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Dear Members of the Westchester County School Music Association:

I hope this letter finds you well as we begin the new year. It is with great honor that I continue to serve as your President, and I am grateful for the opportunity to work with such talented and passionate individuals on our Board and within our membership throughout the school year.

As we look ahead to the next few months, I am excited to spotlight some of the events we have planned. First and foremost, we will be hosting our All-County Jazz, Chorus, Band, and Orchestra music festivals beginning later this month, which is sure to be a highlight of the year. With the hard work of Jenn Giustino, Shadman Mirza, Caitlin Clarke, and Jim Mullen, we are in an excellent position to have a successful and memorable festival season. In addition to our festivals, WCSMA will be hosting a workshop on “Music for Special Learners” at our February 27th All-County Chorus rehearsal at Sleepy Hollow High School. More information regarding this will be coming soon.

I also want to take a moment to thank all of the members who have contributed to the success of our students in the Area All-State festival. Whether you have volunteered your time, supported our students in preparation, or simply shared a few kind words from your experience, you have made a meaningful impact for our Westchester County students and I am most grateful. My sincerest thanks to Jon Riss and Kim Dunkin for all of their time and hard work on a fantastic Area All-State.

Please note the dates and times of our upcoming NYSSMA Solo festivals:

As we move forward, I encourage each and every one of you to continue sharing your talents and assist WCSMA in any way that you are able. Together, we can continue to rebuild a thriving and vibrant Westchester County musical experience for our teachers and students that celebrates the rich tradition and diverse talents of all.

Sincerely,

Jamie Stroffolino

President, Westchester County School Music Association