NewsNotes On-Line

Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma

Electronic Newsletter

Volume 6, Number 9,  April 6, 2005

http://www.kkytbs.org

                            •           KKPsi & TBS Announce New Colonies

                            •           Conn-Selmer University Update 

                        •           National Convention Quick Reference Sources

Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma are pleased to announce new colonies at Paul Quinn College in Dallas, Texas. 

Contact information: 

Director of Bands & KKPsi Colony Sponsor

 Robert Simpson

214.330.4204

rsimpson@pqc.edu

TBS Colony Sponsor

Rosa Fleming

214.302.3582

rfleming@pqc.edu

Please welcome our newest colonies!

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For the past two years, Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma have been partners with Conn-Selmer University in that we have provided travel scholarships to our members.  If you are in the music education profession or plan to be, then you should give this program serious consideration.  A recent bulletin is attached from Conn-Selmer with material about the upcoming program, as well as contact information.

CONN-SELMER UNIVERSITY UPDATE

March 20, 2005

THE COUNTDOWN CONTINUES - 11 Weeks to CSU

This past week was bustling with activity surrounding Conn-Selmer University. There were many inquiries from people planning to attend and registrations continue to be received......to date we have people from 12 different states registered. We are extremely excited so many people will be joining us this summer!

 CLINICIAN'S CORNER

  Message from Dr. Paula Crider

The Conn-Selmer University is a one-of-a-kind experience that is guaranteed to make a difference. The knowledge and insights shared at this event will prove invaluable to the music educator at any level. One of the most profound values lies in the opportunity to not only interact with nationally recognized clinicians, but to also share ideas with attendees from all levels of experience and from varied parts of the country. I have enjoyed a musical career spanning almost 40 years, and I came away from the CSU experience with a renewed sense of enthusiasm and hope for the future of music education in America.

I encourage you to attend this remarkable event. It may very well change your life!

Following a distinguished 33 year teaching career, Paula Crider has earned the high honor of having been granted the title of Professor Emeritus at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. She has served as guest conductor, lecturer or adjudicator in 34 states, Canada, Ireland, Australia, Italy, and the United Kingdom. Professor Crider is a Past President of the National Band Association, and serves on the board of directors of the American Bandmasters Association and the Sousa Foundation. She has taught in public schools at all levels and during her tenure at The University of Texas, Professor Crider conducted the Symphony Band, the Longhorn Marching and Concert Bands. Prof. Crider has written numerous articles for The Instrumentalist, The Band Director's Guide and the National Band Association Journal. She has published manuals for Brass Techniques, Marching Band Methods and Instrumental Conducting, and is co-author for the Hal Leonard "Masterwork Studies" series, a text for high school bands. In 1995, Ms. Crider was inducted into the prestigious American Bandmaster's Association. Ms. Crider was only the third woman to be so honored. Awards and honors include two "Eyes of Texas" awards for teaching excellence, the Tau Beta Sigma Outstanding Service to Music Award, the Sudler Legion of Merit, and the Texas Bandmaster's Association Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Women Band Director's International Golden Rose Award. Professor Crider was recently named the 2004 Texas Bandmaster of the Year.

WHAT IS A SKULL SESSION?

It is not nearly as frightening as it sounds; this is the part of the CSU curriculum past participants cite as one of the highlights of their experience. Skull sessions take place at the end of the day when the clinicians make themselves available for informal discussions with participants. This is your opportunity to spend time with some of the most respected experts in their field and ask questions of specific interest relevant to your situation. This is networking and learning at the highest level.....don't miss it!

 WHERE IS SOUTH BEND, INDIANA AND HOW DO I GET THERE?!?!

It seems everyone has heard of Notre Dame University, but not as many are familiar with South Bend, Indiana, so we will offer a bit of help. South Bend is located in central northern Indiana and the following link will take you to the Visitor's Center for South Bend and the surrounding area, www.livethelegends.org., and from there you can access information regarding travel, attractions, etc.

 Following is a link to the Notre Dame website which has information on how to reach their campus via air, train or auto, www.nd.edu/visitors/dir. When you register for CSU, you have the option to sign up for a tour of the Notre Dame campus and we can assure you it would be worth your time.

 If you are using air travel, the following airlines have service into South Bend: ATA, Continental (an Official CSU Travel Partner), Delta, Northwest and United. If you would like further information about the South Bend airport, here is a link to their website,www.sbnair.com/index.php.

 Greyhound provides bus service to South Bend and their terminal is at the South Bend airport.

DO YOU KNOW SOMEBODY WE NEED TO CONTACT?

If you know someone who would enjoy being involved in the Conn-Selmer University event, please let us know and we will contact them and extend a personal invitation. We can print brochures, create wonderful websites, send countless announcement letters, etc., but our very best recruiters are YOU! WHO DO YOU KNOW WE NEED TO KNOW? Thank you for joining with us in this important aspect of CSU's blueprint-of-success.

QUESTIONS OR NEED FOR MORE INFORMATION?

We want you to have any and all information you need regarding Conn-Selmer University, so please feel free to contact:

 Carolyn Manley at 888/287-8196 ext. 1609, email cmanley@connselmer.com

Andrea Price at 800/233-7846, email actxact@aol.com

or visit our website, www.connselmeru.com. We look forward to hearing from YOU!

Quick Reference Sources for National Convention Information

2005 National Convention information

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National Convention Online Registration (Credit card only. Must pay entire $115 Fee)

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National Convention Mail-in Registration

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National Convention Hotel Registration (IMPORTANT: This form is to be mailed directly to the Hyatt Regency Hotel.)

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2005 Committees

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Chapter Delegate Form

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Proxy Form

ATTN: District Governors/Counselors/Officers/Chapter Presidents...

Please ensure widest possible delivery to all chapters, colonies & members in your respective districts!  

All NewsNotes On-Line issues are available on-line at  http://www.kkytbs.org/newsnotes.html. 

Many thanks,

Lt Col Alan L. Bonner, USAF (Ret.)

National Executive Director

Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma

National Band Fraternity & Sorority

http://www.kkytbs.org

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