On Saturday, February 10, 13 high school and 14 middle school orchestra students represented Mona Shores in the 2024 MSBOA Honors Orchestra. The day included rehearsals and a performance with orchestra students from Muskegon, North Muskegon, Grand Haven, Fremont and Greenville. The middle school group was directed by composer and string educator Bob Phillips. The high school ensemble was directed by Dr. Joel Schut, GVSU orchestra director and music education professor. The honors groups put on a wonderful performance that was well received.
2024 Mona Shores High School Honors Orchestra Students2024 Mona Shores Middle School Honors Orchestra Students
Welcome back to a new school year! I know that our students have been practicing, taking lessons, going to music camps, and more this summer. And I know that our amazing directors, Mrs. DeRose and Mr. Mosley, have been planning and preparing for a new year.
First, I want to thank you for your support of your student musician. It matters a lot! All parents of orchestra students are members of Mona Shores Orchestra Parents Association (MSOPA), and it’s great to be connected through a wonderful music program!
Second, I want to invite you to an Ice Cream Social this Monday, August 28, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. outside the High School orchestra room (or inside if the weather doesn’t cooperate). MSOPA Executive Board members will be present and want to connect with you.
Third, please take time to complete a short volunteer information form for the 2023-2024 school year. Your help is needed to make our orchestra program successful, and there are many ways to serve. Find the link here: MSOPA Volunteer Interest Form.
Finally, here are MSOPA meeting dates for 2023-2024. All parents are welcome to join us, and we’re especially hopeful to add some middle school parents to our group.
Wed., Sept. 20, 2023 – 7 pm, High School Orchestra Room
Wed., Oct. 11, 2023 – 7 pm, High School Orchestra Room
Wed., Nov. 15, 2023 – 7 pm, High School Orchestra Room
Wed., Jan. 17, 2024 – 7 pm, High School Orchestra Room
Wed., Feb. 7, 2024 – 7 pm, High School Orchestra Room
Wed., Mar. 20, 2024 – 7 pm, High School Orchestra Room
Wed., April 17, 2024 – 7 pm, High School Orchestra Room
Again, thank you for supporting arts education and your student musician!
The MSOPA has commissioned composer and director Sean O’Loughlin to write music for both Middle School and High School ensembles. Students are rehearsing the new works now for the world premiere performances directed by the composer himself on Thursday, February 16, at 7 pm at the High School Performing Arts Center. Free will donations accepted at the door.
Our goal is to raise $10,000 for the Mona Shores Orchestra Parent Association’s general fund to support our orchestra students. If we reach our goal, no additional fundraisers for the general fund will be held this school year.
No amount is too big or too small. Cash and Check donations are currently being accepted by all orchestra students until November 4, or make a quick and easy donation ONLINE.
If every orchestra student collects five $10 donations ($50 total)
we will meet our goal.
Thank you so much for your support of the
Mona Shores Orchestra Program!
Donations also accepted by mail: Mona Shores Orchestra Parent Association (MSOPA) 1121 Seminole Road Norton Shores, MI 49441
The Mona Shores Middle School Orchestra completed a successful week of Summer Strings. Summer Strings is for the 6th-8th orchestra students and they met in the morning for a full week at the Ross Park pavilion. Check out our Facebook page for many more pictures and few videos of the final performances.
The Mona Shores Orchestra Parents Association is offering an opportunity for you to support the orchestra through the annual apparel sale. They are again teaming up with Trophy House and offering several new items this year including Alumni apparel.
All orders must be placed online.The online store will be open until Monday, November 22. All orders will be processed after that date and should be ready during the week of December 6. Trophy House will notify you when your items are ready and available for pick.
Please follow this link to access the online store:
Our goal is to raise $10,000 for the Mona Shores Orchestra Parent Association’s general fund to support our orchestra students. If we reach our goal, no additional fundraisers for the general fund will be held this school year.
No amount is too big or too small. Cash and Check donations are currently being accepted by all orchestra students until October 15, or make a quick and easy donation ONLINE.
If every orchestra student collects five $10 donations ($50 total) we will meet our goal.
Thank you so much for your support of the
Mona Shores Orchestra Program!
Donations also accepted by mail: Mona Shores Orchestra Parent Association (MSOPA) 1121 Seminole Road Norton Shores, MI 49441
The Mona Shores High School Orchestras are performing tomorrow night! Wednesday, May 5 at 7 PM Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, the in-person audience is limited to invited family members, however, it will be available to watch via livestream. Please join us online: https://youtu.be/MhhGBUkTmAI
The Mona Shores Fiddlers last show was over a year ago, and they are ready to be on the stage again playing some old favorites and new tunes. On Wednesday, March 31, at 7 PM, the Mona Shores Fiddlers and Middle Fiddles will perform for a limited in person audience of families and friends. The Sailor Nation Sports Network will live stream our event for everyone to enjoy. Tune in to the show by following this link: Mona Shores Fiddle Festival March 2021.
Announcing our VIRTUAL Holiday Orchestra Concerts – TONIGHT!!The Middle School video premieres at 7:00pm, and the High School video premieres at 7:30pm. Join us from home for a watch party as we enjoy the music of our outstanding orchestra student musicians!
And here’s the link to the High School video, premiering Tonight, December 17th, at 7:30pm TONIGHT!!
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