will make it possible for me to concern myself less with the financial burdens of college, and instead focus on pushing past my limits as an artist. In college, I hope to inspire myself, my friends, my teachers, and most importantly those who have yet to experience classical music. Program Prelude and Fugue in F Major, BWV 880, WTC II - J.S. Bach Sonata Op. 57, I. Allegro assai - Beethoven Etude in c minor, Op. 25, No. 12 Chopin Mephisto Waltz No. 1, S514 - Lizst Piano Sonata No. 7 in B flat Major, Op. 83, Allegro inquieto Prokofiev Brian Chen, Pianist, YAG Class of 2015, xiaofangchn@gmail.com Program Prelude and Fugue in c# minor, BWV 873, WTC II - J.S. Bach Sonata in Eb Major, Op. 81a (Les Adieux), Adagio- Allegro - Beethoven Polonaise-Fantasie, Op.6 1 Chopin Etude in a minor, Op. 25, No. 11 Chopin Sonata No. 7, Op. 83, Allegro inquieto - Prokofiev Alex Chien, Pianist, YAG Class of 2015, alexchien8sh@gmail.com
August 2015 Edition, Page 11 Biography: Misha Galant Pianist Biography: Hana Mizuta Pianist Born to a family of musicians, Misha Galant is the winner of numerous competitions and has already performed with the Utah, Oakland, Peninsula, and Livermore Symphony Orchestras. Currently studying with his mother, Olya Katsman, he is one of ten students nationwide to receive the Chopin Scholarship from the Chopin Foundation and was one of 24 worldwide selected to participate in the Junior Van Cliburn competition. Misha enjoys performing to raise funds for various volunteer organizations. Testimonial: Playing the piano is my greatest passion. The path in my immediate future must lead toward its mastery. To that end, all of the money I receive, either from competition winnings or scholarships will be set aside to fund my education at the music school to which I am accepted after I graduate from high school next year. Receipt of a Young Artist Guild scholarship would be of great benefit as well as a prestigious achievement. Program Prelude and Fugue in a minor, BWV 889, WTC II - J.S. Bach Sonata in C Major, Hob. XVI:50, I. Allegro - Haydn Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 Lizst Transcendental Etude in f minor - Lizst Serpent s Kiss - Bolcom Misha Galant, Pianist, YAG Class of 2015, ok4misha@hotmail.com Hana Mizuta, 16, is a junior at Homestead High School and has been playing the piano since the age of 5. She is a student of Heidi Hau at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music PreCollege Program, and has been the winner of several competitions, including the Menuhin- Dowling Music Competition and the San Francisco Chopin Competition. She is also the President of Hope of Music, a student-run music organization. Testimonial: I am honored to be accepted into the Young Artist Guild and to be given the scholarship and performance opportunities. Since I plan to pursue music in college, I will be traveling throughout the country for auditions. These scholarship funds will help immeasurably in covering these expenses. In addition, I will use the scholarship towards the costs of summer music festivals, such as Music@Menlo, which provide inspiring opportunities to collaborate with talented musicians. Program Prelude and Fugue in b minor, BWV 893, WTC II - J.S. Bach Sonata in D Major, Op. 28 Pastoral Beethoven Andante Spianato et Grande Polonaise, Op. 22 Chopin Etude Tableaux, Op. 33, No. 6 - Rachmaninoff Gargoyles, Op. 29- Liebermann Hana Mizuta, Pianist, YAG Class of 2015, mizutahana@gmail.com
August 2015 Edition, Page 12 Biography: Tammy Wu Pianist Biography: Emily Zheng Flutist Tammy Wu, 16, is a junior at Beckman High School in Irvine, CA, and currently studies with Jenny Shin. Tammy performed at Carnegie Hall, New York, at Wiener Saal Mozarteum, Salzburg, Austria and at the Count Sheremetyev Palace, St Petersburg, Russia. Winner of many top awards and prizes, Tammy has distinguished herself in piano competitions such as Los Angeles International Liszt Competition, Bradshaw & Buono International Piano Competition, International Russian Music Piano Competition, California International Young Artists Competition, and others. During college, Tammy wishes to double major in economics and math while continuing her piano studies on the side. Testimonial: Being able to be a part of the Young Artist s Guild is an incredible honor that has inspired me to persist in my musical journey to maximize my potential and abilities as an artist. The YAG scholarships will help me continue to develop my skills as a performer as well as help me extend my gift and love for music altruistically allowing me to grow both as a pianist and a humanitarian. Program Prelude and Fugue in eb/d# minor, BWV 853, WTC I - J.S. Bach Sonata in F Major, Hob. XVI:3, 1. Moderato - Haydn Etude in E Major, Op. 10, No. 3 Chopin Faust Waltz, S 407 Lizst Nocturne, Op. 38, No. 4 (1992) - Liebermann Emily Zheng studies with Bolin Pan and has garnered numerous awards, including first place at the AFAF Romantic Music International Competition, Southern California Bach Festival Complete Works Audition, and Young Wind Musicians category at SYMF. A winner in Stanford Youth Orchestra s Concerto Competition and a National YoungArts Winner, Emily has performed in master classes with renowned artists including Jim Walker and John Barcellona. Emily will attend Pomona College in the fall while continuing flute performance. Testimonial: I am very honored to be named a Young Artist Guild member. The YAG scholarships will not only help me continue taking private lessons to improve my musical ability, but will also alleviate travel expenses and application fees for future competitions. Thanks to the aid, I will be able to continue music through study, performance and competition. Program Concerto in G, I. Allegro Quantz Concerto in E minor, III. Rondo Russo- Mercadante Fantaisie Brillante (on themes from Bizet s Carmen) Borne Poem Griffes Duo - Copland Emily Zheng, Flutist, YAG Class of 2015, emzheng@aol.com Tammy Wu, Pianist, YAG Class of 2015, wadewwu912@gmail.com