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President's Message - Fall 2024
John A. Deeb – President
New England Music Festival Association
(860) 673-0423, ext. 15419
deebj@region10ct.org
President’s Message Fall 2024
Welcome to another exciting school year! I hope you all had a wonderful summer filled with rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. As we embark on the 2024-25 academic year, I am filled with enthusiasm and anticipation for the incredible journey ahead in teaching and making beautiful music together.
I am thrilled to announce that the 2025 Concert Festival will be held March 13-15, at Middletown High School in Middletown, CT. After touring the facility, I am confident that it will exceed our expectations and provide an outstanding venue for our event. A huge shoutout to Stephanie Zak and her dedicated team for their exceptional preparation and hard work in organizing this festival. Their efforts are truly commendable!
I would also like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our entire NEMFA membership. Your unwavering dedication and loyalty to our organization are the driving forces behind our success. Our Executive Board has worked tirelessly throughout the year to ensure that we deliver an adjudication and performance experience that you and your students will cherish for a lifetime.
As we move forward, I kindly ask for your cooperation in adhering to all deadlines for the submission of paperwork and digital registration materials. Timely submissions are crucial for the smooth operation and overall success of our festival. Your punctuality and attention to detail make a significant difference.
It has been my honor and privilege to serve as your President. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity and will continue to work diligently for the betterment of our organization.
Wishing you all a fabulous fall and a wonderful 2024-25 school year!
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Musically yours,
John
John Deeb
President
New England Music Festival Association
Burlington, Connecticut
deebj@region10ct.org
(860) 673-0423, ext. 15419
Meet Our Executive Board
Officers
John Deeb
President
Jennifer Chambers
President - Elect
William E. Sittard
Executive Secretary/Treasurer
Lyvie Beyrent
Recording Secretary
lbeyrent@sau73.org
Frank A. Whitcomb
Librarian
facm@aol.com
Marjorie Rooen
Past President
marjrooen@yahoo.com
Managers & Festival Coordinators
Steffen Parker
Solo & Ens. Coordinator
Concert Festival Director
steffenparker@gmail.com
Robert E. Gattie
Solo & Ens. Coordinator
Robert.gattie@gmail.com
Matt Davide
Jazz Band Manager
Jazzbandmanager@nemfa.org
Paul Pierce
Orchestra Manager
ppierce@windsorct.org
Molly Clark
Chorus Manager
mclark@huusd.org
Angelica Jackson
Kevin Lam
Band Manager(s)
Pamela Rodgers
Dean of Students
rahges@gmail.com
Raymond Churchill
Housing Chairperson
raymondchurchill33@gmail.com
Amanda Richmond
Housing Chairperson
arichmond@griswoldpublicschools.org
Public Relations & Membership
Lauren Churchill
Membership Services Chair
laurenchurchill@ymail.com
Amy Ranta
Membership Services Chair
aranta@woodstockacademy.org
Eddie Wilkin, Ph.D.
Social Media Chair &
PD Coordinator
wilkine@npsk.org
Thomas E. Reynolds, Ph. D.
Archivist/Bulletin Editor
treynold@worldpath.net
Website Design/Managment