November Newsletter

November 10th, 2024

We are just 2 weeks away from Thanksgiving break! We have plenty happening within the Martin Orchestra – stay informed by reading below.  

Congratulations Symphony Orchestra! 

Our very own Martin Symphony Orchestra earned their spot as a finalist in the TMEA String Honor Orchestra competition and then went on to be the number 7 String Orchestra in the state! This is a huge accomplishment, and we are so proud of our Martin Orchestra. 

Congratulations Joseph Gan!

Congratulations to Joseph Gan- Joseph was selected to be a member of the Sinfonietta TMEA All State Orchestra. TMEA All-State Concerts will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio TX,

Vertical Raise

Thank you all for your support!  We raised $30,531 in our general fundraiser. This money will be used for senior scholarships, private lesson scholarships and various orchestra supplies needed throughout the year. It takes a village to take care of our 300 orchestra students and this is a huge blessing to our program. Thank you all for your support!  

Tamales & poinsettias

This fundraiser is going on NOW until Wednesday, November 22nd. Delivery is set for Monday, December 5th at MHS. Visit the MOBC store to order yours today!   

https://martinorchestra.com/store 

Winter Orchestra Concerts

Mark your calendars!

All orchestras (except Symphony) perform at Martin High School on Friday, December 13th at 6:30pm. Arrival times will vary per ensemble.  

Symphony will perform with the Varsity Choirs at the CVPA on Monday, December 16th at 7pm.  

CALL TIMES:

Concert 2: 5:45pm (uncase orch room, go to stage)
Concert 1: 6:00pm (orch room)
Philharmonia: 6:30pm (mirror room)
Symphonic: 6:45pm (choir room)
Chamber: 7:00pm (mirror room)
Philharmonic: 7:30pm (band hall)

Spring Trip – NYC payment due dates:

- November 22nd $350 

- December 13th $100 

- January 24th $350 

- February 21st FINAL $350 

Pay online here.

Symphony – Peru payment due dates:

- November 20th $450 

- December 13th $450 

- January 24th $450 

- February 21st FINAL $450

Pay online here.

Terry Ip individual and group photos

Photos will be taken on November 14th & 15th  during class time. Check back for more information on ordering photos. 

Martin Orchestra Booster Club

Did you know you can join the Martin Orchestra Booster Club (MOBC) for FREE?

Did you know the MOBC provides tens of thousands of dollars and hundreds of volunteer hours in support of our Martin Orchestra program? We could not be successful without their dedication!

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 12th at Colter’s BBQ at 7pm.

Join our Martin Orchestra Booster Club Remind to receive reminders: text @mobc25 to 81010.

Upcoming Events 

Nov 8          Orchestra Game Night 7-9pm
Nov 12         Booster Club general meeting at Colter’s BBQ 7pm

Nov 14 Raising Canes Spirit Night (on Cooper st.)
Nov 14-15    Terry IP Photos during class

Nov 25-29. THANKSGIVING BREAK

Dec 13         Winter NV Concert at MHS Auditorium, 6:30pm
Dec 16         Symphony Winter Concert at the CVPA, 7pm
Dec 17         Secret Santa during class
Dec 18         Chick-fil-a Spirit Night (on Little rd.)