With the beginning of the New Year come new ideas!

Sign up sheets for the following classes are located in the lobby.

—————————————————————————————–

Spirit of Rhythm (Drum Circle)

Ages: Teens – Adults

Four Saturday – Jan 21, 28   Feb 4, 11

*Beginners 2pm – 3:30pm     *Advanced 3:30pm – 5pm

*Cost: $48

—————————————————————————-

Fun Rhythm Class

Ages: 5 – Teens

Four Saturday – Jan 21, 28   Feb 4, 11

*Beginners 2pm – 3:30pm     *Advanced 3:30pm – 5pm

*Cost: $48

—————————————————————————-

Music Lingua Classes

In Spanish, German & French for

Infant through 8 yrs.

There is a sign up sheet survey to find out how many parents may be interested in enroll their children in a class and in which language.

———————————————-

Ukulele

Workshop starting soon.

———————————————-

Music Theory

Ages: All Private Lesson Students

As there is not always time for teachers to tend to students theory of music the teachers of Philomusica have come up with an idea!

There will be one teacher available from 3:30pm – 7 pm daily to tend to only theory for the students.

This means that a student can have their instrument lesson at the assigned time and then attend a theory class either before and or after their lesson up to 60 minutes. The time can be left up to the discretion of the parent/student. As theory is an important aspect of music and we would like to enter students for theory exams, they do not have to cram the material in at the last minute and this would also allow parents a little more time for shopping or whatever!

Fee: $32 per month

We would like to provide this service for you for having an extra hour of theory participation; however, we cannot pro-rate for lesser participation. Please make use of this offer.

—————————————————————————————–

ABRCM & CAMP

ABRCM—The Associated Board of the Royal College of Music

These exams will take place in May where an examiner will be flown in from London. These exams are so highly evaluated all over the world that they provide a “real” evaluation of the student. They provide eight levels.

In 2012 Philomusica will be entering students in an internationally recognized level of musicianship of piano, instrumental and theory exams.

CAMP – Colorado Association of Music Proficiency

The teachers will be advising students as to which association they think would be an appropriate entry.

For students who would like a high level, local and a more relaxed evaluation, the performance will still be judged and open to the public. There will be trophies and certificates awarded to all students.

Do’s

Make clear to your child at the outset of lessons, in an enthusiastic manner, that music training is a long-term process, just like school, but with many high points of pleasure along the way.

Your child has his own unique pace, so avoid comparing him to siblings or neighbors’ children who may appear to be playing better than he. Anticipate “ups and downs” in his attitude and progress, along with a number of “growing pain” periods.

Seriously contemplate how to help your child. Knowing when to help, when to be supportive, and when to withdraw to encourage him to help himself, is a parental art in itself.

Stress that quality, not quantity, of practice is what results in real progress.

“Music comes to the child more naturally when there is music in his mother’s speaking voice,” said the violin educator, Suzuki. So be pleasant and encouraging about your child’s practicing. Naturally there will be occasions when you will need to be firm. But, remember, with “music in your voice,” coach him, guide him, and don’t police him.

When you help your child, be at his side – not at the other end of the room or in the next room. Teach him to treat the practice session with the same respect he gives to his lesson period.

During a “crisis,” always “talk it out” with your child in an atmosphere of mutual respect. If the issue is serious, you may need to discuss it with the teacher first. Allow your child to participate in the final decision so he feels that his voice has been heard. Teach him to interact constructively in group decision making.

A sense of humor is a powerful tool with which to resolve disagreements about practicing.

Always let your child feel you are proud of his achievements, even when they are small.

Don’ts

Never belittle your child’s efforts.

Don’t despair at temporary lapses in practice. Threats can work during periods of high motivation in music, but may boomerang during a “growing pain” period. The day may come when he will remind you of your threat and insist that you make good on it.

Don’t criticize your child in the presence of others, especially the teacher. The teacher has skillfully built up a good relationship with your child, and his “loss of face” will tend to undermine it. Speak to the teacher privately about problems, and to others not at all.

Your financial investment in your child’s music lessons pays its dividends through the skills he acquires over the years, not by the amount of his daily practice, or how much he plays for you or your guests. Remember you are giving your child a music education for his artistic use, for his self expression, and his pleasure. Don’t expect him as a child to be grateful  for your sacrifices. His gratitude will come years later when he can play and enjoy music as an adult.

Fall is upon us and winter is around the corner. That means the Holiday concert is in the middle creeping upon us! We thank you for your continued enrollment and so enjoy seeing the children growing musically and physically with us.

Do’s & Dont’s For Parents

This list was created to help parents to understand how to get the most out of their music lessons.

Guitar and Violin Studio Classes

The Guitar and Violin Studio Classes were enjoyed by all who participated and attended in October. Parents were amazed at the progress the children had made. The guitar class was joined together as a collaborative class with drums and piano students. Please try to attend our next studio classes in 2012. See the calendar.

Thanksgiving Closure

Philomusica will be closed Tuesday Nov.22-26. We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving.

Drums of the World

The Colorado Symphony presents a family series and on Sun. Nov. 27, at 2:30p is “Drums of the World”.  I will have a sign up sheet and if we have enough interest I will try for a group rate again. Last year was really fun  when the Philomusica families went to Casa Bonita after the concert. The original price is $13 for children and $25 for adults but I believe we paid much less as a group rate. I think it was $13 for adults and $11 for children. I need to check.

Holiday Recital

The students are all preparing for their recital, which will take place on December 18 at the stage area of the Foothills Fashion Mall. The recitals will begin at 1p and will keep going throughout the afternoon till 5p or maybe 6p We will have sign-up sheets for everyone to choose the best available hour and time slot for the family and friends to attend and it would be advisable to stay for the hour.

Holiday Gifts offered at Philomusica

• Gift certificates. Philomusica offers pretty gift certificates for young and old!
• Greek Cook Book – Recipes are most delicious and proven so!
• German Christmas CD  – sung by Gunter Bischof and accompanied by Nicolette & Nicholas Bischof.

Holiday Closure

Philomusica will be closed Thurs. Dec. 22 – Jan.3 for the holidays. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah.

New Software Program

Thank you to everyone for having the patience to update their info.  We are very happy that we are now certified PCI Complaint, which means that all the credit card information is sent directly to the bank and there is no middle-man or company that collects the data.

Web address – Philomusica.com

We have being a little lax in keeping up with the calendar and newsletters, but we now have it all together. The new software program now allows us to email the newsletters and other info to you. If you haven’t given us your email, please check the web periodically for the latest news.

Snow days

Philomusica will be following the Poudre School District closures. We will leave a message on our machine early in the morning for those who do not have school aged children.

Drum Circle for Adults

Keith Hancock will be teaching a drum circle/ hand drum lessons on Saturday afternoons for an hour and a half, for four weeks, beg. Jan. 14 – Feb.4. Fee: $30. The drum circles are very enjoyable and are known to relieve stress. Please contact the office for registering.

Try out Instruments

Beginning in January Philomusica will be offering a one hour a month introduction to all instruments hands-on.  Children who are interested in studying a second instrument to play in band or orchestra at school and are not sure which one they would like, can come along and try them out to help them decide. Actually adults may also come join.

Musical Zoo

Will be taking place on February 19 as an educational children’s event of the Fort Collins Symphony and we have arranged a very exciting program. Please mark the date.

Fort Collins Symphony

On Sat. February 18 the symphony will be playing the Vivaldi “Four Seasons” with a Violin guest artist. We at Philomusica can also arrange group bookings for parents to attend and arrange for babysitting. Please let us know if you are interested in attending.

National Federation of Music Festival

Congratulations to the many students from Philomusica that participated in the 2011 National Federation of Music Festival on April 2^nd.  We would like to especially congratulate those that received Superior and Excellent ratings in solo performance!!!  We had 52 Superior ratings and 25 Excellent ratings. Look for your child’s name in the Coloradoan during the month of April.  Please check back later in the month for Theory results.  Thank you to all who made the National Federation of Music Festival a success!!!!!!!

Group Piano Incentive Program

Beginning in April Philomusica will be implementing an Incentive Program for the group piano classes.  Children will be evaluated each week on their piano skill/performance. Evaluation will be based on note recognition, accuracy of rhythm and maintaining a steady beat. Children will also be evaluated on time spent practicing. Each child will receive 1, 3, or 5 points. Each value will correspond to a specific color that will change each month. After four weeks, students receiving a perfect score of 20 points will receive a prize (chosen from a prize box) as well as a certificate.

Looking for volunteers

We have an opportunity to spruce up the decorations in the studio. There is a

photographer that is interested in taking some pictures of the students with

instruments.  The pictures would be in black and white with a hint of color. If you

think you would be interested in helping liven up the walls of Philomusica please let us know.  This is absolutely FREE! We are hoping to have a list of candidates by the 20th of April. The sign up sheet will be on the table in the main waiting space. Thank you in advance!

Registration Day: Sunday May 22, 2011

Philomusica will be holding our first ever registration day as we have expanded and many teachers schedules are full.

The registration day will be for the purpose of reserving space for our students as well as the deadline for preserving the same prices for current students.

This day will include a BBQ get together –allowing present & new students/parents to meet one another and provide an opportunity for students to reserve their space for the 2011-2012 studio year with their teacher.

This will also allow parents/students to register for summer lessons and summer camps. We will be raising our prices this Fall and we would like to extend the present prices to our current parents/students. – Sunday, May 22, or before, is the deadline to receive current prices.

Summer Months:

Another change is that automatic payments will continue through the summer months. Therefore it would be necessary to fill in the summer registration form, circling the number of weeks attending, as the fees will be pro-rated. Please decide to allow your children to take some lessons during the summer as a complete stop means a lot of revision in the new school year. Many parents have mentioned that they were happy that they enrolled their children in the summer, as they were able to practice so much more and progressed faster. That is why we are pro-rating the classes/lessons – to keep the music going.

Please register by May 22 or sooner for the sake of the instructors,

Philomusica’s scheduling purposes and current prices.

Philo or Pre-piano classes: payment schedule will remain the same.

Philo & Pre-Piano classes will remain the same and we will add Wed. & Fri. 9:30 &/or 10:30AM class (feedback about which times would be helpful).

Group Piano: class fees will be raised so please register on or before May 22^nd.  The group piano schedule will remain the same and we will add a Mon. Wed. & Friday morning class at 9:30 &/or 10:30AM(feedback about which times would be helpful).

2011 Summer Camp Information

• Newsletter March  2011

Calendar of events

Many students from Philomusica will be preparing for the National Federation of Music Clubs Festival. The Festival will be taking place on April 2, 2011. We will be having a recital to help prepare them for the Festival on March 26^th and 27^th.   Please see Recitals Section

Saturday March  5, 2011 -  Musical Zoo

Günter & Nicolette will be assisting “The Fort Collins Symphony Guild” to produce the Musical Zoo at the Senior Center.  Günter will be the narrator in “Peter and the Wolf” joined by members of the Symphony.  The Musical Zoo will be taking place from 9am – Noon, $3 at the door. There will not be Philo/Pre-Paino/Private Lessons on this day. However, we will still be holding Group Piano classes.

March  13, 2011 – Sunday Beethoven Lives Upstairs in Denver

The performance for “Beethoven Lives Upstairs” will take place at 2:30 pm on Sunday @ 1000 14^th Street – Denver, CO 80202. The cost is $13 per person attending – we’ll accept a check (written to Philomusica) or cash. Please stop in the office to pay before March 5th.  If you need directions to the performance stop by the office and we will have some printed up.  Remember that after the production everyone is welcome to join us at Casa Bonita for a wonderful meal and to discuss the performance.  If you didn’t RSVP for Casa Bonita please let us know, as we will be making reservations March 10^th.

March 14-20 Spring Break

Philomusica will be closed the week of March 14-20^th. Have a great week off and travel safe!

Please see other side

Saturday March 26 & Sunday March 27, 2011 – Recitals at Philomusica

This recital will be geared towards those participating in Group Piano and taking private lessons. There is high number that are participating in 2011 Federation, so we will be having recitals on both Saturday the 26^th and Sunday the 27^th of March.  This will be an excellent time for the students to perform their pieces prior to the big Festival weekend, April 2nd.

It will be a potluck and there will be multiple time slots available. On Saturday March 26^th we will begin at 2:30pm & 4pm, on Sunday March 27^th 1pm, 2:30 & 4pm – The sign up sheet is on the table in the main waiting area, please remember to add what you’re willing to bring to the potluck.

NFMC

The schedule for Federation has been completed. If you would like to know when and where the student is performing, there will be a list of students names on the table in the main Lobby.

Studio Tidbits

With the days getting longer and a little warmer, people seem to be coming down with more illnesses. If the person taking lessons or attending group class is ill please do not bring them to their class/lessons.   We also ask that if the parents are under the weather please refrain from observing lessons/classes.  Make-ups can be made for classes with a phone call.  – and it is Philomusica’s policy to allow three make-ups per semester for private lessons.

Looking for volunteers

We have an opportunity to spruce up the decorations in the studio. There is a photographer that is interested in taking some pictures of the students with instruments.  The pictures would be in black and white with a hint of color. If you think you would be interested in helping liven up the walls of Philomusica please let us know.  We are hoping to have a list of candidates by the 20^th of March. The sign up sheet will be on the table in the main waiting space. Thank you in advance!

Recital Hall  Rental – If you can think of anyone who would like to rent our recital hall for any occasion – be it a church, lecture hall,  performance,  please spread the word. It would accommodate approx. 80 people. The charge would be $25 an hour or a reduced rate for a block of A.M. or P.M. time.

Sharon’s News
As you know Sharon had a beautiful baby boy in October and after much thought and consideration has decided to stay home with the kiddo. We wish her the best and look forward to seeing her, Jason and Sven in the future taking classes.

In turn, we would like to welcome Deborah Voss to the Philomusica team. She recently graduated with her Master of Fine Arts from the University of Montana in directing theatre. “I am very pleased to be surrounded by all of these talented teachers and look forward to getting to know each of you. If you have a chance, please stop by the office and introduce yourself and your children to me.”

Facebook
Philomusica now has a Facebook page. Please feel free to “like” the page to receive updates and information on upcoming events.

That being said; Who is willing to do a testimonial about Philomusica on camera? Thoughts are of adding it to our website and Facebook. It seems to be the in thing! Do let us know!

Summer Program
The School year at Philomusica is set to end on June 28th. We will be closed June 29-July 4. The Summer program will be seven weeks from July 5- Aug 20. The summer schedule will remain the same but will be on a pay per lesson basis. Stay posted for the upcoming Summer Instrument Camps; we will be offering Drums, Keyboard and Guitar.

Calendar of Events

February - Preparation for National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) Festival
Thank you to all of the parents and students that had the registration fee for federation in on time! In February and March, many students will be preparing for the National Federation of Music Clubs Festival. The instructors and students should be working a little on the theory portion of the festival each week. The Festival will be taking place on April 2, 2011.

March 5, 2011 9-12 pm Saturday – Musical Zoo
Günter & Nicolette will be assisting “The Fort Collins Symphony Guild” to produce the Musical Zoo at the Senior Center. Günter will be the narrator in “Peter and the Wolf” joined by members of the Symphony.

March 14-20 Philomusica will be closed for Spring Break
There will be no classes this week. We will reconvene classes on Monday the 21st.

March 13, 2011 – Sunday Beethoven Lives Upstairs in Denver
“In Beethoven Lives Upstairs, a young boy struggles to appreciate his new neighbor, Ludwig Van Beethoven. This semi staged concert for families, features selections from Beethoven’s greatest compositions, including the Symphony No. 5. Expose your young family members to one of the greatest composers in the history of music.” The performance costs $13 per person attending. Please be aware that each person attending must be old enough to occupy their own seat (at least for a bit.) After the production everyone can join us at Casa Bonita for a wonderful meal and to discuss the performance. Sign up sheets are located at Philomusica on the table in the main waiting space. Please R.S.V.P. by February 20th, how many people are attending the performance and Casa Bonita – so that we can get a block booking and make reservations at Casa Bonita.

March 26 & 27, 2011 – Recitals at Philomusica to prepare for NFMC
More details coming soon.

Studio Tidbits
With an increased student enrollment at Philomusica, make up for private lessons have become more difficult to schedule, We always try our best to accommodate your requests, but please understand that we cannot always change the schedule readily. For permanent cancellations of classes or lessons, please give us 30 days notice from the first of the month to make the necessary schedule and payment adjustments.
If you have any concerns or new ideas to improve on our school please speak to us.

Recital Hall Rental – If you can think of anyone who would like to rent our recital hall for any occasion – be it a church, lecture hall, performance, please spread the word. It would accommodate approx. 80 people. The charge would be $25 an hour or a reduced rate for a block of A.M. or P.M. time.

By the way, talking about gifts, please remember that we do offer gift certificates. We have often had husbands or wives buy a month or two of lessons for their spouses, the most popular lessons being piano, guitar or violin. Perhaps friends, siblings or other extended family would appreciate gift certificates for a month or two of music lessons or classes.

When you would like to invite someone for a free trial class or lesson during the month of December or January and when they enroll (min. enrollment two months), we would like to gift you $15.

In case you have someone of German heritage we are selling our CD “My First German Christmas Songs”. Günter is singing and Nicholas & I are playing the accompaniment. The CD. also contains a booklet with the lyrics and an English translation of all the carols. We also have a second CD “My First German Folk Songs”. A special price for our customers! One CD at $16 and two CDs for $28.. The CDs are also available at Silver Assets.

Sharon’s News
I guess by now you all know that the stork brought Sharon, our office manager, and her dear husband Jason a baby boy named Sven on October 6, 2010. He is a healthy and handsome little boy and he will be very spoiled by everyone at Philomusica! We look forward to seeing him in our classes soon. Jason & Sharon are the owners of “Silver Assets” a beautiful silver jewelry store downtown close to Bisetti’s. Do visit them sometime. Let Jason know that you attend Philomusica!

Philomusica Teachers
Unfortunately not all teachers were present when we held a meeting during Thanksgiving week. Mostly the ladies! Kirsten , Caitlin, Sara , Martha , Leann & Chris.
The Bischof’s are most grateful for all the teachers who are so concerned with their students’ progress and seeing that they give their best during their practice and lesson times.

Calendar of events
December 3, 2011 – Elvin’s Senior Recital at the University of the Arts Center
See our notice board for details.
December – Holiday Concerts – Hope you are all enjoying hearing the Christmas carols and Hannukah music being practiced and played at home. We are all looking forward to December 12, the Holiday Concert at the Philomusica Studio and December 19 at the Foothills Mall.
Closing for the Holidays
The studio will be closed Dec. 20 – January 2.
January – February Preparation for National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) Festival
In January and February, many students will begin preparing for the National Federation of Music Clubs Festival. We at Philomusica, would like to be well organized for the Festival taking place on April 2, 2011. All parents of students in Group Piano and Private lessons, please read through the two page letter included and if any questions or concerns arise, please do not hesitate to speak to me.
March 5, 2011 Saturday – Musical Zoo
Günter & I will assist “The Fort Collins Symphony Guild” to produce the Musical Zoo at the Senior Center and Günter will be the narrator in Peter and the Wolf joined by members of the Symphony.
March 13, 2011 – Sunday Beethoven Lives Upstairs in Denver
“In Beethoven Lives Upstairs, a young boy struggles to appreciate his new neighbor, Ludwig Van Beethoven.  This semi staged concert for families, features selections from Beethoven’s greatest compositions, including the Symphony No. 5.  Expose your young family members to one of the greatest composers in the history of music”. See the Colorado Symphony website
We will have sign up sheets. I am going to call the Colorado Symphony and try to get special pricing for a large group.
March 27, 2011 – Recitals at Philomusica to prepare for NFMC
April 2, 2011 – National Federation of Music Clubs Festival

Studio Tidbits
Who is willing to do a testimonial about Philomusica.on camera? Thought of adding it to our website and Facebook. It seems to be the in thing! Do let us know!
With an increased student enrollment at Philomusica, private lessons are more difficult to schedule make up, We always try our best to accommodate your requests but please understand that we cannot always change the schedule readily. For permanent cancellations of classes or lessons, please give us 30 days notice from the first of the month to make the necessary schedule and payment adjustments. If you have any concerns or new ideas to improve on our school please speak to us.

Recital Hall Rental - If you can think of anyone who would like to rent our recital hall for any occasion – be it a church, lecture hall, performance, please spread the word. It would accommodate approx. 80 people. The charge would be $25 an hour or a reduced rate for a block of A.M. or P.M. time.

Summer is flying by quickly, and going well. Our picnic and recital planned in June had to be relocated because of the rain, so we held the recital indoors, where else, but at our new Philomusica performance hall. The recital went very well with over 100 people in the hall. Everyone had a good time enjoying an hour long recital and picnic indoors afterward.

New Performance/Lecture Hall available for rent

Our new Philomusica performance and lecture hall, designed by master Interior Designer Katarina Bolshakova (KB Designs), accommodates close to 100 people and is now available for rent to interested parties independent from Philomusica. The close proximity to Whole Foods and its unique ambience makes it the ideal meeting facility. Talk to us about your plans.

Summer classes

Regular classes and lessons are ongoing throughout the summer.  We believe that summer is a great time for practice and improvement. While many families are going on vacation and attendance can be sporadic, students are still able to have lessons at Philomusica during the summer weeks. Summer fees are pro-rated and based on the weeks that you can attend. So don’t hesitate to continue your summer lessons.

Fall registration fees by July 15

Classes and private lessons are filling up fast. We would like to accommodate children with siblings attending at the same time so families can save time and make a single trip to Philomusica. However, spaces are limited, especially on popular days and times. Our annual fall registration fees are due by July 15, 2010. Please pay your registration fees soon to reserve your places, and get your schedule requests to us to avoid disappointment.

Philomusica closed August 16 to 29 when school starts

There will be no classes and lessons from August 16 to 29, 2010. Philomusica will take a two-week break when school starts, to enable students to get settled in their first two weeks at school. During this time, we will check phone messages periodically. Please contact the Philomusica office early to confirm your fall schedule. Classes and lessons at Philomusica will resume on Monday, August 30, 2010.

Violin Performance Workshop on Sunday, August 15

Our Philomusica violin students will have the privilege of participating in the performance workshop with our guest master violinist, Alvaro deGranda. The workshop will start at 3pm on Sunday, August 15, 2010. Students are required to play a violin piece and Mr deGranda will provide tips for students to improve on their performance.

About Alvaro deGranda:

Mr deGranda was in the Cleveland Orchestra as assistant concertmaster. Over the years, Mr. deGranda has performed in the United States, Europe, and Latin America, and has participated in the Aspen, Casals, and Marlboro music festivals.

Thinking of beginning violin lessons or are you an intermediate student? Please call us if you would like to attend the workshop or take violin lessons.

Wishing you a great summer.

Nicolette & Gunter Bischof

Here are some updates from Philomusica, that we wanted to share with you.

Thank you for being with us at Philomusica and keeping our enrollment at a steady growth. Over the 15 years since we have been in Fort Collins, thousands of students have passed through our doors and experienced the European music school’s love for music.

Philomusica Open House showcases expanded space
Saturday April 24, 2010
With the increasing demand for private lessons, Philomusica has expanded into the entire building. The new expanded space features five more private lesson rooms and a grand piano recital area. Outside of the lesson times, the rooms are available upon request for business meetings, seminar and lectures. Check out the expanded space on Saturday, April 24, from 3pm to 5pm at the Philomusica Open House.
Bring 1 friend who enrolls and receive $15 off, or bring two friends who enroll and receive $20 off enrollment or class fees for fall.

Please contact Philomusica for the time schedules, which are also currently posted in the waiting area for your information.

New summer classes and fall enrollment
Summer & Fall 2010
Summer is around the corner and we have added more new exciting classes to the current ongoing classes. Classes include the following:

• 45 minutes group guitar class for beginners starting on Mondays in May at 4:15pm ($50)
• Drum, guitar & keyboard combo camp on Mondays in June 7, 14 & 21 from 9am to 12 noon ($99)
• Drum, guitar & keyboard combo camp on Mondays in July 12, 19 & 26 from 9am to 12 noon ($99)
• Violin & piano camp for beginners on June 9, 16 & 23 from 9:30am to 11:30am ($66)
• Violin & piano camp for beginners on July 14, 21 & 28 from 9:30am to 11:30am ($66)
• Introduction to starting a rock group
• Languages through Music – Spanish, German & French options.

Fall registrations are being accepted today. Reserve and guarantee your spot when you pay your annual registration fees early by May 31.

Additional baby development classes
Starting June 2010
With the popularity of the baby development class on Saturdays 9am, and the growing demand for classes teaching 8 to 18 months, two more baby development classes have been added to the current schedule. Starting in June, the baby development classes will be on Tuesday or Friday at 10am. The 45-minute class features music and songs and lots of fun activities.

Philomusica Picnic & Recital
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Philomusica is holding its summer picnic and recital for all on Sunday June 13, from 1pm to 6pm at the Spring Canyon Shelter #2, off Taft Hill and Horsetooth, on the far west side of Horsetooth. The shelter is located on the northwest side of Spring Canyon Community Park, and sits by Spring Creek. Bring a picnic dish to share and enjoy the company of music with the Philomusica family.

Philomusica students excel in Federation festival
More than 60 Philomusica students have received Superior and Excellent awards in piano solo and theory tests, as well as other instruments like the violin, guitar and clarinet, at the National Federation of Music Clubs Festival held recently at the University Center of the Arts. The names of the students have been published in the April 19 issue of the Coloradoan in the Applause section of the newspaper. Congratulations to all Philomusica students.

PVH Community Orchestra
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Watch Gunter on his clarinet and Nicolette on percussion as they perform with the Poudre Valley Hospital Community Orchestra on Sunday, May 9, 2pm at Ridgeview Classical School on Stuart & Lemay. The concert features Alexander’s Lullaby, Mozart’s Sinfornia Concertante, Ravel’s excerpts from “Mother Goose” suite, and selections from Sound of Music by Rogers and Hammerstein.

Many thanks,

Nicolette & Gunter Bischof
Philomusica