Christmas Concerts and musician's training

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS
WED, DEC 16TH & FRI, DEC 18TH GOLDSTEIN / HEYBORNE CHRISTMAS SHOW- Mesa Arts Center
FRi. DEC 18TH – RESONATE DANCE WINTER SHOW - Poston Jr. High School- Mesa
MON-FRI JUNE 11-14- TIME TO BLOSSOM YOUNG WOMEN’S CONFERENCE- Mesa Hilton Hotel

AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
FRIDAY DECEMBER 18 & 19TH – MUSIC BUSINESS SEMINAR AND AUDITIONS- Randy Kartchner

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
CDS AVAILABLE- “Most Wonderful Time” – The Kartchner Sisters
CD RELEASE – “Still” by Jordan Bluth
BENEFIT CD RELEASE – “A Simple Gift of Love” by Tricia Swanson
CHILDREN’S JOURNAL – “Notable Journals” by Kameron Bybee
CD RELEASE- “Daughters of Heaven” by Jeanni Gould
CD RELEASE- “Deep Peace” by Three2U- Joe Tenney, Richard Talbot & Jon Buehner
CD RELEASE- “You Are Loved” by Debbie West Coon
HYMN ACCOMPANIMENT CD- Hymntracks by Randy Kartchner
CD RELEASE- “You’re Worth It All” by Michele Baer
ONGOING- FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS- Jester’Z Improv Theatre- Clean, Fun, Comedy – Scottsdale
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

FALL MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

M ARVIN GOLDSTEIN / KIRBY HEYBORNE CHRISTMAS VARIETY SHOW "You're All I Want For Christmas" variety show starring Marvin Goldstein (world renowned pianist & entertainer), Kirby Heyborne (actor & songwriter) and featuring Sarah Morgann (classical vocalist). A family-friendly experience filled with music, sketches, improv, and audience interaction. 7: 00 p.m. on December 16 & 18 at the Mesa Arts Center (www.mesaartscenter.com or 480-644-6500). Tickets are $25 and $35.

DANCE CONCERT If you want to watch a terrific song and dance performance that involves clean dancing, tasteful music and modest costumes, please come and support our dancers of all ages (2-29)! Bring the whole family. Resonate Dance presents: Dancing Through the Holidays Winter Show 2009 Dec 18th at 6pm Poston Jr High School Auditorium, 2433 E Adobe St Mesa, AZ 85213,


YOUNG WOMEN’S CONFERENCE Time to Blossom Young Womens Conference for LDS girls ages 11-16. Early Registration is now available. This will be an incredible, life-changing experience for the girls who attend. We have excellent speakers lined-up like John Bytheway, America's Junior Miss Lindsey Brinton and AZ Jr. Miss Alexis Flake. Local speakers, Heather Sandstrom, Michele Baer and Sherrie Natrass will also be featured. The conference will be held at the newly remodeled Hilton Hotel in Mesa and will cost less than EFY. We think registering for this conference would be a perfect Christmas gift for mothers looking to give their daughters a gift that will last a lifetime. For more info go to: timetoblossom.com or to view flier go to: http://www.timetoblossom.com/pages/Flier.htm Early Registrations (half or whole payt) before Dec 15th will receive a beautiful gift.

AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

MUSIC AND MUSIC BUSINESS SEMINAR with renowned artists Marvin Goldstein and Randy Kartchner. For vocalists and anyone interested in the music industry. A great chance to learn about the music industry in a values-based setting, showcase your talent (and a chance to be selected for the evening concert), receive personalized coaching and suggestions from Marvin and Randy, and connect with other aspiring artists. December 18 & 19 (individual auditions with Marvin and Randy with personalized feedback on the 18th and full day seminar and concert on the 19th) Downtown Mesa Marriott - 200 N. Centennial Way Register at www.theadelaidemusicgroup.com or by calling 480-766-0381. Tuition is $160 before November 30 and $200 after

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

CD AVAILABLE –RaShel Kartchner Ferrin, with her sister, ShiRey Kartchner Carroll,
are now selling their Christmas CD:"Most Wonderful Time" and their inspirational CD, "Because He Loves Me" on Heartrise Productions: They are available at www.heartrisemusic.com . This is a new site for their sales and they are happy to have Heartrise as their new distributor. Please check it out!

CD RELEASE Welcome in the Christmas season this year with a new collection of timeless carols and Christmas classics sung by Jordan Bluth! "Still" features Bluth's soaring tenor voice with powerful new orchestrations by Rob Gardner along with several arrangements by Michael McLean from his Christmas musical, "The Forgotten Carols". Cd's are available for purchase at Deseret Book stores, or online at www.jordanbluth.com . Become a fan and follow Jordan's performing schedule on facebook, at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=159917530479.

BENEFIT CD RELEASE a new benefit CD is just out - by Trisha Swanson, named "A Simple Gift of Love". This CD is for Kristi Sherwood Crum, Mesa, who suffered the loss of her first husband to lung cancer. Now, she is suffering with the very same disease. Donations and purchases can be made at http://www.triciasings.com/.

NEW INTERACTIVE CHILDREN’S JOURNAL- Looking for a unique gift for your children this Christmas? Valley-based Notable Journals has a new interactive journal for LDS children that will make journaling fun and increase their creative writing skills. http://www.notablejournals.com Some of the features are that it helps children develop the habit of journaling at a young age and is great for gifts! Only $15.95, it is 120 pages and full-color with both boys’ and girls’ editions which are appropriate for ages 4-11.

CD RELEASE All are invited to come celebrate Jeanni Gould's new CD of inspiring music "Daughters of Heaven." Refresh your spirit with sweet music. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments too! 480-759-0449 Hear music samples at www.jeannigould.com.
"Daughters of Heaven" will be in Deseret Book and other LDS bookstores soon.


CD RELEASE After an amazing 13 yrs, The well known local trio Three2U has finally released their second CD, Deep Peace! Featuring Joe Tenney, Richard Talbot and Jon Buehner, this new project includes arrangements by Sam Cardon, Richard Talbot , Randy Kartchner, Michael Dowdle and Greg Hansen. From smooth country tunes to patriotic to inspirational, you will love each track. Get it with FREE SHIPPING NOW at www.Three2U.com

CD RELEASE - On her second CD release,”You Are Loved”, Debbie Coon has partnered with talented arrangers Richard Talbot and Sam Cardon to produce a wonderful and inspirational album. Singers Justin Williams , George Dyer, Freddie Ashby and Richard Talbot are also featured on some duets. To hear tracks, go to www.positivemusicanddownloads.com and click on Debbie West Coon.

HYMN ACCOMPANIMENT CD- A Brand New CD is now available that makes it easy to perform hymns with a beautiful accompaniment CD. This is long overdue and you will just love it. Incredibly talented arranger, Randy Kartchner, Greater Than Us All, My Servant Joseph, and many others, has put these great arrangements at our fingertips. Go to: www.HymnTracks.com If you've always had a love for sacred hymns and have wanted to sing them--but you wanted more than just the simple arrangements found in the typical hymnbook then this is for YOU! Please go and listen to the samples online.

CD RELEASE- Local recording artist Michele Baer has just released her 3rd CD, “You’re Worth It All”. This CD is full of songs of hope, like a favorite Carpenter’s tune-‘I Won’t Last a Day without You’ and songs of comfort like ‘Where Can I turn for Peace’. In addition, there are 2 duets with tenor Jordan Bluth and 7 original songs written by Michele with personal inspirational messages. Michele has previously produced 2 CD’s: “Out of the Dust” (2000) and “Never Give Up” (2004). You can listen to samples or order a hard copy CD or download at www.PositiveMusicandDownloads.com She also has lyrics and sheet music available at no cost on her website: www.MicheleBaerMusic.com

Jester’Z Improv Family Theatre
Comprised of professional actors, comedians, and stand up comics headed up by Jef Rawls, The Jester'Z provides instant comedy - made up on the spot. The Jester'Z know the games, but because the setup comes from the audience every scene is unique, and every show is a memorable experience. Shows are family sensitive - All ages are welcome and there is no swearing or vulgarity. The Jester’Z perform at Theater 168 every Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. All shows are 90 minutes in length with NO intermission. Theater 168 seats 120 and our early shows are typically sold out in advance, so please make your reservations in advance. Walk-ins will be seated based on availability. Candy, popcorn, soda, nachos and water are available at the snack bar. Come on in and enjoy no drink minimum! Theater 168 is a smoke-free establishment and does not serve alcohol. Reservations Required: 480-423-0120. For more info go to http:/www.jesterzimprov.com Theater 168 is located at 7117 E. McDowell Rd - Scottsdale, AZ 85257


interfaith choir Voices of Peace, a community chorus, meets at the LDS Chapel on 32nd Street (between Lindsay and Val Vista) just south of Southern Ave. in Mesa. Performances include Mesa Temple Lights, and Gilbert Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. Interested singers are invited to come. Dues are $10.00. Questions? Call Julie Spilsbury 892-1175 or Holly Ashby 641-0299

Organ Course and info - Website with tons of helps is www.organ.byu.edu Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at www.chamberlinmusic.com DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

AUG/SEPT

PLEASE SUPPORT THE ARTS AND OUR FRIENDS BY CHOOSING SOMETHING THAT FIT’S YOUR FAMILY! This is how we support our friends and each other in the community.
For what’s happening, read events and then scroll down for more details
** New additions for the week are in RED
Give us Feedback on our new blog by going to: www.musicandartofphoenix.blogspot.com

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENT
THURS JULY 9 – AUG 29 -BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Hale Center Theatre, Gilbert
FRI, SEPTEMBER 11 –AZ FIREFLY GROUP W/ RYAN SHUPE & THE RUBBERBAND in Orem UT
FRI, SEPTEMBER 18 – PRICE OF FREEDOM- Mesquite High School- Gilbert
SAT,SEPTEMBER 19 – GILBERT CONSTITUTION WEEK- Mesquite High School - Gilbert
AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
AUDITIONS THIS WEEKEND– JOSEPH &THE AMAZING TECH DREAMCOAT- Williams Field H.S.
VOICE LESSONS AND PERFORMANCE/COMPOSING CLASSES – Voiceworks Academy - Mesa
MUSIC THEATRE CLASSES-LINSEY AND TYLER MAXSON- East and West side of Mesa/Gilbert
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
NEW CD RELEASE- “You Are Loved” by Debbie West Coon
N EW HYMN ACCOMPANIMENT CD- Hymntracks by Randy Kartchner
NEW CD RELEASE- “You’re Worth It All” by Michele Baer
ONGOING- FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS- Jester’Z Improv Theatre- Clean, Fun, Comedy – Scottsdale
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

FALL MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Linsey & Tyler Maxson have graced many stages here in Arizona and are set to perform in the upcoming Hale Theatre production of Beauty and the Beast . If you remember the Maxsons in Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat and The Scarlett Pimpernel you will be excited to see them again in Beauty and the Beast. Beauty and the Beast is the fourth longest running show on Broadway and in the last few years the rights have been released to theaters nation wide. The Hale Theatre feels fortunate to be able to bring this exceptional cast and extravagant and elegant show to the Phoenix Valley. It is a treat not to be missed.Show Dates: July 9 – August 29, 2009. Curtain Up: Thursday, Friday & Saturday Evenings: 7:30pm, with Sat. Matinees: 3:00pm Ticket Prices: $23.00 - $25.00 Box Office: 480-497-1181 Box Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 10am – 5pm, Friday – Saturday 10am – 7:30pm For more info go to: http://www.haletheatrearizona.com/news-and-press/91.html

DREAM BIG BENEFIT CONCERT (UTAH) You are invited to join the Now I Can Foundation
at the ‘Dream Big’ Benefit Concert starring Ryan Shupe and the Rubberband (www.shupe.net)
Friday. September 11 at 6 p.m. at the SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre in Orem, UT! Sister group Firefly will open for the show! (www.iheartfirefly) Concert proceeds will help disabled kids get the physical therapy they need to become more independent. Tickets are only $15 for General Admission (bring a blanket), or $25 for a reserved chair seat. Buy three tickets and get one free! Tickets are only available at www.nowican.org or by calling 801-228-1935.

PRICE OF FREEDOM by Rob Gardner- w/ honored quest, War Hero and Senator, John McCain.Friday, Sept. 18, Mesquite High School 8:00pm Tickets can be purchased at www.ConstitutionWeek.com limited seating

GILBERT CONSTITUTION FAIR for Families. Saturday, Sept.19, Mesquite High School, 6:00-9:00pm $10.00 Per family, or $2.00 pp. Multiple stages with excellent entertainers including,The Jesterz, National comedian Mark Cordes, From Disney World The Swing Tips, Mc6(Mens Vocal Ensemble), Light Entertainment Group,and renowned magican Craig Davis. Main program and Fireworks to follow at 8:30. Participate in the Community Art Competition, details on website. There is so much more to our event, please refer to www.ConstitutionWeek.com

AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

AUDITION- JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECH. DREAMCOAT- -Williams Field hs
THIS WEEKEND.
Auditions for the CopperStar Repertory Theatre are this Friday- 5-9pm and Saturday 12-5 pmand possibly Monday from 5-9 pm at Williams Field H.S. Call for audition time 699-1555. This is a community production with parts for ages 14-adult and childrens choir for ages 9-13 Men between 16 – 35 are really needed.More information can be found at www.copperstarrep.org/audition then click on the Joseph logo on the right. Audition appointments can be set by calling 699-1555. The show runs two weekends...Oct 2 & 3; Oct 8 -10.

VOICEWORKS ACADEMY- By Chrissy Whaley
New vocal studio with lessons and classes on performance and composition. Register Now for Fall classes. Located by US 60 and Val Vista go to www.voiceworksacademy.com

NEW PRIVATE AND GROUP VOICE LESSONS-By Linsey Maxson
Now enrolling for the 2009-2010 school year! Space is limited. For policy information, questions, and registration, contact Linsey at linzmaxson@yahoo.com
GROUPS all meet in the Carson Jr High Choir Room with a family discount for 3 or more children and run September - May
Sunshine Singers: Pre Schoolers- 2nd graders- Thursdays - 3:45-4:30 Tuition: $35 per month
Music Makers: 3rd - 6th graders- Thursdays - 4:30-5:15- Tuition- $45 per month
Treble Makers: A Teen Music Theater Performing Group- Directed by Linsey and Tyler Maxson 7th -12th graders- 6:15-7:15Tuition: $55 per month
Comprehensive Music Theatre class by Linsey Maxson and Dana Rodgers -Grades 5 - 9. It will include weekly instruction in singing, dance, theatre, large group numbers, small ensembles, solos, audition techniques, and even field trips to productions in the east valley The class will meet weekly Tuesdays from 6:15 - 7:15 on the EAST side of town near Lindsay and Guadalupe and will have two major performances this year. FOR EARLY REGISTRATION OR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT LINSEY AT linzmaxson@yahoo.com

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

NEW CD RELEASE- On her second CD release,”You Are Loved”, Debbie Coon has partnered with talented arrangers Richard Talbot and Sam Cardon to produce a wonderful and inspirational album. Singers Justin Williams , George Dyer, Freddie Ashby and Richard Talbot are also featured on some duets. To hear tracks, go to www.positivemusicanddownloads.com and click on Debbie Coon.

NEW HYMN ACCOMPANIMENT CD- A Brand New CD is now available that makes it easy to perform hymns with a beautiful accompaniment CD. This is long overdue and you will just love it. Incredibly talented arranger, Randy Kartchner, Greater Than Us All, My Servant Joseph, and many others, has put these great arrangements at our fingertips. Go to: www.HymnTracks.com If you've always had a love for sacred hymns and have wanted to sing them--but you wanted more than just the simple arrangements found in the typical hymnbook then this is for YOU! Please go and listen to the samples online.
New CD Release- Local recording artist Michele Baer has just released her 3rd CD, “You’re Worth It All”. This CD is full of songs of hope, like a favorite Carpenter’s tune-‘I Won’t Last a Day without You’ and songs of comfort like ‘Where Can I turn for Peace’. In addition, there are 2 duets with tenor Jordan Bluth and 7 original songs written by Michele with personal inspirational messages. Michele has previously produced 2 CD’s: “Out of the Dust” (2000) and “Never Give Up” (2004). You can listen to samples or order a hard copy CD or download at www.PositiveMusicandDownloads.com She also has lyrics and sheet music available at no cost on her website: www.MicheleBaerMusic.com

Jester’Z Improv Family Theatre
Comprised of professional actors, comedians, and stand up comics headed up by Jef Rawls, The Jester'Z provides instant comedy - made up on the spot. The Jester'Z know the games, but because the setup comes from the audience every scene is unique, and every show is a memorable experience. Shows are family sensitive - All ages are welcome and there is no swearing or vulgarity. The Jester’Z perform at Theater 168 every Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. All shows are 90 minutes in length with NO intermission. Theater 168 seats 120 and our early shows are typically sold out in advance, so please make your reservations in advance. Walk-ins will be seated based on availability. Candy, popcorn, soda, nachos and water are available at the snack bar. Come on in and enjoy no drink minimum! Theater 168 is a smoke-free establishment and does not serve alcohol. Reservations Required: 480-423-0120. For more info go to http:/www.jesterzimprov.com Theater 168 is located at 7117 E. McDowell Rd - Scottsdale, AZ 85257


Interdenominational Choir-If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

Organ Course and info- Website with tons of helps is www.organ.byu.edu Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at www.chamberlinmusic.com DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

(To add your name to this database, please email mwbaer@qwest.net )

YOUNG MUSICIAN AND NEW HYMN ACC. CD

PLEASE SUPPORT THE ARTS AND OUR FRIENDS BY CHOOSING SOMETHING THAT FIT’S YOUR FAMILY! This is how we support our friends and each other in the community.
For what’s happening, read events and then scroll down for more details
** New additions for the week are in RED
Give us Feedback on our new blog by going to: www.musicandartofphoenix.blogspot.com

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS
SAT MAY 16TH – ACOUSTIC ROCK/POP CONCERT- Holly Marcum- Chryro Arts Ctr- Tempe
FRI MAY 22ST - FAMILY IMPROV & CONCERT- Kirby Heyborne- Dramagenics Family Improv-Peoria
SAT MAY 23rd -STAND UP COMEDY & CONCERT- John Moyer/Kirby Heyborne- Mt. View High- Mesa
SATURDAY MORNING CHILDREN’S THEATRE – Sleeping Beauty – Hale Theatre - Gilbert
ONGOING- FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS- Jester’Z Improv Theatre- Clean, Fun, Comedy – Scottsdale

AUDITIONS/OPPORTUNITIES
ONGOING-NEW REFLECTIONS OF CHRIST - Vocal, Choral and Instrumental auditions open NOW.

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
NEW HYMN ACCOMPANIMENT CD- Hymntracks by Randy Kartchner
NEW CD RELEASE “The Elm Tree” by Kirby Heyborne
SUMMER PIANO CAMP – Piano Studio – Diane Shephard- Gilbert
NEW CD RELEASE- “You’re Worth It All” by Michele Baer
4 SUMMER WORKSHOPS- Light Entertainment Company- Tim Filichia- Mesa
CHILDREN’S MUSIC THEATRE WORKSHOP- Performers Inc.- Erica Soelberg -Mesa
NEW STUDIO OPENING - Voiceworks Academy- Chrissy Malais- opening in Mesa
CHILDREN’S SUMMER CAMP- Arts Alive Performing Camp Alicia Morgan/Janae Thomas- Chandler
NEW PERFORMING GROUP- Angels of Paradise- Linda Jaussi -available for booking
SUMMER CAMP- Swing and Ballroom Classes
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

MAY MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-DETAILED BELOW

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

ACOUSTIC AND ALTERNATIVE ROCK/POP CONCERT Saturday, May 16th at the Chyro Arts Center near Scottsdale and McDowell Rds inTempe, Holly Marcum, up and coming singer will be performing some of her latest numbers. She plays acoustic guitar and sings and has already had some radio play.
Come support her between 9:25 pm and 11:00pm. Tickets are $10 - For tickets, text or email Holly at singsingsing@cox.net or call 480-773-4667.

FAMILY IMPROV AND CONCERT Friday, May 22, 7 PM - Improv & 9 PM -Concert at Dramagenics Family Improv Theater, Peoria, AZ Tickets and Info: www.dramagenics.com or call 623-298-4635. 9 PM at the Dramagenics Family Improv Theater Kirby Heyborne will be performing a concert featuring the music from his brand new CD, "The Elm Tree"! Tickets for each show are $15, BUT you can get the "Improv and Concert Special Package Deal": both shows for only $24! Come enjoy a special evening of fun, laughs and good music with us.

STAND UP COMEDY AND CONCERT A Special Engagement! Kirby Heyborne and John Moyer together for the first time in concert Saturday, May 23, 8 PM:at the Mountain View High School Auditorium, 2700 East Brown Rd, ONE NIGHT ONLY Local funny man, Lamar Newmeyer will be the guest emcee for the event. Meet and Greet will immediately follow the concert. Tickets are $12 in advance and $14 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at www.kirbyheyborne.com . For tickets and information, please call 435-730-4128 or go online at www.kirbyheyborne.com . John Moyer is the writer of "The Singles Ward", "The RM" and "Mobsters and Mormons".. Fascinating entertainer and accomplished Singer/Songwriter Kirby Heyborne will blend humor, heartwarming stories, audience interaction and music into a memorable and fun concert for all ages. Join us for one unforgettable night of stand up comedy and music

SATURDAY MORNING CHILDREN’S THEATRE Sleeping Beauty Continues at Hale Theatre--Only $10 for Saturday shows. SLEEPING BEAUTY still has several more Saturday morning shows at Hale. The show is very funny and the cast is super. Let's keep the childrens theatre program going at Hale. Saturday mornings at 11am. Tickets only $10 for kids. Buy tickets on line at www.haletheatrearizona.com


JESTER’Z IMPROV FAMILY THEATRE Comprised of professional actors, comedians, and stand up comics headed up by Jef Rawls, The Jester'Z provides instant comedy - made up on the spot. The Jester'Z know the games, but because the setup comes from the audience every scene is unique, and every show is a memorable experience. Shows are family sensitive - All ages are welcome and there is no swearing or vulgarity. The Jester’Z perform at Theater 168 every Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. All shows are 90 minutes in length with NO intermission. Theater 168 seats 120 and our early shows are typically sold out in advance, so please make your reservations in advance. Walk-ins will be seated based on availability. Candy, popcorn, soda, nachos and water are available at the snack bar. Come on in and enjoy no drink minimum! Theater 168 is a smoke-free establishment and does not serve alcohol. Reservations Required: 480-423-0120. For more info go to http:/www.jesterzimprov.com Theater 168 is located at 7117 E. McDowell Rd - Scottsdale, AZ 85257


AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

AUDITIONS FOR REFLECTIONS OF CHRIST Reflections Media Group is accepting vocal, choral, and instrumental auditions for a new Reflections of Christ project centered around Christ in America. For more information, please go here: http://www.reflectionsmg.com/Music-Search.php


OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

NEW HYMN ACCOMPANIMENT CD- A Brand New CD is now available that makes it easy to perform hymns with a beautiful accompaniment CD. This is long overdue and you will just love it. Incredibly talented arranger, Randy Kartchner, Greater Than Us All, My Servant Joseph, and many others, has put these great arrangements at our fingertips. Go to: www.HymnTracks.com If you've always had a love for sacred hymns and have wanted to sing them--but you wanted more than just the simple arrangements found in the typical hymnbook then this is for YOU! Please go and listen to the samples online.

NEW CD RELEASE Singer/Songwriter, Performer and Actor Kirby Heyborne has new CD out entitled
“The Elm Tree”. This album honors the life and strengths of my mother and others close to me who
have so bravely battled with cancer.” In addition to honoring them with music, Heyborne is donating $1
from every CD to the Hunstman Cancer Foundation for Cancer research. Kirby has produced 3 CD's: “Inside” (2005), “Braver Days” (2006) and a Christmas CD, “Merry White Tree in the Night” (2006). The release of “The Elm Tree” is his fourth and “it's the most compelling and best yet”, says producer Nathan DeVore. “It's very Simon and Garfunkel-ie sounding.” You can read more about it and his current promotion on his website, www.kirbyheyborne.com .


PIANO STUDIO CAMP Blast Off with Piano! Find out if piano is right for your child BEFORE investing in piano lessons. Diane's Piano Studio is now enrolling new students for its Summer Piano Camps! Students attend class Monday - Friday, 45 minutes a day with a Recital on Friday showing off what they learned that week! Students can start as young as 5 yrs old! $65 includes all materials needed for class. Diane's Piano Studio is located off Gilbert/Guadalupe. Teacher; Diane Shephard is trained, degreed & certified. Call (480)858-0258 for more information or visit www.dianespianostudio.com and download a form with detailed information with dates and times!

NEW CD RELEASE- Local recording artist Michele Baer has just released her 3rd CD, “You’re Worth It All”. This CD is full of songs of hope, like a favorite Carpenter’s tune-‘I Won’t Last a Day without You’ and songs of comfort like ‘Where Can I turn for Peace’. In addition, there are 2 duets with tenor Jordan Bluth and 7 original songs written by Michele with personal inspirational messages. Michele has previously produced 2 CD’s: “Out of the Dust” (2000) and “Never Give Up” (2004). You can listen to samples or order a hard copy CD or download at www.PositiveMusicandDownloads.com She also has lyrics and sheet music available at no cost on her website: www.MicheleBaerMusic.com

4 SUMMER WORKSHOPS - LIGHT Entertainment: Summer Workshop 2009 is open to ages 8-12 and all teens. Show A:
May 25-29 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by May 15
June 2-6 Tuesday-Saturday Registration and Tuition due by May 22
Show B:
July 6-10 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by June 26
July 20-24 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by July 10. Rehearsals and performance will be held at Starlight Dance Studio in Mesa. Times are 8-noon with a performance at the end of the week at 4 PM. Each June sessions will be the same show. July's sessions will be different from June's show in case you wish to participate each month. Cost per Entertainer is $125 for the week.
Registration after the deadlines will be $150. Contact Tim Filicia - E-mail at timfilichia@yahoo.com


CHILDREN’S MUSIC THEATRE WORKSHOP Performers Inc. Musical Theater Workshop by Erica Sandstrom Soelberg - June 15th - 20th. Children learn selected songs and professional choreography all while building confidence, making friends, and having fun. This year, the production will be High School Musical. Performance on Saturday, June 20th. $65.00 for Junior Performers: ages 4-6 11:00 - 12:00
$75.00 for Senior Performers: ages 7-12 12:30 - 3:00 For more info contact Erica at 480-686-9710 or email at performersinc@hotmail.com

VOICEWORKSACADEMY A premier vocal studio in Mesa, will be opening in April 2009. We will offer private and group lessons in voice, piano, and guitar, as well as a variety of classes and performing groups. Our vocal instructors are certified in Speech Level Singing. Summer Broadway and Music Performance classes run all through June and are only $100 -$120 per week. Check out our website at www.voiceworksacademy.com or call Chrissy @ 480-510-7674 to register for lessons or classes.


CHILDRENS SUMMER CAMP June 15-19, 1pm-4pm and/or July 13-17, 1pm-4pm: Arts Alive Performing Arts Camp for 3rd -6th graders taught by Janae Thomas and Alicia Morgan in Chandler. Students will explore the world of singing, acting and movement and will perform at the end of each session at the Chandler Public Library Hamilton Branch. Wendy Parr, For more information and a registration form contact Alicia at alibird@q.com or (480)855-3438.

NEW PERFORMING GROUP Angels of Paradise, has been building popularity and is made up of three angelic sopranos and one Hungarian pianist. Their literature ranges from (Celtic Women type) folk songs, to pop, to Broadway, to art song, and Opera. The one hour show has been well received and is now booking until the end of June. We are on break July and August. If you know of any venues looking for a top notch group, please call Linda Jaussi at 602-296-4561.

SUMMER DANCE CAMP Ballroom and Swing Dance Summer Camp with Recital. 4 weeks of fun: June 2-June27th, with a Recital June 27th at 7:30pm.
Rezon8 Junior: ages 7-13 Tues and Thur., 10:00-11:00 am BOYS and GIRLS.
Rezon8 Senior: teens and young singles- Thursdays, 8-9:30 pm and Sat 10-12pm BOYS AND GIRLS
Rezon8dance@gmail.com or Alisha Sell at 480-361-1711 WWW.REZ-O-N8DANCE.BLOGSPOT.COM for registration forms and information

INTERDENOMINATIONAL CHOIR-If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

ORGAN COURSE AND INFO- Website with tons of helps is www.organ.byu.edu Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at www.chamberlinmusic.com DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

(To add your name to this database, please email mwbaer@qwest.net )

COMEDY, CONCERTS, PIANO & A NEW CD

For what’s happening, read general events at the top and then scroll down for more details
** New additions for the week are in RED ITALICS
Also, Check out other great music and arts info at http://www.positivemusicandarts.com/

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS
FRI MAY 22ST - FAMILY IMPROV & CONCERT- Kirby Heyborne- Dramagenics Family Improv-Peoria
SAT MAY 23RD -STAND UP COMEDY & CONCERT- John Moyer/Kirby Heyborne- Mt. View High- Mesa
SATURDAY MORNING CHILDREN’S THEATRE – Sleeping Beauty – Hale Theatre - Gilbert
ONGOING- FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS- Jester’Z Improv Theatre- Clean, Fun, Comedy – Scottsdale

AUDITIONS/OPPORTUNITIES
MAY 11TH - BEAUTY AND THE BEAST- Hale Center Theatre- Gilbert
ONGOING-NEW REFLECTIONS OF CHRIST - Vocal, Choral and Instrumental auditions open NOW.

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
NEW CD RELEASE “The Elm Tree” by Kirby Heyborne
SUMMER PIANO CAMP – Piano Studio – Diane Shephard- Gilbert
NEW CD RELEASE- “You’re Worth It All” by Michele Baer
4 SUMMER WORKSHOPS- Light Entertainment Company- Tim Filichia- Mesa
CHILDREN’S MUSIC THEATRE WORKSHOP- Performers Inc.- Erica Soelberg -Mesa NEW STUDIO OPENING - Voiceworks Academy- Chrissy Malais- opening in Mesa
CHILDREN’S SUMMER CAMP- Arts Alive Performing Camp Alicia Morgan/Janae Thomas- Chandler
NEW PERFORMING GROUP- Angels of Paradise- Linda Jaussi -available for booking
ONGOING -Wholesome Dance Performance Co. & instruction class for all ages
ONGOING- JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Classes
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

MAY MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

Family Improv and Concert Come enjoy a special evening of fun, laughs and good music with us. Friday, May 22, at 7 PM - Improv , and then at 9 PM , Kirby Heyborne will be performing a concert featuring the music from his brand new CD, "The Elm Tree", at Dramagenics Family Improv Theater, Peoria, AZ. Tickets for each show are $15, BUT you can get the "Improv and Concert Special Package Deal": both shows for only $24! Tickets and Info: www.dramagenics.com or call 623-298-4635.

Stand up Comedy and Concert A Special Engagement! Kirby Heyborne and John Moyer together for the first time in concert Saturday, May 23, 8 PM:at the Mountain View High School Auditorium, 2700 East Brown Rd, ONE NIGHT ONLY Local funny man, Lamar Newmeyer will be the guest emcee for the event. Meet and Greet will immediately follow the concert. Tickets are $12 in advance and $14 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at www.kirbyheyborne.com . For tickets and information, please call 435-730-4128 or go online at www.kirbyheyborne.com . John Moyer is the writer of "The Singles Ward", "The RM" and "Mobsters and Mormons". Fascinating entertainer and accomplished Singer/Songwriter Kirby Heyborne will blend humor, heartwarming stories, audience interaction and music into a memorable and fun concert for all ages. Join us for one unforgettable night of stand up comedy and music

Saturday morning Children’s Theatre Sleeping Beauty Continues at Hale Theatre--Only $10 for Saturday shows. SLEEPING BEAUTY still has several more Saturday morning shows at Hale. The show is very funny and the cast is super. Let's keep the childrens theatre program going at Hale. Saturday mornings at 11am. Tickets only $10 for kids. Buy tickets on line at http://www.haletheatrearizona.com/


Jester’Z Improv Family Theatre Comprised of professional actors, comedians, and stand up comics headed up by Jef Rawls, The Jester'Z provides instant comedy - made up on the spot. The Jester'Z know the games, but because the setup comes from the audience every scene is unique, and every show is a memorable experience. Shows are family sensitive - All ages are welcome and there is no swearing or vulgarity. The Jester’Z perform at Theater 168 every Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. All shows are 90 minutes in length with NO intermission. Theater 168 seats 120 and our early shows are typically sold out in advance, so please make your reservations in advance. Walk-ins will be seated based on availability. Candy, popcorn, soda, nachos and water are available at the snack bar. Come on in and enjoy no drink minimum! Theater 168 is a smoke-free establishment and does not serve alcohol. Reservations Required: 480-423-0120. For more info go to http:/www.jesterzimprov.com Theater 168 is located at 7117 E. McDowell Rd - Scottsdale, AZ 85257


AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Musical Theatre Auditions Hale Centre Theatre will hold auditions on May 11th for Beauty and the Beast playing July 8 - Aug 29. (Eight week run) The show will be produced by David & Corrin Dietlein, directed and music directed by Tregoney Shepherd. Call backs will be May 13th, with the first read thru on May 18th. Please be prepared to sing 16 bars of music in the style of the show. Accompanist will be provided. Be prepared for dance movement. Auditions will be held at the theater located at 50 West Page Avenue in Gilbert. Auditions are by appointment only. Sign up on our website at http://www.haletheatrearizona.com/ or call 480-497-1181.

Auditions for Reflections of Christ Reflections Media Group is accepting vocal, choral, and instrumental auditions for a new Reflections of Christ project centered around Christ in America. For more information, please go here: www.reflectionsmg.com/Music-Search.php


OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

NEW CD RELEASE Singer/Songwriter, Performer and Actor Kirby Heyborne has new CD out entitled
“The Elm Tree”. This album honors the life and strengths of my mother and others close to me who
have so bravely battled with cancer.” In addition to honoring them with music, Heyborne is donating $1
from every CD to the Hunstman Cancer Foundation for Cancer research. Kirby has produced 3 CD's: “Inside” (2005), “Braver Days” (2006) and a Christmas CD, “Merry White Tree in the Night” (2006). The release of “The Elm Tree” is his fourth and “it's the most compelling and best yet”, says producer Nathan DeVore. “It's very Simon and Garfunkel-ie sounding.” You can read more about it and his current promotion on his website, www.kirbyheyborne.com .


PIANO STUDIO CAMP Blast Off with Piano! Find out if piano is right for your child BEFORE investing in piano lessons. Diane's Piano Studio is now enrolling new students for its Summer Piano Camps! Students attend class Monday - Friday, 45 minutes a day with a Recital on Friday showing off what they learned that week! Students can start as young as 5 yrs old! $65 includes all materials needed for class. Diane's Piano Studio is located off Gilbert/Guadalupe. Teacher; Diane Shephard is trained, degreed & certified. Call (480)858-0258 for more information or visit www.dianespianostudio.com and download a form with detailed information with dates and times!

New CD Release- Local recording artist Michele Baer has just released her 3rd CD, “You’re Worth It All”. This CD is full of songs of hope, like a favorite Carpenter’s tune-‘I Won’t Last a Day without You’ and songs of comfort like ‘Where Can I turn for Peace’. In addition, there are 2 duets with tenor Jordan Bluth and 7 original songs written by Michele with personal inspirational messages. Michele has previously produced 2 CD’s: “Out of the Dust” (2000) and “Never Give Up” (2004). You can listen to samples or order a hard copy CD or download at http://www.positivemusicanddownloads.com/ She also has lyrics and sheet music available at no cost on her website: http://www.michelebaermusic.com/

4 Summer Workshops - LIGHT Entertainment: Summer Workshop 2009 is open to ages 8-12 and all teens. Show A:May 25-29 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by May 15 June 2-6 Tuesday-Saturday Registration and Tuition due by May 22Show B:July 6-10 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by June 26July 20-24 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by July 10. Rehearsals and performance will be held at Starlight Dance Studio in Mesa. Times are 8-noon with a performance at the end of the week at 4 PM. Each June sessions will be the same show. July's sessions will be different from June's show in case you wish to participate each month. Cost per Entertainer is $125 for the week. Registration after the deadlines will be $150. Contact Tim Filicia - E-mail at timfilichia@yahoo.com


Children’s Music Theatre Workshop Performers Inc. Musical Theater Workshop by Erica Sandstrom Soelberg - June 15th - 20th. Children learn selected songs and professional choreography all while building confidence, making friends, and having fun. This year, the production will be High School Musical. Performance on Saturday, June 20th. $65.00 for Junior Performers: ages 4-6 11:00 - 12:00$75.00 for Senior Performers: ages 7-12 12:30 - 3:00 For more info contact Erica at 480-686-9710 or email at performersinc@hotmail.com

VoiceworksAcademy A premier vocal studio in Mesa, will be opening in April 2009. We will offer private and group lessons in voice, piano, and guitar, as well as a variety of classes and performing groups. Our vocal instructors are certified in Speech Level Singing. Summer Broadway and Music Performance classes run all through June and are only $100 -$120 per week. Check out our website at http://www.voiceworksacademy.com/ or call Chrissy @ 480-510-7674 to register for lessons or classes.


Childrens summer camp June 15-19, 1pm-4pm and/or July 13-17, 1pm-4pm: Arts Alive Performing Arts Camp for 3rd -6th graders taught by Janae Thomas and Alicia Morgan in Chandler. Students will explore the world of singing, acting and movement and will perform at the end of each session at the Chandler Public Library Hamilton Branch. Wendy Parr, For more information and a registration form contact Alicia at alibird@q.com or (480)855-3438.

New Performing Group Angels of Paradise, has been building popularity and is made up of three angelic sopranos and one Hungarian pianist. Their literature ranges from (Celtic Women type) folk songs, to pop, to Broadway, to art song, and Opera. The one hour show has been well received and is now booking until the end of June. We are on break July and August. If you know of any venues looking for a top notch group, please call Linda Jaussi at 602-296-4561.

WHOLESOME DANCE COMPANY NEW Ballroom, Latin, Swing class starting!! Every Tues teen-adult Ballroom class. Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Also available -Private dance lessons &Gift Certificates I charge $45/ private lesson and am available Sat morning 9-10 am or 12-1pm. First Wedding dance choreography also available. More info email Dave and Alisha Sell at asell1@cox.net

ReZoN8 Dance JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Dance Class ReZoN8 Junior ballroom class for ages 7-12. Space is limited. Registration fee is $20 and applied to the last month of the session fees. Classes start Saturday, Jan 10th from 1-2pm. Classes will be held on Saturdays 4x a month. Check out our website to see more info:http://www.rez-o-n8dance.blogspot.com/

Interdenominational Choir- If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

Organ Course and info- Website with tons of helps is http://www.organ.byu.edu/ Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at http://www.chamberlinmusic.com/ DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

(To add your name to this database, please email mwbaer@qwest.net )

SHOWS, CLASSES AND A NEW CD!

(New Events are in BOLD ITALICS)
CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

SAT MORNING CHILDREN’S THEATRE -Sleeping Beauty- Hale Theatre- Gilbert
ONGOING- FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS- Jester’Z Improv Theatre- Clean, Fun, Comedy – Scottsdale

AUDITIONS/OPPORTUNITIES

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST- Hale Center Theatre- Gilbert
NEW REFLECTIONS OF CHRIST - Vocal, Choral and Instrumental auditions open NOW.

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

NEW CD RELEASE- “You’re Worth It All” by Michele Baer
4 SUMMER WORKSHOPS- Light Entertainment Company- Tim Filichia- Mesa
CHILDREN’S MUSIC THEATRE WORKSHOP- Performers Inc.- Erica Soelberg -Mesa NEW STUDIO OPENING - Voiceworks Academy- Chrissy Malais- opening in Mesa
CHILDREN’S SUMMER CAMP- Arts Alive Performing Camp Alicia Morgan/Janae Thomas- Chandler
NEW PERFORMING GROUP- Angels of Paradise- Linda Jaussi -available for booking
ONGOING -Wholesome Dance Performance Co. & instruction class for all ages
ONGOING- JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Classes
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

APRIL /MAY MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

Saturday morning Children’s Theatre Sleeping Beauty Continues at Hale Theatre--Only $10 for Saturday shows. SLEEPING BEAUTY still has several more Saturday morning shows at Hale. The show is very funny and the cast is super. Let's keep the childrens theatre program going at Hale. Saturday mornings at 11am. Tickets only $10 for kids. Buy tickets on line at www.haletheatrearizona.com

Jester’Z Improv Family Theatre Comprised of professional actors, comedians, and stand up comics headed up by Jef Rawls, The Jester'Z provides instant comedy - made up on the spot. The Jester'Z know the games, but because the setup comes from the audience every scene is unique, and every show is a memorable experience. Shows are family sensitive - All ages are welcome and there is no swearing or vulgarity. The Jester’Z perform at Theater 168 every Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. All shows are 90 minutes in length with NO intermission. Theater 168 seats 120 and our early shows are typically sold out in advance, so please make your reservations in advance. Walk-ins will be seated based on availability. Candy, popcorn, soda, nachos and water are available at the snack bar. Come on in and enjoy no drink minimum! Theater 168 is a smoke-free establishment and does not serve alcohol. Reservations Required: 480-423-0120. For more info go to http:/www.jesterzimprov.com Theater 168 is located at 7117 E. McDowell Rd - Scottsdale, AZ 85257


AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Musical Theatre Auditions Hale Centre Theatre will hold auditions on May 11th for Beauty and the Beast playing July 8 - Aug 29. (Eight week run) The show will be produced by David & Corrin Dietlein, directed and music directed by Tregoney Shepherd. Call backs will be May 13th, with the first read thru on May 18th. Please be prepared to sing 16 bars of music in the style of the show. Accompanist will be provided. Be prepared for dance movement. Auditions will be held at the theater located at 50 West Page Avenue in Gilbert. Auditions are by appointment only. Sign up on our website at www.haletheatrearizona.com or call 480-497-1181.

Auditions for Reflections of Christ Reflections Media Group is accepting vocal, choral, and instrumental auditions for a new Reflections of Christ project centered around Christ in America. For more information, please go here: http://www.reflectionsmg.com/Music-Search.php


OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

New CD Release- Local recording artist Michele Baer has just released her 3rd CD, “You’re Worth It All”. It is available as a hard copy CD or music download at www.PositiveMusicandDownloads.com
She also has sample mp3s, lyrics and some sheet music available at no cost on her website:
www.MicheleBaerMusic.com Any questions, you can call her at 480.200.5966.

4 Summer Workshops - LIGHT Entertainment: Summer Workshop 2009 is open to ages 8-12 and all teens. Show A:May 25-29 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by May 15 June 2-6 Tuesday-Saturday Registration and Tuition due by May 22Show B:July 6-10 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by June 26July 20-24 Monday-Friday Registration and Tuition due by July 10. Rehearsals and performance will be held at Starlight Dance Studio in Mesa. Times are 8-noon with a performance at the end of the week at 4 PM. Each June sessions will be the same show. July's sessions will be different from June's show in case you wish to participate each month. Cost per Entertainer is $125 for the week. Registration after the deadlines will be $150. Contact Tim Filicia - E-mail at timfilichia@yahoo.com


Children’s Music Theatre Workshop Performers Inc. Musical Theater Workshop by Erica Sandstrom Soelberg - June 15th - 20th. Children learn selected songs and professional choreography all while building confidence, making friends, and having fun. This year, the production will be High School Musical. Performance on Saturday, June 20th. $65.00 for Junior Performers: ages 4-6 11:00 - 12:00$75.00 for Senior Performers: ages 7-12 12:30 - 3:00 For more info contact Erica at 480-686-9710 or email at performersinc@hotmail.com

VoiceworksAcademy A premier vocal studio in Mesa, will be opening in April 2009. We will offer private and group lessons in voice, piano, and guitar, as well as a variety of classes and performing groups. Our vocal instructors are certified in Speech Level Singing. Check out our website at www.voiceworksacademy.com or call Chrissy @ 480-510-7674 to register for lessons or classes.

Childrens summer camp June 15-19, 1pm-4pm and/or July 13-17, 1pm-4pm: Arts Alive Performing Arts Camp for 3rd -6th graders taught by Janae Thomas and Alicia Morgan in Chandler. Students will explore the world of singing, acting and movement and will perform at the end of each session at the Chandler Public Library Hamilton Branch. Wendy Parr, For more information and a registration form contact Alicia at alibird@q.com or (480)855-3438.

New Performing Group Angels of Paradise, has been building popularity and is made up of three angelic sopranos and one Hungarian pianist. Their literature ranges from (Celtic Women type) folk songs, to pop, to Broadway, to art song, and Opera. The one hour show has been well received and is now booking until the end of June. We are on break July and August. If you know of any venues looking for a top notch group, please call Linda Jaussi at 602-296-4561.

WHOLESOME DANCE COMPANY NEW Ballroom, Latin, Swing class starting!! Every Tues teen-adult Ballroom class. Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Also available -Private dance lessons &Gift Certificates I charge $45/ private lesson and am available Sat morning 9-10 am or 12-1pm. First Wedding dance choreography also available. More info email Dave and Alisha Sell at asell1@cox.net

ReZoN8 Dance JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Dance Class ReZoN8 Junior ballroom class for ages 7-12. Space is limited. Registration fee is $20 and applied to the last month of the session fees. Classes start Saturday, Jan 10th from 1-2pm. Classes will be held on Saturdays 4x a month. Check out our website to see more info:WWW.REZ-O-N8DANCE.BLOGSPOT.COM

Interdenominational Choir- If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

Organ Course and info- Website with tons of helps is www.organ.byu.edu Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at www.chamberlinmusic.com DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

(To add your name to this database, please email mwbaer@qwest.net )

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CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS
WED, APRIL 1-SAT, APRIL11- Mesa Easter Pageant- Jesus the Christ- Mesa Arizona Temple Lawn
THURS, APR 2ND - APRIL 4TH- The King and I – Hale Centre Theatre- Gilbert
SAT. APRIL 18TH –Nielson Family Benefit Concert with Brooke White/Jordan Bluth- Gilbert High
THURS, APRIL 23RD - Speech Level Master Class Workshop – Mesa.

AUDITIONS/OPPORTUNITIES

NEW REFLECTIONS OF CHRIST - Vocal, Choral and Instrumental auditions open NOW.

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

NEW STUDIO OPENING- Voiceworks Academy opening in Mesa
CHILDREN’S SUMMER CAMP- Arts Alive Performing Arts Camp – Chandler
NEW PERFORMING GROUP- Angels of Paradise- available for booking
ONGOING -Wholesome Dance Performance Co. & instruction class for all ages
ONGOING- JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Classes
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

APRIL MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

Mesa Easter Pageant April 1–2 and 7-11 at 8pm on the Lawn north of the Mesa Temple Visitor’s Center, 525 E. Main St in Mesa, there will be full English productions of Jesus the Christ with a cast of over 400. FREE ADMISSION. No tickets are required. Chair seats are available as well as some lawn areas for blankets. The Spanish performances are on April 3-4 with FREE ADMISSION as well. Feel free to invite all friend to this inspiring and wonderful production! Questions call 480.964.7164.

Classic Family Musical HaleTheatre presents “The King and I”, a classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical! starring Cambrian James as the King, Alaina Beauloye as Anna, Jenn Toon as Lady Thiang.
April 2nd thru April 4th –Thurs- Saturday at 7:30pm with Sat matinees.at 3pm. (There have been 2 Wednesday performances added -March 21st & April 1st at 7:30pm.) Hale Centre Theatre is off Gilbert Rd. just south of Guadalupe-50 W. Page. Tickets are $22-$24 and are available online at www.HaleTheatreArizona.com or call the box office at 480-497-1181

Nielson Family Hope Benefit Concert - Sat, April 18th at 7pm at Gilbert High School, there will be a benefit concert for Christian and Stephanie Nielson,the husband and wife that were seriously burned in an airplane crash. This will be a fabulous concert featuring Brooke White (American Idol), Jordan Bluth and other wonderful local talent, including Kirsten Milsap, Justin Williams, Debbie Coon, Freddie Ashby, Michele Baer, Aaron Ballard, Dal Albretsen, Roberts Sisters, Richelle Talbot, Tom Chamberlain, Erica Soelberg Dance group, Allyssa Evans and the Jeremy Millar Dance Co. Tickets are $12 at Deseret or Pioneer Bookstore. For more info contact Linda Petersen - 234-1871 or Debbie Coon - 236-3151.

Speech Level Singing Master Class: Technique and Application to Song Workshop Master Speech Level Singing Instructor from New York, will be teaching a workshop on Thursday, April 23, 2009, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Voiceworks Academy. The location is 3635 E. Inverness Avenue, Suite 101, Mesa, AZ 85206. Register online at: www.regonline.com/sls-southwest3 . For more info contact Chrissy @480-510-7674 or email chrissy@voiceworksacademy.com .

AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Auditions for Reflections of Christ Reflections Media Group is accepting vocal, choral, and instrumental auditions for a new Reflections of Christ project centered around Christ in America. For more information, please go here: http://www.reflectionsmg.com/Music-Search.php

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

Voiceworks Academya premier vocal studio in Mesa, will be opening in April 2009. We will offer private and group lessons in voice, piano, and guitar, as well as a variety of classes and performing groups. Our vocal instructors are certified in Speech Level Singing. Check out our website at www.voiceworksacademy.com or call Chrissy @ 480-510-7674 to register for lessons or classes.

Childrens summer camp June 15-19, 1pm-4pm and/or July 13-17, 1pm-4pm: Arts Alive Performing Arts Camp for 3rd -6th graders taught by Janae Thomas and Alicia Morgan in Chandler. Students will explore the world of singing, acting and movement and will perform at the end of each session at the Chandler Public Library Hamilton Branch. Wendy Parr, For more information and a registration form contact Alicia at alibird@q.com or (480)855-3438.

New Performing Group Angels of Paradise, has been building popularity and is made up of three angelic sopranos and one Hungarian pianist. Their literature ranges from (Celtic Women type) folk songs, to pop, to Broadway, to art song, and Opera. The one hour show has been well received and is now booking until the end of June. We are on break July and August. If you know of any venues looking for a top notch group, please call Linda Jaussi at 602-296-4561.

WHOLESOME DANCE COMPANY NEW Ballroom, Latin, Swing class starting!! Every Tues teen-adult Ballroom class. Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Also available -Private dance lessons &Gift Certificates I charge $45/ private lesson and am available Sat morning 9-10 am or 12-1pm. First Wedding dance choreography also available. More info email Dave and Alisha Sell at asell1@cox.net

ReZoN8 Dance JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Dance Class ReZoN8 Junior ballroom class for ages 7-12. Space is limited. Registration fee is $20 and applied to the last month of the session fees. Classes start Saturday, Jan 10th from 1-2pm. Classes will be held on Saturdays 4x a month. Check out our website to see more info:WWW.REZ-O-N8DANCE.BLOGSPOT.COM

Interdenominational Choir- If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

Organ Course and info- Website with tons of helps is www.organ.byu.edu Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at www.chamberlinmusic.com DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

(To add your name to this database, please email mwbaer@qwest.net )

GREAT SHOWS AND CLASSES COMING ! READ ON

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

THURS, FEB 26TH- APRIL 4TH- The King and I – Hale Centre Theatre- Gilbert
WED, APRIL 1-SAT, APRIL11- Mesa Easter Pageant- Jesus the Christ- Mesa Arizona Temple Lawn
SAT. APRIL 18TH –Nielson Family Benefit Concert with Brooke White/Jordan Bluth- Gilbert High
THURS, APRIL 23RD - Speech Level Master Class Workshop – Mesa.

AUDITIONS/OPPORTUNITIES

NEW REFLECTIONS OF CHRIST - Vocal, Choral and Instrumental auditions open NOW.

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

NEW STUDIO OPENING- Voiceworks Academy opening in Mesa
CHILDREN’S SUMMER CAMP- Arts Alive Performing Arts Camp – Chandler
NEW PERFORMING GROUP- Angels of Paradise- available for booking
ONGOING–Wholesome Dance Performance Co. & instruction class for all ages
ONGOING- JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Classes
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

MARCH/APRIL MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

Classic Family Musical HaleTheatre presents “The King and I”, a classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical! starring Cambrian James as the King, Alaina Beauloye as Anna, Jenn Toon as Lady Thiang.
Feb. 26th thru April 4th –Thurs- Saturday at 7:30pm with Sat matinees.at 3pm. (There have been 2 Wednesday performances added -March 21st & April 1st at 7:30pm.) Hale Centre Theatre is off Gilbert Rd. just south of Guadalupe-50 W. Page. Tickets are $22-$24 and are available online at www.HaleTheatreArizona.com or call the box office at 480-497-1181

Mesa Easter Pageant April 1–2 and 7-11 at 8pm on the Lawn north of the Mesa Temple Visitor’s Center there will be full English production of Jesus the Christ with a cast of over 400. FREE ADMISSION. No tickets are required. Chair seats are available as well as some lawn areas for blankets. The Spanish performances are on April 3-4 with FREE ADMISSION as well. Feel free to invite all friend to this inspiring and wonderful production!

Nielson Family Hope Benefit Concert - Sat, April 18th at 7pm at Gilbert High School, there will be a benefit concert for Christian and Stephanie Nielson,the husband and wife that were seriously burned in an airplane crash. This will be a fabulous concert featuring Brooke White (American Idol), Jordan Bluth and other wonderful local talent, including Kirsten Milsap, Justin Williams, Debbie Coon, Freddie Ashby, Michele Baer, Aaron Ballard, Dal Albretsen, Roberts Sisters, Richelle Talbot, Tom Chamberlain, Erica Soelberg Dance group, Allyssa Evans and the Jeremy Millar Dance Co. Tickets are $12 at Deseret or Pioneer Bookstore. For more info contact Linda Petersen - 234-1871 or Debbie Coon - 236-3151.

Speech Level Singing Master Class: Technique and Application to Song Workshop Master Speech Level Singing Instructor from New York, will be teaching a workshop on Thursday, April 23, 2009, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Voiceworks Academy. The location is 3635 E. Inverness Avenue, Suite 101, Mesa, AZ 85206. Register online at: www.regonline.com/sls-southwest3 . For more info contact Chrissy @480-510-7674 or email chrissy@voiceworksacademy.com .


AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Auditions for Reflections of Christ - Reflections Media Group is accepting vocal, choral, and instrumental auditions for a new Reflections of Christ project centered around Christ in America. For more information, please go here: http://www.reflectionsmg.com/Music-Search.php

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

Voiceworks Academya premier vocal studio in Mesa, will be opening in April 2009. We will offer private and group lessons in voice, piano, and guitar, as well as a variety of classes and performing groups. Our vocal instructors are certified in Speech Level Singing. Check out our website at www.voiceworksacademy.com or call Chrissy @ 480-510-7674 to register for lessons or classes.


Childrens summer camp June 15-19, 1pm-4pm and/or July 13-17, 1pm-4pm: Arts Alive Performing Arts Camp for 3rd -6th graders taught by Janae Thomas and Alicia Morgan in Chandler. Students will explore the world of singing, acting and movement and will perform at the end of each session at the Chandler Public Library Hamilton Branch. Wendy Parr, For more information and a registration form contact Alicia at alibird@q.com or (480)855-3438.

New Performing Group Angels of Paradise, has been building popularity and is made up of three angelic sopranos and one Hungarian pianist. Their literature ranges from (Celtic Women type) folk songs, to pop, to Broadway, to art song, and Opera. The one hour show has been well received and is now booking until the end of June. We are on break July and August. If you know of any venues looking for a top notch group, please call Linda Jaussi at 602-296-4561.

WHOLESOME DANCE COMPANY NEW Ballroom, Latin, Swing class starting!! Starting Jan 6th from 8-9 pm every Tues teen-adult Ballroom class. In this class we will focus on basics, technique, and learn little combinations so you can know how to dance on your own when you go dancing. $40 a month. $40 is the discounted rate that goes up to $50 after the 15th of the month. NO partner necessary.Location: Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Singles and marrieds welcome!New Ballroom performance team info: Tryouts for team on Jan 8th from 8:15-9:30pm at the Dance Barn.You don't have to have dance background to be on team but we are looking for people with POSITIVE, easy going, flexible, and team building attitudes AND natural dance rhythm. Space is limited now so if you don't make team, you will be asked to take the dance class and when spaces open up on team, we will pull new members from that class to fill those spaces. -We will have numbers assigned to each dancer and then results with numbers posted on the blog the following day. This age range of this team is from teens-young marrieds. TEAM will meet at the Dance Barn, 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa. Thur 8:15-9:30 pm on Thur and 10-noon on Sat. Team is $60 a month Also available -Private dance lessons &Gift Certificates I charge $45/ private lesson and am available Sat morning 9-10 am or 12-1pm. First Wedding dance choreography also available. More info email Dave and Alisha Sell at asell1@cox.net

ReZoN8 Dance JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Dance Class ReZoN8 Junior ballroom class for ages 7-12. Space is limited. Registration fee is $20 and applied to the last month of the session fees. Classes start Saturday, Jan 10th from 1-2pm. Classes will be held on Saturdays 4x a month. Monthly dues would be at a discounted rate of $40 a month if paid before the 15th of the month and will raise to $50 if paid after. A per session $35 costume maintenance fee is required at the beginning of each session. We have fall, winter, and summer sessions. Please email rezon8dance@gmail.com with any further questions. $5 discount per family for each additional child. Class is currently located at The Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Check out our website to see more info:
WWW.REZ-O-N8DANCE.BLOGSPOT.COM


Interdenominational Choir- If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

Organ Course and info- Website with tons of helps is www.organ.byu.edu Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at www.chamberlinmusic.com DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

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CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

FRI, MAR 6th ---SAT MAR 7TH –Showstoppers - LIGHT Entertainment Co.-Desert Ridge H.S.- Mesa
FRI, MAR 6TH, -– Cowboy show- East Valley Institute of Technology- Mesa
THURS, FEB 26TH- APRIL 4TH- The King and I – Hale Centre Theatre- Gilbert

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

ONGOING–Wholesome Dance Performance Co. & instruction class for all ages
ONGOING- JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Classes
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

MARCH MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

H igh Quality Variety Show LIGHT Entertainment Company presents ShowStoppers 2009 - Polyester 'n Rhythm, a song and dance variety show featuring talented youth from seven local high schools. This group took 2nd place at a competition in Branson, MO last year and is trying to earn money to compete in Chicago at the end of March.. Showtimes are Friday Mar 6 at 7PM and Sat. Mar 7 at 6PM at Desert Ridge High School Auditorium (on Crismon between Baseline and Guadalupe). Matinee Saturday afternoon at 2PM. INCREDIBLE DISCOUNT Tickets call Corey at 480.200.5969 TODAY!

Cowboy Buffet Dinner & Benefit Show Friday, March 6-"The Greatest Funniest, Bestest Cowboy Show Around!" Internationally acclaimed singing cowboys "Pioneer Pepper and the Sunset Pioneers"Sponsored and held at EVIT 1601 W. Main Street Mesa. Tickets available at Pioneer Book 832-8433. For more details, Call Margaret 480-643-0358,

Classic Family Musical Hale Theatre presents “The King and I”, a classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical! starring Cambrian James as the King, Alaina Beauloye as Anna, Jenn Toon as Lady Thiang.
Feb. 26th thru April 4th –Thurs- Saturday at 7:30pm with Sat matinees.at 3pm. (There have been 2 Wednesday performances added -March 21st & April 1st at 7:30pm.) Hale Centre Theatre is off Gilbert Rd. just south of Guadalupe-50 W. Page. Tickets are $22-$24 and are available online at www.HaleTheatreArizona.com or call the box office at 480-497-1181

AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES


OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

WHOLESOME DANCE COMPANY NEW Ballroom, Latin, Swing class starting!! Starting Jan 6th from 8-9 pm every Tues teen-adult Ballroom class. In this class we will focus on basics, technique, and learn little combinations so you can know how to dance on your own when you go dancing. $40 a month. $40 is the discounted rate that goes up to $50 after the 15th of the month. NO partner necessary.Location: Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Singles and marrieds welcome!New Ballroom performance team info: Tryouts for team on Jan 8th from 8:15-9:30pm at the Dance Barn.You don't have to have dance background to be on team but we are looking for people with POSITIVE, easy going, flexible, and team building attitudes AND natural dance rhythm. Space is limited now so if you don't make team, you will be asked to take the dance class and when spaces open up on team, we will pull new members from that class to fill those spaces. -We will have numbers assigned to each dancer and then results with numbers posted on the blog the following day. This age range of this team is from teens-young marrieds. TEAM will meet at the Dance Barn, 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa. Thur 8:15-9:30 pm on Thur and 10-noon on Sat. Team is $60 a month Also available -Private dance lessons &Gift Certificates I charge $45/ private lesson and am available Sat morning 9-10 am or 12-1pm. First Wedding dance choreography also available. More info email Dave and Alisha Sell at asell1@cox.net

ReZoN8 Dance JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Dance Class ReZoN8 Junior ballroom class for ages 7-12. Space is limited. Registration fee is $20 and applied to the last month of the session fees. Classes start Saturday, Jan 10th from 1-2pm. Classes will be held on Saturdays 4x a month. Monthly dues would be at a discounted rate of $40 a month if paid before the 15th of the month and will raise to $50 if paid after. A per session $35 costume maintenance fee is required at the beginning of each session. We have fall, winter, and summer sessions. Please email rezon8dance@gmail.com with any further questions. $5 discount per family for each additional child. Class is currently located at The Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Check out our website to see more info:
WWW.REZ-O-N8DANCE.BLOGSPOT.COM


Interdenominational Choir- If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

Organ Course and info- Website with tons of helps is www.organ.byu.edu Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at www.chamberlinmusic.com DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

(To add your name to this database, please email mwbaer@qwest.net

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CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS
FRIDAY/SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13-14TH – Valentine Feast- Mesa Riverview Mall- Mesa
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 19TH- APRIL 4TH- The King and I – Hale Centre Theatre- Gilbert
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST - 7 PM – Benefit Variety Show- Higley Center for the Arts- Gilbert
FRIDAY, MARCH 6TH, - 7PM – Cowboy show- East Valley Institute of Technology- Mesa

AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
AUDITIONS- Somewhere, The Musical - Go to website below for more details

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
ONGOING–Wholesome Ballroom Dance Performance Co. & instruction class for all ages
ONGOING- JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Dance Class
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

FEBRUARY MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

Musical Valentine Feast Resonance Vocal Ensemble will be presenting a Valentine's Feast on February 13 and 14 at the Mesa Riverview Mall. Enjoy a catered dinner, a half-hour concert of romantic favorites, even have singing choir members deliver a dozen roses to your date or take in a movie at the Cinemark 16 afterward. For best prices and availability, purchase tickets online. See http://www.resonanceve.com/ or contact Lorri McHardy at lmchardy@yahoo.com

Classic Family Musical Hale Theatre presents “The King and I”, a classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical! starring Cambrian James as the King, Alaina Beauloye as Anna, Jenn Toon as Lady Thiang.
Feb. 19th thru April 4th –Thurs- Saturday at 7:30pm with Sat matinees.at 3pm. (There have been 2 Wednesday performances added -March 21st & April 1st at 7:30pm.) Hale Centre Theatre is off Gilbert Rd. just south of Guadalupe-50 W. Page. Tickets are $22-$24 and are available online at http://www.blogger.com/www.HaleTheatreArizona.com or call the box office at 480-497-1181

Family Show for All ages, Sat., Feb. 21-"You've Gotta Have Heart"-Benefit Variety Show For Christian and Stephanie Nielsen featuring Higher Ground Dance Group and Light Entertainment Group. Held at Gilbert's "Higley Center for the Performing Arts" Tickets are $8 or $6 for a group of 10 or more. For Tickets contact Pioneer Book 832-8433 or http://www.higleyarts.org/ or Margaret Manning at 480-643-0358.

Cowboy Buffet Dinner & Benefit Show Friday, March 6-"The Greatest Funniest, Bestest Cowboy Show Around!" Internationally acclaimed singing cowboys "Pioneer Pepper and the Sunset Pioneers"Sponsored and held at EVIT 1601 W. Main Street Mesa. Tickets available at Pioneer Book 832-8433. For more details, Call Margaret 480-643-0358

AUDITIONS/PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Auditions announced for "SOMEWHERE",The NEW Romantic Musical is coming to the Mesa Arts Center in August, 2009 Set in 1948 Utah against the backdrop of post World War II America , Somewhere is a quick-paced and intricately-woven fantasy with unexpected plot twists and turns. It skillfully blends the elements that make for top-quality entertainment… drama, comedy, suspense, intrigue and – of course – romance. ! Needed: talented young adults and mature adults for various leading and supporting roles as actors and actresses who can also sing and dance. For more information and to register to audition, go to http://www.somewherethemusical.com/ .

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

WHOLESOME DANCE COMPANY NEW Ballroom, Latin, Swing class starting!! Starting Jan 6th from 8-9 pm every Tues teen-adult Ballroom class. In this class we will focus on basics, technique, and learn little combinations so you can know how to dance on your own when you go dancing. $40 a month. $40 is the discounted rate that goes up to $50 after the 15th of the month. NO partner necessary.Location: Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Singles and marrieds welcome!New Ballroom performance team info: Tryouts for team on Jan 8th from 8:15-9:30pm at the Dance Barn.You don't have to have dance background to be on team but we are looking for people with POSITIVE, easy going, flexible, and team building attitudes AND natural dance rhythm. Space is limited now so if you don't make team, you will be asked to take the dance class and when spaces open up on team, we will pull new members from that class to fill those spaces. -We will have numbers assigned to each dancer and then results with numbers posted on the blog the following day. This age range of this team is from teens-young marrieds. TEAM will meet at the Dance Barn, 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa. Thur 8:15-9:30 pm on Thur and 10-noon on Sat. Team is $60 a month Also available -Private dance lessons &Gift Certificates I charge $45/ private lesson and am available Sat morning 9-10 am or 12-1pm. First Wedding dance choreography also available. More info email Dave and Alisha Sell at asell1@cox.net

ReZoN8 Dance JUNIOR Swing and Ballroom Dance Class ReZoN8 Junior ballroom class for ages 7-12. Space is limited. Registration fee is $20 and applied to the last month of the session fees. Classes start Saturday, Jan 10th from 1-2pm. Classes will be held on Saturdays 4x a month. Monthly dues would be at a discounted rate of $40 a month if paid before the 15th of the month and will raise to $50 if paid after. A per session $35 costume maintenance fee is required at the beginning of each session. We have fall, winter, and summer sessions. Please email rezon8dance@gmail.com with any further questions. $5 discount per family for each additional child. Class is currently located at The Dance Barn at 2956 E Backus Rd Mesa, AZ 85213. Check out our website to see more info:
http://www.rez-o-n8dance.blogspot.com/


Interdenominational Choir- If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

Organ Course and info- Website with tons of helps is http://www.organ.byu.edu/ Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at http://www.chamberlinmusic.com/ DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.

(To add your name to this database, please email mwbaer@qwest.net)

December Newsletter

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS
EVERY EVENING IN DECEMBER- Temple Lights Concerts- South side of Visitors Center- Mesa Temple
DECEMBER 14TH – Christmas Concert- Gilbert Greenfield Stake- Gilbert
DECEMBER 14TH – Sing Along Messiah – Citrus Heights Stake- Mesa
DECEMBER 21ST - Sing Along Messiah – Gilbert/Boulder/Val Vista Stakes- Gilbert
DECEMBER 22-23RD – Forgotten Carols – Orpheum Theater- Phoenix

AUDITIONS & PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
MONTH OF DECEMBER- Musicians needed -provide Christmas music at Downtown Mesa Post Office
NOW THROUGH DEC 15TH – Signups for Ireland Choir Tour

OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
ONGOING- Christmas Performing Group- Angels of Paradise – Paradise Valley
ONGOING – Book, CD and DVD Release- “Reflections of Christ”
ONGOING –DVD’s on Stage Presence - Alex Boye
ONGOING– Wholesome, High School &up-Dance Company RezoN8 Dance- Mesa
ONGOING- Interfaith Choir- 8pm- Kimball Stake Center- Mesa
ONGOING- Organ Courses and books online for church organists

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER MUSIC AND ARTS EVENTS IN THE VALLEY-detailed below

CONCERTS/SHOWS/EVENTS

Christmas concerts- Don’t forget every evening in December at 7pm on the south side of the Visitor Center at the LDS Temple there is a wonderful ½ hour program. Dress warm as it can get chilly sitting there. You will enjoy the spirit and the light display too. On Main St. just East of Mesa Dr.

Christmas Concert- Sunday, December 14th at 6 & 8 pm the Gilbert Greenfield Stake will have their Annual Christmas Concert featuring Choir, Soloists, Orchestra and the Sonoran Brass Quintet. Come early for seats and bring a neighbor to 2740 S. Lindsay Rd. in Gilbert.

Sing Along Messiah- Sunday, December 14th at 7pm, the Citrus Heights Stake will host a sing along Messiah with Choir and Orchestra. Messiah Music will be available but bring your own score if you have one. Questions call Linda Petersen, (480) 827-8088. The address is 2549 North 32nd Street in Mesa.

Sing Along Messiah- Sunday, December 21st at 7:30 pm, the Gilbert, Boulder Creek and Val Vista Stakes will host a sing along Messiah with Choir and Orchestra. Messiah Music will be available but bring your own score if you have one. Location is the building at 1005 N Voyager Dr, Gilbert.

Forgotten Carols The Forgotten Carols starring Michael McLean and Jordan Bluth is coming back to Phoenix at the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23.You can click here for tickets or go to the link below for tickets and information. This year’s cast is amazing! http://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/1260970/?search_redirect=the%20forgotten%20carols&tm_link=tm_header_search


AUDITIONS

Christmas music at the Post Office- Vocalists, dancers, ensembles, duets. trios, quartets, pianists, piano/flute, a cappella groups, school or children's groups, violin/piano, harpists, guitar/singer(s) and jazz ensembles;You are all invited to perform during the Christmas season to bring a little cheer to the folks waiting in long lines at the downtown Mesa Post office on Center St. between 1st St and University. You can perform for 30 minutes or up to 2 hours. Just contact Linda Hartmann at 480-844-9328 or lindahartmann at mac dot com .This is a great opportunity for community service.

Choir Tour Noteable ? Travel, LLC, is proud to announce our upcoming tour for July 2009: IRELAND, under the direction of Dr. Cory Evans. Dr. Evans is a wonderful addition to our program, and we know this tour will be immensely successful.The tour will start on July 9, 2009, and will last 10 days, traveling through Dublin, Waterford, Blarney, Killarney, Dingle and Limerick. Members of the group will have the option to extend their tour an additional three days to Galway, under our direction. group will be capped at approximately 48 travelers, including non-singers.30 of the participants must be vocalists, this allows for a maximum of 18 non-singers to register. Registrants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is now open and will close December 15. Questions: call Kameron Bybee at Noteable ? Travel 480.648.7607 kameron at noteabletravel dot com She can send you an email with details.


OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

Women’s Trio Christmas show Angels of Paradise, a women's trio, have a tremondous Christmas show of original and arranged songs for anyone interested. They are in their 2nd season in Paradise Valley and now booking for large or small events for this Christmas Season. Interested persons may contact Linda at wwwlhansen6 at cox dot net and put Christmas show in subject, or call 602-269-4561.

New Book, CD and DVD Release- The “Reflections of Christ” exhibit. with Photography by Mark Mabry, started here at the Mesa Visitor's Center and is now traveling across the country (Washington DC Visitors Center, Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake, Idaho, Canada, Utah, California, and more.) On October 25, Deseret Book released three new products from Reflections of Christ: 1) A book containing all of the photography from the exhibit, 2) A 12 track CD of the music produced by Jason Barney for the exhibit (featuring Clyde Bawden, Freddie Ashby, Alex Boye, Catherine Papworth, Melynda Brimhall, the Alston Sisters, Brandon Brown, Hope Shepherd, and a great local choir), and 3) A DVD containing a slide show of the images to "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" and a documentary of the making of Reflections of Christ. Now available at www.DeseretBook.com

Musical Stage Presence DVD- Alex Boye has a set of DVD's on stage presence now available at
http://www.stagepresencelive.com or you can go to his website http://www.alexboye.com

WHOLESOME DANCE COMPANY RezoN8 Dance: Interested in a Rezon8 Dance JR? I've had several requests to start a younger kids group/class (ages 7-14). Please email me if interested and if interest is big enough to start one, we will start it ASAP (See website below to see what we do). RezoN8 Dance is a fun and clean youth group (ages 15-30) of beginner to intermediate dancers. We learn choreographed formation routines of Latin, tango, waltz, swing, comedy, lifts, hip hop, theatrical, etc and perform them at community, business, charity, and church (ward and stake) events. We can also teach group dance instruction at events. We have summer, fall and winter sessions. New members are welcome to come and try us out at the beginning of those sessions. Currently the team meets every thurs 7:30-9:30 pm at Jazzercise of Mesa (Brown and Greenfield on McClellan) and every Sat 9am-noon at The Dance Barn at Mckellips and Lindsay. With questions about joining team, or if you'd like to have us at your next event contact Alisha at rezon8dance at gmail dot com or check us out at http://rez-o-n8dance.blogspot.com. Next session starts after New Yrs Break (we still have 4 spots available for this session).

Interdenominational Choir- If you would like to join the ‘Voices of Peace’ choir directed by Holly Ashby, they meet Every Sunday 8pm at the Kimball Stake Center , 32nd Street and Southern in Mesa. Maybe bring a friend of another faith with you.

Organ Course and info- Website with tons of helps is www.organ.byu.edu Don Cook from BYU has a 12-lesson course if you go to the links. Chamberlin Music Enterprises has great books at www.chamberlinmusic.com DeeAnn Stone of Provo has a website: www.geocities.com/ddstone48/contents.htm with much information. Learn or improve your organ skills for current or future church service.