A note from the Editor's desk
As we approach the end of summer and a new school year, I am reminded of
how quickly summer seemed to go by. I am beginning to get the fall workshop
flyers in the mail and am surprised to see how early the Columbus Day is in
Oct. It comes in the first weekend.
For the second year members of the Chapter have held summer playing sessions.
This year the "theme tune" was The Leaves Be Green by William Byrd. The
real challenge was not notes or rhythms but the complexity of interaction
between the 5 parts to be played without reference to a score. By the end of
the summer it was pretty well mastered.
The schedule for this year is now available here.
Scholarship
We again remind you of the availability of scholarship money provided by
the Adirondack Baroque Consort Scholarship Fund. Active
members of the Chapter are encouraged to apply. Week long, weekend, or
one-day workshops of early music or recorder playing are eligible.
For scholarship information, call Jutta Von Schwerin or Sue Wright.
Dues
Our new Treasurer is Carol Turner. Your dues should be paid during the
first meeting, or you may send them directly to her in advance if you wish.
Local dues remain at $15, plus $40 for national ARS membership if you want to
be a national member. Also, we welcome additional contributions to help cover
local expenses. One membership covers all members of the family. Benefits of
national membership include notices of workshops, occasional free music and a
magazine (5 issues) containing music reviews, historical articles and columns
on instruction, performance and technique.
Music Library
Our extensive music library is fully functional and available for your
perusal. The current rules of library use are as follows:
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Only member of the Chapter may check out music and other materials.
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Music must be signed out on the sign out form.
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Duration of loan is 2-3 months.
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Music should be returned to Lee Danielson at any meeting.
All questions should be directed to Lee.
Consorts
There are a number of Consorts that are active and have members
from our Chapter. Sweetbrier II, the Bleekler Consort, the
Adirondack Baroque Consort, and Corelli Clash have been
active for years. A new one, the Crow Hill Consort has been
organized and includes Sandy Lawrence, Will Crowther, Carol Turner and Marie
Luise Carreno. The Platt Hollow Trio has also played during some
of our programs. The Byrd in the Bush has also been playing for
many years.
Our New Constitution
The members of the Chapter have approved a new constitution which is now
in effect. There are some changes in responsibilities and new
opportunities will be available. At the September meeting Lee Danielson
will explain these changes and accept all who volunteer for these
responsibilities.
Workshop
The workshop last spring was a great success as everyone in attendance
enjoyed the excellent coaching by Tricia Van Oers. We should discuss having
another one this year at our first meeting. Organization takes time and coaches
have to be retained early in the year.
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