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President's Message - Fall 2024

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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

Jennifer Chambers

William E. Sittard

Executive Secretary/Treasurer

bsittard@verizon.net

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

Meghan Ferris
Lauren Churchill
Kayla Hedman
Thomas E. Reynolds, Ph.D.

Feel free to email any of our board members with

questions or comments!!

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