Hello everyone,

Take time this break to rest your voice by getting plenty of rest and keep your throat warm and hydrated by wearing a scarf and drinking plenty of water.  Those attending NYSSMA this year, it is a perfect time to practice your NYSSMA song.  Make sure to check the lesson schedule for after break and attend your lesson as I need to give you a vocal test score this quarter and they will be held at lessons.  Please attend your NYSSMA lesson to make sure you get the correct information about your song to buy the correct version at the music store.  NYSSMA forms and checks are due in by Friday, January 10th, so please take care of ther NYSSMA paperwork over break as well.

If you are preparing for Les Miserables call backs, it is a good idea to hear more than one version of the songs to get some ideas for your interpretation.  "Acting" as you sing will give us a better idea of what you can do, so make sure to add that componant to your singing.  Again, if you are not on the call back list, it could mean that you were so great, we do not need to hear more of you, and maybe we have in mind something for you already.  Everyone did great at the first audition!!

Have a wonderful holiday season and Happy New Year!

-Mrs. Oliveto