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THE CORRYVILLE SUZUKI PROJECT, INC. VOLUME 8, ISSUE 1 FALL 2005

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A big THANK YOU to all the parents who helped make our CSP Summer Camp a big success by enrolling their children, donating food and supplies, and assisting with the activities. The support we received allowed us to double our enrollment and expand our offerings at the camp. CSP’s five-day camp for area Suzuki violin, viola and cello students offered children repertoire classes; technique classes; and art, music history, and music theory enrichment classes. The children made new friends and celebrated their accomplishments with an outdoor evening performance at Digg’s Plaza in Burnet Woods Park. Special thanks to Lara Messerly andIsaac Watras for their wonderful teaching, Darlene Austin and Sherry Kaminsky for assisting with enrichment classes, and Ben Pedigo and Adam Smith for their enthusiastic musicianship at our park concert!

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Special thanks to the Deupree House in Hyde Park for hosting the CSP chamber music concert on June 5th. The program included two string quartets by F.J. Haydn: Op.17 no.5, and Op.1 no.4. The Concerto for Two Violins in D MinorJ.S. Bach was performed, as well as the Concerto for Three Violins in F Major by Antonio Vivaldi. The concert concluded with the Violin Concerto in A Minor by Vivaldi with Larissa Swanson as soloist. Larissa was accompaniedby the CSP Chamber Orchestra, which was made up of the students in the chamber music program. Students featured in the concert were Larissa Swanson, Marilyn Vennemeyer, Elizabeth Rahner, Evan Marton, violin; Elise Kaminsky, Shawn Bonner, viola; and Michelle Torres, Titi Ayangade, cello.

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CSP families enjoyed good food and fellowship with each other during the opening day of classes on September 24th. The students are now warmed up for another great year!

CCSSPP AALLUUMM AATT CCCCMM!! We are proud of our former CSP student Elise Kaminsky, who was accepted as a viola performance major at the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Congratulations Elise!

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EEVVEENNIINNGG OOFF GGIIVVIINNGG CSP will play for Tri-County Mall’s Magical Evening of Giving for the third year on Sunday, November 13th. The performance will be in the Dillard's Upper Level Center Court from 6 to 7 p.m., and the mall will be open until 9 p.m. The Magical Evening of Giving is a fund-raising event for non-profit, charity and service organizations. We sell wristbands for $5.00 allowing entry into the mall that night (children 12 and under are free). CSP will keep all of the money we raise in the wristband sales. Mall stores will be open late for the event and will offer special sales and discounts for the occasion. The mall will also have door prizes, balloon sculptures, and free pictures with Santa. All of our proceeds support the CSP Music Theory classes, a unique benefit of CSP.

Campers perform at Burnet Woods Park.

Camp students Veronica Phelan, Katherine Pedigo and Andrea Gutman get ready for the celebration concert outdoors.

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AARRTTIISSTTIICC DDIIRREECCTTOORRSS'' LLEETTTTEERRBy Vincent Phelan and Elizabeth Council-Phelan Elizabeth and I would like to thank all of you who have been supporters of the students and audiences of CSP. As we begin our eleventh year, CSP continues to evolve, always working to meet the needs of our students as they grow musically. There are still openings in CSP for this school year, so thank you for helping us get the word out by letting others know about our program. Visit our website at www.suzukiproject.org

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CSP parents make a huge commitment to the education of their children by using the Suzuki philosophy. Here are some tips for effective home teaching to help you in your every day challenges!

1. Maintain a positive attitude. 2. Prepare your child’s mind to learn. 3. Be sure you completely understand

you and your child’s assignment before you leave the studio lesson.

4. Don’t exceed the concentration span of your child during practice.

5. Encourage your child to take ownership.

6. Let your child teach you. 7. Listen to the Suzuki recording and

other good music at all possible opportunities.

8. Place importance on care and attention to detail in other areas of your child’s life.

9. Think of renewing, not reviewing pieces.

10. Achieve consistency.

How do we put these ideas into use? Remember to communicate with your child’s teacher. We all have trouble sometimes making practice sessions fun and productive. By asking your teacher questions and networking with other parents, you will acquire just the right idea for you and your child! Happy practicing!

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This summer, Vince joined a bluegrass band called RETREAD. The band has performed recently at the Cincinnati Nature Center and the Kentucky Wool Festival. Look for more information about their upcoming performances! After directing the CSP summer camp in June, Vincent and Elizabeth returned to the Capital Suzuki Institute in Columbus, OH, for the 7th straight year, teaching violin and viola master classes, group classes, and chamber music. Vincent performed the premiere of Suite for the Sweets by Catherine McMichael, a composer from Lansing, Michigan. CSP students Lucas Aschemeier and Veronica Phelan participated in the week-long activities. The Phelans also attended the International Music Festival at Baldwin Wallace College in Berea, OH, teaching and performing with other faculty members.

CSP Wish List

-New camcorder -Sharp AL-800 toner cartridge

for copier -White and colored copy paper

-Business envelopes -Security lined regular envelopes

CSP students Ann Rieke and Patrick Fitzgerald enjoy the summer camp with Mrs. Council-Phelan.

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NNEEWW CCSSPP SSTTUUDDEENNTTSS -Alex Austin, Anderson Township -Alexa Barrett, Villa Hills, KY -Kalli Barrett, Villa Hills, KY -Justine Cefalu, Clifton -Chao Dao, Clifton -Patrick Fitzgerald, Anderson Township -Shea Fitzgerald, Anderson Township -Rafael Roig-Francoli, Madiera -Gabriel Roig-Francoli, Madiera -Andrew Fuller, Anderson Township -Weston Gilbert, Mt. Washington -Stephen Goist, College Hill -Sara King,West Chester -Grace Luo, Anderson Township -Robbe Plunkett, Villa Hills, KY -Jeremiah Reynolds, Avondale -Ann Rieke, Anderson Township -Michelle Torres, Sycamore Township -Bhargav Vemuri, Mt. Washington -Sarvani Vemuri, Mt. Washington

Welcome to Corryville Suzuki Project!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Board development position open for a community volunteer. Individual needed with an interest in the arts and children’s music education. Responsibilities include: 1.)Ensuring the board operates in an effective manner for a non-profit organization 2.) Serving as a link between CSP and the community by recruiting board members for open positions when needed. This position would allow CSP to continue to evolve as an effective contributor to the arts in the Cincinnati area. If you or someone you know would be interested in and qualified for this position, please contact CSP at 513-231-3523 or email info@suzukiproject.org.

On Saturday, September 3rd, 6-year old CSP student Nathan Smith (pictured above with his parents) gave his Book 1 recital. The concert was held at the newly renovated Carnegie Performing Arts Center in Covington, KY. In preparation for the recital, Nathan completed and polished all the pieces in Suzuki Book 1. Nathan finished the program with an encore, one of his own compositions entitled "Middle Eastern Song." He was accompanied on the piano by his dad, Adamand his mom, Rachel, played violin with Nathan on a medley of folk songs. Congratulations Nathan!

Congratulations to Clare and Lucy Rahner who both performed book recitals over the summer. They are pictured above with Mr. Phelan and Mrs. Connie Rodgers, their first Suzuki teacher, from Sands Montessori.

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CSP is very grateful for an award from the Corbett Foundation, and project support provided by a grant from the Fine Arts Fund. Both organizations are sponsors this year of the scholarship program, a unique aspect of CSP that makes it possible for children needing financial assistance to participate in private instruction on violin or viola, music theory classes, ensemble classes and the chamber music program. We are very grateful to the Fine Arts Fund and the Corbett Foundation for acknowledging the value of CSP and contributing this generous support.

SSPPRRIINNGG SSOOLLOO RREECCIITTAALL The solo recital held May 27 was a lovely “finale” for the season, as each student performed a piece that represented his or her greatest personal accomplishment for the year. The recital also gave us a chance tothank all the special people who work very hard to make CSP a great organization. continued on page 4

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The Corryville Suzuki Project Inc., is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. The Pineapple Times is published quarterly. Send questions and address

changes to: CSP, P.O. Box 30316, Cincinnati, OH 45230.

CCSSPP BBooaarrdd 22000055--22000066 The CSP Board has been working hard behind the scenes with the Phelans to promote the mission of CSP and perform fiduciary responsibilities. The current board is a group of dedicated people with a love of children and music. They have brought with them their personal and professional expertise, and we are grateful to them for all that they do to make CSP a great organization so children may benefit from what CSP has to offer.

Thank you CSP2005-2006 Sponsors

Virtuoso Circle (Gifts of $3,000 and up) The Corbett Foundation Bravo Circle (Gifts of $1000 to $2999) Fine Arts Fund Symphony Club (Gifts of $200 to $499) Deupree Community Rhapsody Club (Gifts of $100 to $199) Dr. Paula Bennett-Powell Eugene L. Cooke Dr. & Mrs. Pat Hardeman Maryann Rouiler Sonata Club (Gifts of $50 to $99) Jorge D. Costa Mrs. Melvina Hard J. Leon & Beverly Lichtin Mr. & Mrs. Philip E. Phelan James & Viola Powers Angelo Santoro Strings N’ Things Overture Club (Gifts of $25-$49) Hugh & Margaret Gallagher Michael Kimber Mr. & Mrs. David V. Loebach In Kind Donations The Design Sound Press The Austin Family KI Communications, LLC Roy Johnston Peter Kamnitzer Faith Presbyterian Church Louis Proske

Spring Solo Recital continued from page 3 Among those noted were the CSP committee chairs, along with accompanist Amy Vennemeyer, theory instructor Adam Smith, administrative assistant Meta Sien, office assistant Sherry Kaminsky, and teaching assistant Elise Kaminsky. In addition to expressing our thanks, the recital gave us a chance to announce student accomplishments: Kara Cooke and Nathan Smith were congratulated on their foot chart graduations! Kiedra Wilson was awarded the Ashley Pearson-Shaver Memorial Scholarship. Presenting the award was last year’s scholarship recipient Ariana Reynolds. The $100 award is sponsored by Ken and Tena Robinson, and is given annually to a minority student to further his or her musical education during the summer. Kiedra used her scholarship to take private lessons this summer. Kiedra’s personal character was also acknowledged in May when she received Cancer Family Care’s Youth Caregiver Unsung Hero Award. Kiedra was nominated for the award by her mother, Jackiedra, who underwent treatment for cancer this year. The award ceremony was held at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Larissa Swanson was recognized as a member of CSP for 10 years, and we wished her all the best as she moves to California with her family for her senior year of high school. Larissa’s family was also thanked for the many years of support for Larissa and CSP.

Shown above with the Phelans are the Ashley Pearson-Shaver Memorial Scholarship recipients: Kiedra Wilson (2005) and Ariana Reynolds (2004).

Larissa pictured with Mr. and Mrs. Phelan.

Board members include: President Katie Fitzgerald, Procter & Gamble

Vice President Margie Roulier, URS Corporation

Secretary Julie Smith, Cincinnati Opera

Treasurer Brad Austin, Atkins and Pearce Manufacturing Company

Corporate Advisor John Watkins, Intelligent Decision Solutions

Public Relations Chair Jackiedra Wilson, Degussa Food Ingredients