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<lastBuildDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:24:56 -0400</lastBuildDate><item><title>PhoenixPhest&#x21; Grande and Suzuki Institute August 16-20</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2010-07-07T14:20:40-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/58cf199da933d110e567d5c8657a5d73-97.html#unique-entry-id-97</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/58cf199da933d110e567d5c8657a5d73-97.html#unique-entry-id-97</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Student Program Offerings: Violin: Geri Arnold, Joanne Bath, Mary Baldwin, Judy Blank, Ronda Cole, Terry Durbin, Scott Esty, Linda Fiore, Daniel Foster, Pamela Bath Kelly, Dana Meyer, Mark Mutter, Anna Weller Jazz and improvisation: Christian Howes Viola: Rebecca Albers, Dee Martz Cello: Miriam Bolkosky, Tanya Carey, Derek Snyder, Andrea Yun Bass: Domenick Fiore, Diana Gannett, Derek Weller Piano: Michele Cooker, Vera Parkin Orchestra; Domenick Fiore Alexander technique: Brian Martz General music classes: Tamar Bloch Master classes: John Kendall and Gabriel Bolkosky 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MARQUETTE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA&#xa;YOUNG ARTIST COMPETITION for STRINGS</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2010-05-22T07:23:17-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/4439a273e8e29a1af683c696700a569c-94.html#unique-entry-id-94</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/4439a273e8e29a1af683c696700a569c-94.html#unique-entry-id-94</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[5) Enclose a check or money order for a $25 application fee made payable to the Marquette Symphony Orchestra.
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]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The White House Invites You to a Special United We Serve</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-08-22T10:14:00-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f0824336894f17ea873382c06363647c-71.html#unique-entry-id-71</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f0824336894f17ea873382c06363647c-71.html#unique-entry-id-71</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Please join us for a United We Serve | Arts and Humanities conference
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Accessing Stimulus Funds for Arts Education </title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-08-11T17:27:02-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/fdfb2c17ad60af3fa8bc5c8737ca5ee1-70.html#unique-entry-id-70</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/fdfb2c17ad60af3fa8bc5c8737ca5ee1-70.html#unique-entry-id-70</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Accessing Stimulus Funds for Arts Education offers details about each program that was funded through the ARRA stimulus legislation, details of arts education&rsquo;s fit within each program, and guidance on accessing the funds. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>String Teacher Position for Community Arts Center</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2009-07-21T22:36:58-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/fa152733e290642a97198b8f415ab6ee-69.html#unique-entry-id-69</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/fa152733e290642a97198b8f415ab6ee-69.html#unique-entry-id-69</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Additionally, this person is expected to be available to teach lessons through the River Raisin Centre for the Arts School of Music once a week.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Michigan Youth Arts In Motion 5K</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-07-16T22:50:24-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/6868a22a4accadecc5b8b1e858bc46da-68.html#unique-entry-id-68</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/6868a22a4accadecc5b8b1e858bc46da-68.html#unique-entry-id-68</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Once there, click on "become a fundraiser" to set up your own personal page, with a photo, a personal fundraising goal, and the opportunity to track your progress and let people know how to sponsor you. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2009 Summer Board Retreat info</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Board</category><dc:date>2009-07-13T13:29:09-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/de1c8878e73dbb22b55664d856c16961-67.html#unique-entry-id-67</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/de1c8878e73dbb22b55664d856c16961-67.html#unique-entry-id-67</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp; We held our meeting there last year and it provides a centrally located area, big meeting rooms, and places to spread out if we need to. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Free Recruiting Posters from ASTA and NAMM</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2009-07-13T13:08:17-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f890aca431bf21e02f9a8275c07157d8-66.html#unique-entry-id-66</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f890aca431bf21e02f9a8275c07157d8-66.html#unique-entry-id-66</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[As part of the NAMM grant, Increasing Access to Strings, ASTA now has free posters available that target minority students. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Oakland Univeristy announces position opening</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-06-06T17:34:52-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/e747b90302dae6de975286a08ed00b5c-65.html#unique-entry-id-65</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/e747b90302dae6de975286a08ed00b5c-65.html#unique-entry-id-65</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp;Responsibility to serve as conductor of a new university string/chamber orchestra comprised of Oakland University string majors, minors and interested/qualified non-majors within the general campus community. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA Notes 2009 advertising info now available</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2009-06-01T17:42:31-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/ea6074e5386bff75c3519994f493fd37-64.html#unique-entry-id-64</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/ea6074e5386bff75c3519994f493fd37-64.html#unique-entry-id-64</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Rates, placement information, and advertising physical requirements can be viewed/downloaded here.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Richardson String Award Winners Announced</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-04-17T13:46:52-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/346814e9bf779b957e3c45882ae20d0b-63.html#unique-entry-id-63</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/346814e9bf779b957e3c45882ae20d0b-63.html#unique-entry-id-63</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp; There she received her Bachelor of Music degree and is now in her first year at the University of Michigan studying with Diana Gannett.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Suzuki Violin Book 4 Training at Suzuki Royal Oak</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2009-04-10T11:58:36-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/c1075a6903484eb021c66090792b918e-62.html#unique-entry-id-62</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/c1075a6903484eb021c66090792b918e-62.html#unique-entry-id-62</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>EEC Course to be held 3 May at Suzuki Royal Oak</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2009-04-10T11:56:17-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/c1e652ce02850b87b9d144ae16e995ef-61.html#unique-entry-id-61</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/c1e652ce02850b87b9d144ae16e995ef-61.html#unique-entry-id-61</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA Member E. Daniel Long awarded Midwest Clinic Medal of Honor</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2009-04-10T11:39:33-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/0947d237beeade077f671604ce3c9c24-60.html#unique-entry-id-60</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/0947d237beeade077f671604ce3c9c24-60.html#unique-entry-id-60</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Midwest Clinic Medal of Honor is given to conductors, composers, educators, and others whose unique service to music education and continuing influence on the development and improvement of bands and orchestras deserve special recognition.  ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA member awarded the Elizabeth A.H. Green School Educator Award</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2009-03-23T07:15:08-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/fa0e6160d51f9b334c78f8984543bcba-57.html#unique-entry-id-57</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/fa0e6160d51f9b334c78f8984543bcba-57.html#unique-entry-id-57</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Reed was elected &ldquo;Michigan Orchestra Teacher of the Year&rdquo; in 1997 by the membership of the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA), and received the Michigan American String Teacher Association (MASTA) &ldquo;Teacher of the Year&rdquo; Award in 2004. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Indie movie features 13-year-old Okemos student as violin prodigy</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-03-23T06:43:13-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/3ea1bdc455336d1deebfabcd8f6515c3-56.html#unique-entry-id-56</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/3ea1bdc455336d1deebfabcd8f6515c3-56.html#unique-entry-id-56</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[And the star is 13-year-old Ian Poland, a seventh-grader at Okemos' Chippewa Middle School who wrapped three crazy weeks on the set of the independent film late Wednesday.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Winners from Chamber Music Festival announced</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2009-03-11T16:32:00-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/a12c2973cc88f8db33ede3345e56bba1-55.html#unique-entry-id-55</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/a12c2973cc88f8db33ede3345e56bba1-55.html#unique-entry-id-55</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The winning ensembles from the 2009 Chamber Music Festival Competition
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA meeting minutes now online</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Board</category><dc:date>2009-02-24T20:06:26-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/2f4a8c8811f9faab1489c91fb796489c-54.html#unique-entry-id-54</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/2f4a8c8811f9faab1489c91fb796489c-54.html#unique-entry-id-54</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The minutes for all board and general meeting minutes are now posted in the Archive section of our website!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2009 Troy Suzuki and Bass Workshop Announced</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2009-02-24T16:10:10-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/9180ac71b9a50ecbd4383e2b275ec9b1-53.html#unique-entry-id-53</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/9180ac71b9a50ecbd4383e2b275ec9b1-53.html#unique-entry-id-53</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Annual Troy Suzuki Workshop continues its wonderful tradition of annual educational excellence with the 30th annual edition on April 18, 2009. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2010 National High School Honors Orchestra</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2009-02-24T14:45:13-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/7d0605437d03d19b5a71b21f65b68f00-52.html#unique-entry-id-52</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/7d0605437d03d19b5a71b21f65b68f00-52.html#unique-entry-id-52</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Percussion and wind students must be in ninth through twelfth grade during the 2009/2010 school year to apply.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA Solo Competition Winner to perform with the Birmingham-Bloomfield Symphony Orchestra</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-02-08T15:31:34-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/8fd537bb7e9b3a1262f7dcdc75085f41-51.html#unique-entry-id-51</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/8fd537bb7e9b3a1262f7dcdc75085f41-51.html#unique-entry-id-51</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Linz is a member of the Presto Quartet which was selected out of State of Michigan competition to perform Ravel&rsquo;s String Quartet at the Michigan Youth Arts event in 2008. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Tuesdays with John Spring 2009 schedule</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-02-08T15:09:24-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/a9bd702293cf85b41f5b67e4d2939cdc-50.html#unique-entry-id-50</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/a9bd702293cf85b41f5b67e4d2939cdc-50.html#unique-entry-id-50</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Proceeds of these classes go toward the John Kendall Scholarships for a young violin student and  teacher trainee needing financial assistance to attend the Blue Lake Suzuki Family Camp each June.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Midland Public Schools Orchestra director position to begin fall 2009</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-02-05T20:41:14-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/dd35a2e3c6b16ddd574ad07166b9e723-49.html#unique-entry-id-49</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/dd35a2e3c6b16ddd574ad07166b9e723-49.html#unique-entry-id-49</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The target candidate should have a string background, evidence of successful teaching & conducting experience, and a strong desire/drive to maintain and improve an orchestra program that is highly regarded within MSBOA and ASTA.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA announces with regret the death of Louis Potter</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-02-03T21:32:51-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/a339e8b3f6f274412f822b2fa68783c9-48.html#unique-entry-id-48</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/a339e8b3f6f274412f822b2fa68783c9-48.html#unique-entry-id-48</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[He was a professor of cello and chamber music and author of the widely-used textbook, The Art of Cello Playing, published in 1965, which continues to have world-wide sales. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>St. Johns announces Orchestra position opening</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-01-28T10:13:18-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/9eab197da36d8a20c97475b12c5a609e-47.html#unique-entry-id-47</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/9eab197da36d8a20c97475b12c5a609e-47.html#unique-entry-id-47</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp; If you know of anyone interested in the position or are interested yourself please tell them to send a cover letter and resume to ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Outreach Information Updated</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2009-01-27T09:23:53-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/51cbe7cc63cf738e6ab444a335fc25c1-46.html#unique-entry-id-46</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/51cbe7cc63cf738e6ab444a335fc25c1-46.html#unique-entry-id-46</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Our Program and Professional Development Grants are available to assist MASTA members finance projects that promote string playing and teaching in Michigan.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The eighth annual Phoenix Phest&#x21;</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-01-25T12:18:32-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/67cc5f401063d8e029555f70cac0e471-45.html#unique-entry-id-45</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/67cc5f401063d8e029555f70cac0e471-45.html#unique-entry-id-45</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[If you play a string instrument, you are invited to join us for three days of intensive chamber music over Memorial Day weekend in Ann Arbor, Michigan: May 22-24, 2009.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The Jeremy Kittel Band performing in Clarkston</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2009-01-08T04:45:40-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/4a76b8541d44ee04a630dc634514bccf-44.html#unique-entry-id-44</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/4a76b8541d44ee04a630dc634514bccf-44.html#unique-entry-id-44</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[He will be joined by Tristan Clarridge (cello) who is the current Grand Master Fiddle Champion and four time National Fiddle Champion, Kyle Sanna (guitar) who has performed many times at Carnegie Hall and Bodek Janke (percussion) who was the winner of Germany's high Jazz award.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Indiana Music Educator&#x27;s Convention</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2008-12-19T08:38:25-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/955fee5b4d8186eb391974061c7c4e89-43.html#unique-entry-id-43</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/955fee5b4d8186eb391974061c7c4e89-43.html#unique-entry-id-43</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Indiana ASTA cordially invites string players and teachers from neighboring states to join us for the regional Music Educator's Convention January 22-24, 2009, at the Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Teacher Training at Suzuki Royal Oak</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-12-10T07:11:39-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/9f4e53953eae9a6d85a422f567764816-42.html#unique-entry-id-42</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/9f4e53953eae9a6d85a422f567764816-42.html#unique-entry-id-42</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Book 3 Apprenticeship course will cover all of Suzuki Book 3 (revised edition) as well as advanced group class techniques, note reading and early ensemble ideas, and an in depth look at techniques specific to Book 3.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA Notes now available online&#x21;</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2008-11-12T15:31:41-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/eb9085dd45b9ebc153eb35dbd114716f-41.html#unique-entry-id-41</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/eb9085dd45b9ebc153eb35dbd114716f-41.html#unique-entry-id-41</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Fall 2008 edition of MASTA Notes is available for viewing and/or download here; the newsletter is due to be in the mail to our membership soon. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MICHIGAN YOUTH ARTS FESTIVAL RELEASES 2009 GUIDELINES FOR PARTICIPATION&#xa;</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-11-10T22:22:18-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/448023da8ddb3e338aef263f97339afd-40.html#unique-entry-id-40</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/448023da8ddb3e338aef263f97339afd-40.html#unique-entry-id-40</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[&ldquo;We are all excited to recognize and support excellence in arts education at this unique event,&rdquo; said Kim Dabbs, executive director of the Michigan Youth Arts Association. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA Camps Info and Application Now Available</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-11-10T22:11:15-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/35433a87d01de8ab7163a3e86509dd3c-39.html#unique-entry-id-39</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/35433a87d01de8ab7163a3e86509dd3c-39.html#unique-entry-id-39</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The MASTA String Camps are outstanding non-competitive music camp experiences for the young string player. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Past Solo Competition Winner in Concert</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-10-29T17:51:56-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/4b50f3eb3b63367a720d6c4ba90587da-38.html#unique-entry-id-38</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/4b50f3eb3b63367a720d6c4ba90587da-38.html#unique-entry-id-38</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Benjamin Beilman, violin, our most recently named 2007 National Grand Prize Winner, will be joined by his sister, Elizabeth, viola, in a concert with the Dearborn Symphony on Friday, November 14, 8:00 in the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA seeks nominations for 2009 Teacher of the Year Award</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-10-26T07:43:59-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f8b92c60514202c54d5aa7a98a33e2c1-37.html#unique-entry-id-37</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f8b92c60514202c54d5aa7a98a33e2c1-37.html#unique-entry-id-37</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The award honors deserving MASTA members who have been nominated by fellow members and elected to receive the award by balloting of the general membership. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA seeks nominations for 2009 Administrator of the Year Award</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-10-26T07:40:57-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/98d88a09ff3cf065d80b47e0d29b9c8c-36.html#unique-entry-id-36</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/98d88a09ff3cf065d80b47e0d29b9c8c-36.html#unique-entry-id-36</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The award honors  those who have been nominated by MASTA members and elected to receive the award by balloting of the general membership. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MYS seeks conductor for young strings program</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-10-22T16:17:07-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/dd0016ab44d7baa094450f756b1fb03a-35.html#unique-entry-id-35</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/dd0016ab44d7baa094450f756b1fb03a-35.html#unique-entry-id-35</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[As the ensemble Conductor, you will be responsible for the selection of music, teaching students to play in ensemble with independent parts and teaching the skills necessary for performing level I & level II music.  ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2008 Michigan Solo Competition Results</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-10-18T21:30:29-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/82c3761e7b41409ebb6a6a90c8b1c52c-34.html#unique-entry-id-34</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/82c3761e7b41409ebb6a6a90c8b1c52c-34.html#unique-entry-id-34</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The 2008 Michigan Solo Competition was held on Saturday, October 18 in Ann Arbor. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Practice Workshop Series for String Players &#x26; Teachers</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-10-18T18:07:14-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/0bc1aa59573020213264941785c77b15-33.html#unique-entry-id-33</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/0bc1aa59573020213264941785c77b15-33.html#unique-entry-id-33</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Violinist, teacher, and MASTA member Gabriel Bolkosky will be leading a series of seven classes during the 2008-09 school year based on the book Practice by Simon Fischer. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Michigan Solo Competition this weekend</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-10-14T23:37:28-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/2f20c597f27b53349a67d9242d1d72ab-32.html#unique-entry-id-32</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/2f20c597f27b53349a67d9242d1d72ab-32.html#unique-entry-id-32</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Grand Prize winner of the Junior Division will perform at the Michigan Music Conference in Grand Rapids on Saturday, January 23, 2010. 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Richardson Awards announced</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-10-10T12:38:42-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/65027a82b326068e1d2c511dd98d1173-31.html#unique-entry-id-31</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/65027a82b326068e1d2c511dd98d1173-31.html#unique-entry-id-31</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A representative tape of the selections for this audition on stereo cassette or CD by deadline
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2008-09 Membership Directory changes</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2008-10-02T17:53:35-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/6b2afe9c083d7ce19f71972c85176bba-30.html#unique-entry-id-30</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/6b2afe9c083d7ce19f71972c85176bba-30.html#unique-entry-id-30</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Members wishing to change their listing or request that their information not be included in future Directories may do so only by contacting: Kari Hahn, Director of Membership, via email or phone: 703.279.2113 ext. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Okemos Suzuki Workshop Info</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-10-02T17:04:19-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/7f9189dbdb35439c859452220d409b94-29.html#unique-entry-id-29</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/7f9189dbdb35439c859452220d409b94-29.html#unique-entry-id-29</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We have reserved a block of rooms for families at the Fairfield Inn on the east side of Okemos
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Reminder about Regina Carter Workshop and Concert at Oakland University</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-10-01T20:04:57-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/6258087d7519caaa9908184888a148c1-28.html#unique-entry-id-28</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/6258087d7519caaa9908184888a148c1-28.html#unique-entry-id-28</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are interested in attending the concert on the evening of October 3 at 8 pm in Varner Recital Hall, tickets are available at the reduced rate of $8 for workshop attendees (the general admission price is $16). ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>College Audition info updated</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Website</category><dc:date>2008-10-01T10:22:49-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/ddd97132db7983794afb3cf7452d215f-27.html#unique-entry-id-27</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/ddd97132db7983794afb3cf7452d215f-27.html#unique-entry-id-27</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The webpage on the MASTA site has now been updated to allow easy access to admission and audition info for colleges and universities in Michigan. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>ECC Student Tuition Changes</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-09-25T09:53:02-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/50ae7c3adae4b9f371fe23bd123077e1-26.html#unique-entry-id-26</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/50ae7c3adae4b9f371fe23bd123077e1-26.html#unique-entry-id-26</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are a college student or a high school student (within 6 months of being 18 years old) you can take ECC for $95. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA Fall Board Meeting</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Board</category><dc:date>2008-09-11T09:57:12-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/6ae7683dd9915fd839c16f8600511079-25.html#unique-entry-id-25</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/6ae7683dd9915fd839c16f8600511079-25.html#unique-entry-id-25</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp; Once&nbsp;again we will be providing lunch (from Subway), so&nbsp;if you have any dietary restrictions please let Larry Dittmar know by the beginning of next week.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2008-09 &#x201c;Tuesdays With John&#x201d; Sessions Announced</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-09-10T11:34:38-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/4131ee213290ca10dc2ec3e38699e08f-24.html#unique-entry-id-24</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/4131ee213290ca10dc2ec3e38699e08f-24.html#unique-entry-id-24</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Our format is a master class with 3 students the first hour and a session with the teachers (violins necessary) with John the second hour as he covers various teaching points with us.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Solo Competition deadline reminder</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Board</category><dc:date>2008-09-10T10:56:47-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/eb569b2c864660bd0cff5fffd7273d74-23.html#unique-entry-id-23</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/eb569b2c864660bd0cff5fffd7273d74-23.html#unique-entry-id-23</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A REMINDER THAT THE MICHIGAN ASTA SOLO COMPETITION APPLICATION DEADLINE IS
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Renowned jazz violinist in concert&#x2c; improv workshop at OU</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2008-09-03T18:56:29-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/bf4809bdaa657fe3bbe0ced0239b9567-22.html#unique-entry-id-22</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/bf4809bdaa657fe3bbe0ced0239b9567-22.html#unique-entry-id-22</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[, Regina Carter will perform on the Varner Recital Hall stage with OU pianist Yin Zheng and OU world music percussionist Mark Stone The program will include an eclectic collection of improvised and composed music that crosses styles, cultures, and era as Ms. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MSBOA All-State Orchestra Auditions</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-09-03T13:55:40-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/0f9dfc1ac1ce0b4c41008723bd051d8c-20.html#unique-entry-id-20</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/0f9dfc1ac1ce0b4c41008723bd051d8c-20.html#unique-entry-id-20</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The MSBOA All-State Orchestras are a part of the Michigan Music Conference, held this school year 22-24 January, 2009 in Grand Rapids. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>ECC course available at 2009 MMC</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2008-09-03T12:27:47-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/3b1d53bd62da879eb36560902715ed9d-19.html#unique-entry-id-19</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/3b1d53bd62da879eb36560902715ed9d-19.html#unique-entry-id-19</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[In addition to exploring the elements of the Suzuki approach and its far-reaching goals, it includes an introduction to learning styles, history of the development of Suzuki education, the role of parents, the importance of Suzuki pedagogical training and an overview of the SAA&rsquo;s role in supporting teachers and parents. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA website map now available</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Website</category><dc:date>2008-08-31T11:30:23-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/a76e369cf4a6e27ba1b596535fdfbbb9-18.html#unique-entry-id-18</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/a76e369cf4a6e27ba1b596535fdfbbb9-18.html#unique-entry-id-18</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[At the bottom of each web page&rsquo;s sidebar (on the right of each page), there&rsquo;s now a link to a site map of the MASTA website. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>OYO announces summer auditions</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-08-29T16:54:12-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/957b366ae02a031b2db3700a9a0aa96b-17.html#unique-entry-id-17</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/957b366ae02a031b2db3700a9a0aa96b-17.html#unique-entry-id-17</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Oakland Youth Orchestra, based in Rochester, MI, announces auditions for specific instruments for the 2008-09 season.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Teacher Training at Suzuki Royal Oak &#x2013; Institute of Music</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-08-22T15:39:55-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/158aeb344127923f85c5517cfc36543b-16.html#unique-entry-id-16</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/158aeb344127923f85c5517cfc36543b-16.html#unique-entry-id-16</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Book 1 Apprenticeship course will cover all of Suzuki Book 1 as well as group class techniques, parent education and an in-depth look into Suzuki philosophy.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA Grants Application Updated</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Current News</dc:subject><dc:date>2008-08-20T08:06:34-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/e5d1f9f44fe5cc5c652bfac8457192ea-15.html#unique-entry-id-15</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/e5d1f9f44fe5cc5c652bfac8457192ea-15.html#unique-entry-id-15</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The applications for MASTA Outreach and Professional Development Grants have been updated, to reflect our new Outreach Director, Kelly DeRose. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Dexter Community Orchestra Announces its 4th Season</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-08-19T15:28:08-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/38eb0bb211e5fc0bff8e0a6b774a7487-14.html#unique-entry-id-14</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/38eb0bb211e5fc0bff8e0a6b774a7487-14.html#unique-entry-id-14</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Dexter Community Orchestra will begin its fourth year in September with a schedule of four concerts for the 2008/2009 season. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Low Strings Teacher Needed</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-08-19T15:25:45-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/d9de5845579de0cc06826f1d70bddb5c-13.html#unique-entry-id-13</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/d9de5845579de0cc06826f1d70bddb5c-13.html#unique-entry-id-13</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Arts groups include Marquette Symphony Orchestra (4 concerts per year), Choral Society, City Band, Children&rsquo;s Theater, Hiawatha Traditional Music, Blues Society, Art on the Rocks, Lake Superior Theater and assorted concerts/workshops are produced annually by the Marquette Arts and Culture Department, Marquette Public Schools Fine Arts and the Music/Art/Theater Departments of Northern Michigan University.  ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Bartlett Golf Outing</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-07-29T10:37:13-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/2789d5a54063f45b6ae3249ed40a37b2-12.html#unique-entry-id-12</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/2789d5a54063f45b6ae3249ed40a37b2-12.html#unique-entry-id-12</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[&nbsp;Our winning foursome was Bob Ambrose (Bloomfield Hills Schools), his son Eric (just graduated in music ed. from CMU), and Sue and Gary Konarska (Carlson-Wagonlit Travel in Ann Arbor). ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Remembering Mark Setterlind</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Member Submissions</category><dc:date>2008-07-25T12:52:07-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/cfac8c11feac273c6c0de51eff489602-11.html#unique-entry-id-11</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/cfac8c11feac273c6c0de51eff489602-11.html#unique-entry-id-11</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Mark is survived by his wife of 16 years, Rose (Takkinen) Setterlind; his sons ("His Pride and Joy"), Robert David and Stephen Gustaf both at home; stepdaughter, Emily Wertanen (Yakiko Grine) of Oshkosh, Wis.; stepson, Brent Wertanen (fiance Amanda Toman) of Portland, Maine; father-in-law, Arvo Takkinen of Chatham; sister-in-law, Patsy (Takkinen) Hemmila (Ken); brothers-in-law, Bernie Takkinen of Vandalia, Mich. and Donnie Takkinen of Chatham; aunt, Marta Halleback of Sweden; aunt, Sally Setterlind of Manistique; nephews, John (Barb) Setterlind of Aurora, Colo.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Update your contact info with MASTA</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2008-07-16T07:58:50-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f36c13e265d33083c13fd48751b15183-10.html#unique-entry-id-10</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f36c13e265d33083c13fd48751b15183-10.html#unique-entry-id-10</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[After logging in, you will be able to view and/or change your contact info on file with ASTA
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Upcoming MASTA Notes info</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Announcements</category><dc:date>2008-07-11T10:53:16-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/05ecb2a8f31836f7d0574acbcb054202-9.html#unique-entry-id-9</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/05ecb2a8f31836f7d0574acbcb054202-9.html#unique-entry-id-9</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Summer issue will include the Membership Directory, reporting on past activities from winter and spring that haven't received press, and all activities occurring before December. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MASTA Board Retreat</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Board</category><dc:date>2008-07-07T18:04:19-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/9f05a43d89fde55fc075dc491adbe4fc-8.html#unique-entry-id-8</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/9f05a43d89fde55fc075dc491adbe4fc-8.html#unique-entry-id-8</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The MASTA Board Retreat will be Wednesday, July 30th at the MSBOA office in Okemos, starting at 4pm. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Bartlett Memorial Golf Scramble reminder</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-07-05T15:39:35-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/70b26ef0ec1afdb5afa5b56820baa1ba-7.html#unique-entry-id-7</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/70b26ef0ec1afdb5afa5b56820baa1ba-7.html#unique-entry-id-7</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Please get your registrations to me soon for the Jerry Bartlett Golf Outing so that I can make the final arrangements with Dunham Hills Golf Course. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2006 MICHIGAN SOLO COMPETITION WINNER GIVES PERFORMANCE AT MMC</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-02-01T13:37:00-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/1d11e6d6c755de8da485825802eb536a-6.html#unique-entry-id-6</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/1d11e6d6c755de8da485825802eb536a-6.html#unique-entry-id-6</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[From 1997-2007 she was a principal player in the youth folk music ensemble &ldquo;Noticky&rdquo; (&ldquo;Little Notes&rdquo;) and has recorded two CDs, a video clip and a fairy tale on video-cassette. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2009 MMC Conference</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-06-25T00:22:06-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f995d71fc41b2f3a0f396aeaed8c74a5-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/f995d71fc41b2f3a0f396aeaed8c74a5-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The 4th Annual Michigan Music Conference - an In-service for Music Educators will take place from January 22nd - January 24th 2009.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>MENTORING SERVICES AVAILABLE</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-02-01T12:44:03-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/2d2f27c65445edc9df903f416bb768d0-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/2d2f27c65445edc9df903f416bb768d0-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[If you would like for me to visit your school, listen to your group or even work with your orchestra, please e-mail me so we can coordinate calendars. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The Twelfth Annual Jerry Bartlett Memorial Golf Scramble</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-05-22T07:34:37-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/512bb7004f410f49331a28e1c54f637d-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/512bb7004f410f49331a28e1c54f637d-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Twelfth Annual Jerry Bartlett Memorial Golf Scramble, sponsored by MASTA & MSBOA will be held on Thursday, July 24th, 2008 at Dunham Hills Golf Club.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2008 Teacher and Adminstrator of the Year Awards</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-02-01T07:33:00-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/5adb0b5e429a1582d660a04cbe056550-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/5adb0b5e429a1582d660a04cbe056550-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[When I thanked him for his support and expressed my genuine admiration for all he was doing for me Ron said, &ldquo;Well, we could have a high school with just reading, math and science, with just the core classes, but who&rsquo;d want to come?&rdquo; ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Marilyn Kessler Celebration</title><dc:creator>mastanotes@mac.com</dc:creator><category>Programs and Events</category><dc:date>2008-05-22T07:32:15-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/d30f9d7137fcda2c01c53e543ec70e73-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.astamichigan.org/blog/files/d30f9d7137fcda2c01c53e543ec70e73-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A celebration to celebrate the career of Marilyn Kessler in the Okemos Public Schools is being held on June 8th 2008.]]></content:encoded></item></channel>
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