www.titanorchestrasvideo.blogspot.com
Enjoy!!
~Ms. Silberman
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Monday, January 28, 2008
More All State pics
Wow - the concert was amazing! Gwen, Robin, Taylor and Tyler got to play some beautiful music - they sounded terrific! 
Saturday, January 26, 2008
West's All State Orchestra participants (pics)
Hi from Eugene!
What a marathon. The concert's tomorrow - more after that. But, here's some pics from the OMEA (Oregon Music Educator Association) conference in Eugene. Gwen Gates, Robin Kim, Taylor Baldwin and Tyler King (and Ms. Silberman) all having a wonderful, musical time!! There are many Salem-Keizer band, orchestra and choir directors here, as well as many West All State band participants!
What a marathon. The concert's tomorrow - more after that. But, here's some pics from the OMEA (Oregon Music Educator Association) conference in Eugene. Gwen Gates, Robin Kim, Taylor Baldwin and Tyler King (and Ms. Silberman) all having a wonderful, musical time!! There are many Salem-Keizer band, orchestra and choir directors here, as well as many West All State band participants!
~Ms. S
Friday, January 25, 2008
Newsletter 1.24.08
Orchestra News - January 25, 2008
1) End of semester grades and progress
2) Oregon Symphony Pops concert Tuesday the 29th
3) Young Musician's Mentoring Program
4) Wrap up and looking forward
1) End of semester grades have been posted. Ms. Silberman will be touching base with each student to discuss 1st semester successes and to 'game plan' a focus for each student for 2nd semester. Any parents interested in that information is welcome to email or call Ms. Silberman (silberman_daryl@salkeiz.k12.or.us).
2) Not too early to work on the 2 reviews due by the end of second semester. The Oregon Symphony Association in Salem contacted Ms. Silberman to remind us of upcoming concerts, including this next Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 8pm. Here's an excerpt from the email they sent:
"Tickets are available at: (503) 364-0149 or 1-800-992-8499. Classical ticket prices range between $25 and $43 while Pops tickets run from $24 to $54. Student tickets are available at the box office for $5 the night of the concert to any student with ID. The box office opens at 6:30PM at Smith Auditorium. This season's remaining concerts, which are all on Tuesday evenings, are listed below. All concerts begin at 8:00 PM in Smith Auditorium on the Willamette University campus.
January 29: "Legends of Swing" featuring arrangements of songs by Nelson Riddle for some of the greatest singers of the 40s and 50s (Pop)
February 5: Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 2, Kirill Gerstein, piano, Gregory Vajda, conductor*
February 19: Liszt Piano Concerto No. 2, Arnaldo Cohen, piano, Carlos Kalmar, conductor*
April 15: Mozart Clarinet Concerto, Sharon Kam, clarinet, Gregory Vajda, conductor**
April 22: "A Sentimental Journey" featuring Norman Leyden and the Oregon Symphony Orchestra (Pops)"
3) We have launched YMMP - Young Musician's Mentoring Program. Mr. Shippy and Ms. Cline have polled their students and we have about 20 young students in middle or elementary school who would like coaching by high school students. The Titan orchestra student's commitment is to coach the young musician 4 times - once or twice a month could do it - either at school or at a house, and upon completion of the 4th coaching, the high school student will be paid $20. Also, all high school students will receive a good amount of extra credit from Ms. Silberman for successfully participating in this program. This is one of the ways we can assure that we have a thriving program here at West. Please touch base with Ms. Silberman if you're interested in participating.
4) Thanks to all for a great first semester! Second semester we have many exciting things to look forward to - newly configured period 5 and 6 classes, a 'solo' playing improvement unit, advanced orchestraclassical composer and contemporary player projects, district and (hopefully) state competitions for advanced orchestra and symphony, a concert at West with the middle school orchestra too, a concert at West with the 4th and 5th grade orchestras too, and we will begin planning the big trip for next year ('08/'09).
~Ms. Silberman
1) End of semester grades and progress
2) Oregon Symphony Pops concert Tuesday the 29th
3) Young Musician's Mentoring Program
4) Wrap up and looking forward
1) End of semester grades have been posted. Ms. Silberman will be touching base with each student to discuss 1st semester successes and to 'game plan' a focus for each student for 2nd semester. Any parents interested in that information is welcome to email or call Ms. Silberman (silberman_daryl@salkeiz.k12.or.us).
2) Not too early to work on the 2 reviews due by the end of second semester. The Oregon Symphony Association in Salem contacted Ms. Silberman to remind us of upcoming concerts, including this next Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 8pm. Here's an excerpt from the email they sent:
"Tickets are available at: (503) 364-0149 or 1-800-992-8499. Classical ticket prices range between $25 and $43 while Pops tickets run from $24 to $54. Student tickets are available at the box office for $5 the night of the concert to any student with ID. The box office opens at 6:30PM at Smith Auditorium. This season's remaining concerts, which are all on Tuesday evenings, are listed below. All concerts begin at 8:00 PM in Smith Auditorium on the Willamette University campus.
January 29: "Legends of Swing" featuring arrangements of songs by Nelson Riddle for some of the greatest singers of the 40s and 50s (Pop)
February 5: Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 2, Kirill Gerstein, piano, Gregory Vajda, conductor*
February 19: Liszt Piano Concerto No. 2, Arnaldo Cohen, piano, Carlos Kalmar, conductor*
April 15: Mozart Clarinet Concerto, Sharon Kam, clarinet, Gregory Vajda, conductor**
April 22: "A Sentimental Journey" featuring Norman Leyden and the Oregon Symphony Orchestra (Pops)"
3) We have launched YMMP - Young Musician's Mentoring Program. Mr. Shippy and Ms. Cline have polled their students and we have about 20 young students in middle or elementary school who would like coaching by high school students. The Titan orchestra student's commitment is to coach the young musician 4 times - once or twice a month could do it - either at school or at a house, and upon completion of the 4th coaching, the high school student will be paid $20. Also, all high school students will receive a good amount of extra credit from Ms. Silberman for successfully participating in this program. This is one of the ways we can assure that we have a thriving program here at West. Please touch base with Ms. Silberman if you're interested in participating.
4) Thanks to all for a great first semester! Second semester we have many exciting things to look forward to - newly configured period 5 and 6 classes, a 'solo' playing improvement unit, advanced orchestraclassical composer and contemporary player projects, district and (hopefully) state competitions for advanced orchestra and symphony, a concert at West with the middle school orchestra too, a concert at West with the 4th and 5th grade orchestras too, and we will begin planning the big trip for next year ('08/'09).
~Ms. Silberman
Monday, January 21, 2008
Newsletter 01-18-2008
Orchestra News - January 18, 2008
1) All City roster
2) Reviews are due
3) Concerto Competition Saturday! (good for reviewing)
4) Finals week reminder
5) www.titanorchestras.blogspot.com
1) Congratulations to the students who were accepted to this year's All City orchestra. They will have the honor of working with Louis Bergonzi - a wonderful conductor, educator and amazing person. Ms. Silberman has had occasion to both watch and work with Mr. Bergonzi - he's a very inspirational person. For more information about Mr. Bergonzi: www.music.uiuc.edu/facultyBio.php?id=192
1st Violins:
Gwen Gates
Kayla Fadenrecht
Courtney Klosterman
2nd Violins:
Jacqueline Tran
Aida Behmard
Violas:
Lauren Culver
Bronte Loewen-Thomas
Skyler Young
Cellos:
Ian Love
Jessica Tyree
Basses:
Taylor Baldwin
Tyler King
2) All students are expected to turn in 2 reviews each semester. At current count, about half of the students have turned in their reviews. If you need review ideas or have any questions, please contact Ms. Silberman (silberman_daryl@salkeiz.k12.or.us)
One student has turned in a review of a concert that might be of interest to other students: famous rock guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen performing the Concerto Suite for guitar and orchestra. The concert is available as a CD or DVD on iTunes and any other music acquiring source
3) There is a concerto competition for the Salem Youth Symphony this Saturday Jan. 19, 4:00 pm at the Salem First United Methodist Church downtown. About ten Salem-Keizer high school students will perform concerto excerpts. This is a good review opportunity.
4) All students are expected to attend their orchestra class, including Advanced Symphony (Thursday Jan. 24, 11:15 - 12:45), to perform their final. Students grade on their final is a combination of their preparedness, their use of time these past few weeks preparing with their group, and their group's performance on the day of their final.
5) www.titanorchestras.blogspot.com
Just a reminder that Ms. Silberman posts interesting information and links on the blog - please check often.
~Ms. Silberman
1) All City roster
2) Reviews are due
3) Concerto Competition Saturday! (good for reviewing)
4) Finals week reminder
5) www.titanorchestras.blogspot.com
1) Congratulations to the students who were accepted to this year's All City orchestra. They will have the honor of working with Louis Bergonzi - a wonderful conductor, educator and amazing person. Ms. Silberman has had occasion to both watch and work with Mr. Bergonzi - he's a very inspirational person. For more information about Mr. Bergonzi: www.music.uiuc.edu/facultyBio.php?id=192
1st Violins:
Gwen Gates
Kayla Fadenrecht
Courtney Klosterman
2nd Violins:
Jacqueline Tran
Aida Behmard
Violas:
Lauren Culver
Bronte Loewen-Thomas
Skyler Young
Cellos:
Ian Love
Jessica Tyree
Basses:
Taylor Baldwin
Tyler King
2) All students are expected to turn in 2 reviews each semester. At current count, about half of the students have turned in their reviews. If you need review ideas or have any questions, please contact Ms. Silberman (silberman_daryl@salkeiz.k12.or.us)
One student has turned in a review of a concert that might be of interest to other students: famous rock guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen performing the Concerto Suite for guitar and orchestra. The concert is available as a CD or DVD on iTunes and any other music acquiring source
3) There is a concerto competition for the Salem Youth Symphony this Saturday Jan. 19, 4:00 pm at the Salem First United Methodist Church downtown. About ten Salem-Keizer high school students will perform concerto excerpts. This is a good review opportunity.
4) All students are expected to attend their orchestra class, including Advanced Symphony (Thursday Jan. 24, 11:15 - 12:45), to perform their final. Students grade on their final is a combination of their preparedness, their use of time these past few weeks preparing with their group, and their group's performance on the day of their final.
5) www.titanorchestras.blogspot.com
Just a reminder that Ms. Silberman posts interesting information and links on the blog - please check often.
~Ms. Silberman
Friday, January 18, 2008
Survey for high school girls...
Hi all,
Mr. Lampert sent out this information to all of West Salem's staff. It caught my eye because my mom actually worked for AIR (American Institutes for Research) for a while, years ago. Please read on... ~Ms. Silberman
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From Michael Lampert:
Girls, What's Your Idea of a Dream Job? Share your thoughts for the chance to win $250!!
American Institutes for Research (AIR), in association with WGBH, is conducting a short survey. As a sign of our appreciation for completing the survey, your name will be entered into a raffle. The first 500 respondents will be eligible for prizes ranging from $50-$250!!
Completing the survey will give you a chance to share your experiences as a high school student. The purpose of the survey is to gather girls’ feedback about their attitudes toward and understanding of certain careers. Your valuable insight will be the first step in evaluating the effectiveness of a program designed to help young women like yourself explore new and exciting career options.
The survey will only take approximately 15 minutes of your time. All responses are anonymous and will be kept private. AIR wants to study your career interests and NOT you or how you answer the questions.
Your valuable insight is important to us, so please act quickly! The survey will be only be available until February 29, 2008.
To access the survey, please click on the following link or visit:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/Student_Survey_AIR
If any of your female friends are also interested in completing the survey, please share the link above. Or, if you would like more information, please contact Debbie at Usabilitystudy@air.org or 978-371-8335.
AIR is an independent, not for profit organization which specializes in educational research. If you would like more information on AIR, please visit our website at http://www.air.org.
Mr. Lampert sent out this information to all of West Salem's staff. It caught my eye because my mom actually worked for AIR (American Institutes for Research) for a while, years ago. Please read on... ~Ms. Silberman
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From Michael Lampert:
Girls, What's Your Idea of a Dream Job? Share your thoughts for the chance to win $250!!
American Institutes for Research (AIR), in association with WGBH, is conducting a short survey. As a sign of our appreciation for completing the survey, your name will be entered into a raffle. The first 500 respondents will be eligible for prizes ranging from $50-$250!!
Completing the survey will give you a chance to share your experiences as a high school student. The purpose of the survey is to gather girls’ feedback about their attitudes toward and understanding of certain careers. Your valuable insight will be the first step in evaluating the effectiveness of a program designed to help young women like yourself explore new and exciting career options.
The survey will only take approximately 15 minutes of your time. All responses are anonymous and will be kept private. AIR wants to study your career interests and NOT you or how you answer the questions.
Your valuable insight is important to us, so please act quickly! The survey will be only be available until February 29, 2008.
To access the survey, please click on the following link or visit:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/Student_Survey_AIR
If any of your female friends are also interested in completing the survey, please share the link above. Or, if you would like more information, please contact Debbie at Usabilitystudy@air.org or 978-371-8335.
AIR is an independent, not for profit organization which specializes in educational research. If you would like more information on AIR, please visit our website at http://www.air.org.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
What Ms. Silberman's up to in her spare time...
(ok, that's not me - that's a mime... read on)For the past year, I've been writing the content for the Pacific Symphony Family Musical Mornings concerts. I write the text and design most of the layout. This most recent newsletter is for a concert that will feature a mime company - the mimes start out by being unruly members of the audience, bothering the conductor by disrupting the music making. But the conductor teaches the mimes, and the audience, to learn to be good listeners.
The intended audience for this newsletter is young children and their parents - but, there's a lot of really good info for all music students and music lovers... enjoy.
http://pacificsymphony.org/email/orkidstra_club/ed_6/is_3/
~Ms. Silberman
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