Panhandle Chorale and

Panhandle Youth ChoraleCarnegie Hall April 17-21, 2020

Why are we going?

“We travel because we need to, because distance and

difference are the secret tonic to creativity. When we

get home, home is still the same. But something in our

mind has been changed, and that changes

everything.” (J. Lehrer)

“Carnegie Hall is without doubt one of the most

prestigious facilities in the world. And saying that you've

played at Carnegie Hall might just be one of the

ultimate badges of musical honor.” (npr.org)

The learning, preparation, growth, and musical

development that will occur in each school, and in

each individual.

Who is helping us get there?

Your Local Teachers

Balko – David and Regina Vaughn

Beaver – Cara McDonald

Boise City – Misty Hughes

Goodwell / Texhoma – Melinda McGlasson

Guymon – Theresa Royse

Hardesty – Tisha Blasingame

Yarbrough – Anna Gherna

Perryton – Keith Harris

OPSU – Dr. Wilkins

Support from the respective administrations

Manhattan Concert

Productions (MCP)

MCP is responsible for the Production side of our event

All musical and performance aspects with ensembles invited, musical integrity rehearsals, Carnegie Hall

They also provide as part of their service

Lodging at A REPUTABLE hotel

Subway passes

Group tickets to Broadway Show

Ticket to “Top of the Rock” observation deck

Post-Concert Reception and Dinner

Manhattan Concert Productions

https://www.mcp.us/masterwork-series

2020 Season Brochure

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/560aa0ffe4b0d5465decff4e/t/5c7bf4d053450a4d58422e10/1551627485413/2020+Brochure

Address | 236 W. 30 th Street, Floor 3 • New York, NY • 10001

Phone | (877) 279-1147 Fax | (212) 279-1145 Email | info@mcp.us Web | www.mcp.us

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS: EVENT

LODGING |

STAFF |

TRANSPORTATION |

ENTERTAINMENT |

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS: CLASSIC (includes all items in Event Package)

• See reverse side for sample itinerary and package pricing •

*All players are members of Local 802, the world’s largest union of professional musicians.

Requiem or Fauré Requiem

New York City Chamber Orchestra, Masterwork Series.

VENUE |

STAFF |

EXPERIENCE |

PREPARATION |

POST-CONCERT |

General Information

2019T W E N T I E T HA N N I V E R S A RYS E A S O N

Music Celebrations

International (MCI)

Music Celebrations International

https://musiccelebrations.com/

From their website: First and foremost MCI is a professional performance tour

organizer, but it is also an accredited travel agency, fully licensed and bonded

to assist with all of the necessary travel arrangements for participating groups at

substantial discounts. Our separate Performance Department is staffed by

experienced musicians and travel agents who have an excellent, almost

instinctive understanding of the special needs and considerations of music

directors and their performing groups.

Prior experience with them

Staff on location wherever they tour

Great eating establishments

Liability insurance, Travel Insurance

MCI Provides

Airfare (90% chance it’ll be Southwest)

Tour bus between hotel and airport in NYC

Tour guide Saturday, Sunday

Meals

Dinner Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Monday Breakfast

Arrangements / fees for

Ferry to/from Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

Statue of Liberty Pedestal

9/11 Memorial Museum

What will the trip look like?

Each HS Student will be chaperoned by their own teacher (or another

approved chaperone/adult)

Students will be traveling alongside OPSU Students

Specific and REQUIRED travel attire

Matching T-shirts

School appropriate clothing

MUSIC!!!!!

8-12 hours of musical rehearsal with other choruses from across the US

Performance with the Professional New York City Chamber Orchestra

Travel Schedule

What music will we be performing?

Grasslands Choral Festival Music (men’s / women’s

ensemble music)

Panhandle Honor Choir Music (SAB / SATB music)

Lux: The Dawn from on High, by Dan Forrest

A 40 minute work for SATB Choir, Tenor and Soprano Soloists, Orchestra

Youtube: wilkinsdee channel, Panhandle Youth Chorale Playlist

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxwXHtWVwlA&list=PLWJysSaSvfu

QZ2ON8dI_9h6fMXdinN_JI

Other music from Summer Camp??

What are my commitments?

ACTIVE / FULL Participation in all PYC events

Music Camp July 29-31

Saturday Rehearsal Aug 24

Grasslands Festival Honor Choir Oct 3

Saturday Rehearsal Oct 12

Panhandle Honor Choir Nov 4

PYC Fundraising Concert ???

Saturday Rehearsal Jan 11

Monday Night Rehearsals 6:30-9:00 pm (with Panhandle Chorale)

March 9 March 23 March 30

Production of Lux at OPSU April 3

Monday Night April 13

The main question you’re wondering

about…….

$2500 / person to participate, which includes everything listed prior:

(but just as a reminder)

Everything included in NYC trip (musical production costs, airfare, hotel,

5 meals, Broadway show, Statue of Liberty, subway passes, 9/11

museum, bus, tour guide)

T-shirt(s)

Music Camp (room and board, etc.)

Sheet music? (if possible…)

Non –performers = $1950 (Same plan, except not performing and

premium seating at concert)

Organization of the trip, rehearsals, musical instruction, cheesy jokes, and personal advise from Dr. Wilkins – FREE

Payment Info

August 9 $750 ($500 of that is non-refundable)

October 4 $600

December 13 $600

February 7 Remaining balance ($550 or less)

Paying in advance is fine

Want to pay online? You can, and it’s safe, but adds $120 to your bill…

As long as you are paid by the last deadline (and have met all other

obligations) you can still participate