MIDDLE SCHOOL 

CHRISTMAS CONCERT

 NEXT WEEK!

Join us for A Festival of Christmas on Thursday, Dec. 12. The program features our middle school music ensembles presenting a wide variety of seasonal music. Join us for traditional carols, great new arrangements, and a reminder of what the season is all about. The concert begins at 7 p.m. in our ZCS gymnasium. A freewill offering for the music department will be received.

CALL TIME FOR ALL THE MUSIC STUDENTS IS 6:45!

Choirs will line up by the choir room.

Students are invited to wear Christmas colors, sweaters, decorations, etc.

ADVANCE NOTICES FOR CHRISTMAS CONCERT

On THURSDAY, Dec. 12, the middle school music students will present a festival concert of Christmas music. Bands and choirs are both involved. Please make plans now to join us. A few advance notices for your planning:

1. The concert time is 7 p.m., and is in our gym. It looks to be about an hour long.
2. This is the one concert of the year in which we don't ask the students to be in uniform, but rather to celebrate Christmas by what they wear. Possibilities include Christmas colors, Christmas sweaters or ties, scarves and/or gloves, Christmas bows or other decorations. Use your imagination. Keep in mind that you need to be able to perform well in your 'costume', and so do those around you:)
3. Encourage your students to practice over the Thanksgiving break. The time between Thanksgiving and concert is very short this year.
4. I've been enjoying your students!

THE FALL CONCERT WAS A GREAT NIGHT OF PRAISE!

We're so thankful for all the teachers and students who helped make it possible. It was an evening of fun with music and joy and thanks to our God. Here's a clip to remind you of the evening. 

GIVE THE GIFT OF MUSIC THIS YEAR!

Band parents who are considering purchasing a new instrument for their student should be aware of this great deal! From now until the end of 2013, the YAMAHA Corporation is doubling their current rebate program on new instruments. That means $100-200 back on many models. Stop and see Mr. S for a brochure or shop at Meyer Music and ask about the Yamaha holiday rebate. A new instrument under the tree could mean a lifetime of musical satisfaction for your child.

1st-5th Grade Choir Concert

Our fall elementary choir concert is right around the corner! The students have been working hard and are excited to show you what they are learning in choir and music class.  The concert is on Tuesday, November 19 at 7pm  at Community Reformed Church in Zeeland.  All 1^st-5^th graders need to be in the church gym at 6:50; please do not drop them off before 6:40 as there will not be supervision earlier. If possible, have your child wear a solid, bright colored top and dress pants to the concert (no jeans please).

If you have any questions or concerns please let us know.  Thanks for all of your support! I am excited to see you all at the concert!

Kelli TenHaken

(ktenhaken@zcs.org)

Kevin Schonewill

(kschonewill@zcs.org)

FALL CONCERT NEXT WEEK!

Parents--You've no doubt been hearing about this one coming--I think the students are excited to share their music with everyone who attends. Some info about the night:

Time and Place:  7 p.m. in the ZCS Gym

Program order will be:
1. 7/8 Band
2. 5th Beginners Band
3. 6th Band
4. Offering and transition
5. 6/7 Choirs (together)

Dress:  Band students should be in uniform. 5/6 parents--make sure your student gets a gold polo as well as navy pants.  7/8 band: no hats or gloves, overlay with white side out for concert.

I'm hoping EVERYONE can make it!

thanks

Kevin Schonewill

WEATHER RELATED INFO

Since there is a chance of bad weather today, I thought I would add a post now that informs students and parents where to listen if they think the parade may be cancelled. I actually don't have confirmation of this, but I am suspecting both WHTC 1450 AM  and WJQK 99.3 FM will carry current announcements since they both have been covering the Pumpkinfest events. Also, if I get any notice of plans changing, I will post it here as well as send out a parent email promptly. Here's hoping we don't even need to know this!