Wanted – your memories!

Just a quick reminder that we’re compiling some historical information about the Federation and want this living document to capture the energy and warm, vibrant soul of the organization. So, we’re asking for your memories.

They can be about people, places, events, programs, or a piece of music you associate with any of these. They can be hilarious, tender, profound, embarrassing (just don’t embarrass other people without their blessing, please!). We want them all. There’s no maximum word length but short and sweet is always good. A big thank-you to those who have already sent items.

Email to paddymuir@gmail.com  Or if a handwritten note by snail mail works best for you, that’s fine too. The office will collect and make sure they get to the right place.  If you could have these in by the end of this month, even better! 

Please fill out this survey stressing the need for well equipped, affordable and acoustically favourable venues for choral concerts and rehearsal spaces in HRM!

https://www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/arts-venues

Dear Music Teachers,

We are excited to share information regarding our upcoming Audition Preparation Day, taking place in-person at Mount Allison University,Saturday, January 27, 2024.  The Audition Preparation Day is designed for any high school student who is interested in making music a part of their university studies, and will be of particular interest for Grade 11 and 12 students who are considering auditioning for a Bachelor of Music degree.

Students will learn about Mount Allison’s Music program, receive a private lesson, and participate in sessions about the audition process, career opportunities, and music theory.    

The fee for this event is $45 (no HST applied) and includes lunch on campus and access to all instructional opportunities. Participants and their families are also welcome to arrive on campus on Friday, January 26, to attend the Faculty Recital that evening – “Short Ride in a Fast Machine” with pianists David Rogosin and Stephen Runge – at no additional cost.

Visit our Music Department website to learn more about this event, Audition Preparation Day,or visit our Eventbrite Registration Page.

Please be in touch with our administrative assistant Margaret Craig, mcraig@mta.ca or 506-364-2374, or me, srunge@mta.ca, with any questions.