


The District is not responsible for facts or opinions contained on linked sites. If you are a member of the Great Neck school community and you would like to provide feedback in assisting us in maintaining Web site accessibility, please contact or call 51, and provide us with your contact information. The purpose of this assessment is to provide the student(s) with positive feedback and constrictive criticism in an effort to help improve performance. If the format of any of our Web site content interferes with your ability to access information and you require an accommodation, please contact or call 51, and indicate the nature of your accessibility concern, the web address of the requested material, the preferred format in which to receive the material, and your contact information. A NYSSMA solo/ensemble festival is a performance venue that provides students with an opportunity to be assessed by a NYSSMA certified adjudicator on solo or ensemble music they have prepared. We understand that our underlying legal obligation is to ensure that individuals with disabilities are able to acquire the same information, engage in the same interactions, and enjoy the same benefits and services within the same timeframe as their non-disabled peers. To fulfill this mission, we endeavor to adhere to accessible technology standards in order to effectively communicate and deliver online content that is in compliance with Section 504 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and their implementing regulations. Everyone was as passionate about singing as I was, and I felt a sense of empowerment knowing that out of so many people, I was chosen for this great experience."Ĭongratulations to Samantha Ratner and Emma Sanchez on their wonderful achievement and participation in the All-State Music Festival.The purpose of the official Web site of the Great Neck Public Schools is to disseminate information about the educational programs, services, and activities of our district, and promote the accomplishments of our schools, students, and staff to the local and global educational community. Ratner especially enjoyed "the opportunity to create music at a high level alongside singers who share my passion for music." Sanchez remarked, "I really got to understand I belonged to something bigger when I was singing in a beautiful theater with more than 200 voices. Senior Samantha Ratner and junior Emma Sanchez both performed in the mixed SATB choir, under the direction of Dr. This year, Fieldston was superbly represented at the festival by two young singers.

The women, in particular, have to achieve a perfect score to even be considered, due to the sheer number of them auditioning. Active students in the music department of Great Neck. Fieldston students audition for the festival in June at New York University, with a solo and required sight-reading. On March 23 and 24, Great Neck North High School held the annual NYSSMA piano festival. To be selected to perform in the All-State Festival is an honor, as approximately 2,500 singers from across New York State audition to participate. Nationally recognized conductors are chosen to lead each of the ensembles, uniting the immense talent within each group.

Over the course of four days in December, 280 juniors and seniors from all over New York gather to rehearse and sing within the SATB (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) mixed choir, and 150 women sing within the SSAA (soprano and alto) ensemble, culminating with a performance at the Eastman School of Music's Kodak Hall. Salzman, NYSSMA President, 52 Briarwood Lane, Plainview, NY 11803 Please include the following information in your letter: 1. Forward a certified letter of application by Apto: Michael J. Every year, approximately 430 singers are selected to participate in the New York State School Music Association's All-State Music Festival, in Rochester, New York. If you are interested in having your group perform, please follow these application procedures: I.
