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Musical May: student musicians captivate audiences during spring concert season

Songs of spring were in the air as student musicians from Robert J. Kaiser Middle School and Monticello High School held their annual spring concerts throughout May. Various musical groups showcased their talent for enthusiastic audiences filled with family, friends, faculty and community members. The series of shows kicked off on Monday, May 7 with …

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Sixth-grade chorus performs for KLR and Chase students

On May 29, fifth-grade students at the Emma C. Chase and Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary Schools were treated to an exciting performance by the RJK Sixth-Grade Chorus under the direction of Mr. Timothy Buckley! The sixth-grade vocalists performed two pieces from their spring concert repertoire to an enthusiastic audience of students and teachers. Following the …

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7/8 Concert Choir performs at Music in the Parks, earns first place

On Friday, May 17 the 7/8 Concert Choir, under the direction of Mrs. Marissa Jurow, performed at the “Music in the Parks” ensemble festival at Manalapan High School and Six Flags in New Jersey, where they placed 1st in their ensemble category and received “Excellent” Distinction! The festival is held annually across the United States. …

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Fourth-grade students learn about musical opportunities at MCSD

On Wednesday, May 8, fourth-grade Monticello Central School District students traveled to Monticello High School to attend the “What Instrument Shall I Play” recruitment assembly. This annual assembly introduces the young students to the music ensemble opportunities available to them beginning in fifth grade. Each of the MHS performing groups provided a preview of their available …

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MHS Chamber Singers visit the Metropolitan Opera

On Friday, May 3, students in the Monticello High School Chamber Singers, Emerging Ensembles & Music History courses had the unique opportunity to take in a performance of the classic opera “Carmen” live at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. The performance was a thrilling introduction to opera for the MHS students! Senior vocalist Janah Quinones …

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MHS guitar students visit Newark High School; meet remarkable musicians

The Monticello High School guitar and classroom music program visited the Newark High School for the Arts to hear Berta Rojas perform classical guitar repertoire and teach a masterclass. Ms. Rojas is a world-renowned performing musician, a Grammy-winning recording artist, and is a faculty member of the Berklee College of Music in Boston. Students were …

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MHS students shine in Once Upon a Mattress

The Monticello Performing Arts production of “Once Upon a Mattress” completed two outstanding performances to enthusiastic crowds of family, friends and community members this past weekend! The comedic adaptation of the classic “The Princess & The Pea” fairytale captivated audiences from beginning to end. A huge congratulations to all of the cast, crew, pit orchestra, …

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Monticello CSD named Best Community for Music Education for the 15th consecutive year

The Monticello Central School District has been honorably named a “Best Community for Music Education” by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation for the 15th consecutive year! The designation shows a commitment by our Board of Education and Administration, coupled with the dedication of our highly qualified music teachers, to provide a deep …

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Middle and high school musicians learn from Fredonia School of Music

Article courtesy of the MCSD Performing Arts Department:  On Thursday, March 14, students in the Robert J. Kaiser Middle School and Monticello High School performing ensembles had the opportunity to work with members of the Fredonia School of Music, including percussion professor Dr. Kay Stonefelt. The day consisted of percussion and bassoon performances, interactive workshops, …

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