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ASTA Arizona Officers at the Fall Workshop 2008, pictured left to right: Ann Williams, Shelley Rich, Gail Rolland, Lani Chapman, Jan McDivitt, Cayce Miners, Anita Archer. Not pictured: Terry Alexander, Newsletter Editor
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Thank you, Dr. Benham, for giving our chapter an extremely informational and memorable Fall Workshop. Many of our members have commented how many new ideas they gained and put into action on Monday morning.
Fall Workshop
The Fabulous Fall Workshop Coming Soon!
Mark your calendars now for our annual ASTA Arizona Fall Workshop on September 19 with nationally known clinician, Dr. Stephen Benham from Duquesne University. Dr. Benham will present three topics of great interest to our membership: "Beyond the Bow Hold: The Development of Bowing Fluency and Artistry," "Right Rhythms, at the Right Time, in the Right Place: Developing Rhythmic Accuracy and Fluency" and "The Making of a Master Teacher---Critical Factors for Long-Term Success."
Schedule for September 19 Fall Workshop
8:00 a.m. Registration/Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. 1st Session "Beyond the Bow Hold"
10:00 a.m. Break
10:15 a.m. 2nd Session "Right Rhythms at the Right Time"
11:30 a.m. ASTA Meeting and presentation of Outstanding Studio Teacher
of the Year award; drawing for two free registrations to national ASTA conference in Santa Clara
12:15 p.m. LUNCH catered by Pita Jungle; vegetarian options available
1:00 p.m. Session 3 "The Making of a Master Teacher"
2:15 p.m. Break
2:30 p.m. Reading Session of new orchestra materials
New Location: Westwood High School Orchestra Room, 945 W 8th St., Mesa, AZ 85201
New Feature: A drawing will be held for two free registrations to the national ASTA conference in Santa Clara, CA in February 2010. One will be just for 1st year teachers and student chapter members. The other just for "old timers."
Please join us for this wonderful day of learning and fun. Dress comfortably, bring your instrument, and kick-start your new teaching year with lots of new information and perspectives. Press the button at the top of this page to access our new online application.
Please pre-register so that we will have enough materials and food for everyone, and to take advantage of the lower pre-registration fees. Recertification hours will be available for participation in the workshop. Reminder: Complete your online registration by sending a check to Anita Archer at 1723 E Kenwood St, Mesa, AZ 85203-2164.
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