Music Society is an association of performing groups that provide
entertainment that is exciting, fun and leaves you with goose bumps!

Community participation has been the lifeblood of Music Society for over 55 years, producing an exciting variety of programs including Broadway musicals, popular choral works, classic jazz and dance.

Music Society also presents guest artists and dance companies, providing their volunteers the opportunity to work with professionals in the music world.

Music Society sponsors the following:

•	Music Theatre: a large group of dedicated singers, actors and technical theatre volunteers who participate on a show-by-show basis through audition or by expressing interest in tech crew.
•	The Youth Honors Choral Program: The YHC Program is a year-long commitment for grades 3 through 8, with rehearsals once a week and multiple performance opportunities. Partial to full scholarships are available. Check for auditions.
•	Adult ensembles include: Men of Music, Midland Camerata Singers and Chorale, performing throughout the community.

Through these and other programs, Music Society provides endless opportunities for singers, dancers, actors and stagehands.

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MISSION AND VISION
Music Society of Midland Center for the Arts is a premier, volunteer musical arts organization serving mid-Michigan. It provides volunteers and audiences with exciting, quality musical events, utilizing professionals to educate and develop its talented, community-based participants.

Our vision is that the Music Society consistently provides participants and audiences with "goosebumps." We offer ample opportunities for artistic expression and development through our musical theatre offerings, collaborations with other MCFTA groups and community groups, and a full array of choral ensembles for children and adults.

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AWARDS
Each year, Music Society recognizes performance and volunteer excellence through multiple awards.

Music Theatre awards are nominated and voted on by a select group of qualified volunteers in performing categories. Volunteer participants also select one of their peers to be recognized for excellence in volunteer contribution.

	2008-09 Season Music Theatre Award Recipients
•	Best Performance in a Lead Role: Tom Lowrey of Midland as Scrooge in Scrooge the Musical
•	Best Performance in a Supporting Role: Paul Viele of Midland as Roscoe Dexter in Singin' in the Rain.
•	Best Performance in an Ensemble Role: Molly Drlik of Midland in Singin' in the Rain.
•	Most Dedicated Volunteers: Sonja Roden of Midland for Singin' in the Rain Adam Gardner of Auburn for Scrooge the Musical

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The Jo Harrigan Award is an award given to a volunteer who has exhibited long-term dedication and participation in many aspects and areas to further the mission and vision of Music Society. Informal letters of commendation are accepted by anyone for the community who wishes to recommend someone for this award. Learn more... (Download a nomination form - pdf 52 KB)

	2009 Jo Harrigan Award Recipient
	John McPeak of Midland for long-term dedication and participation in many capacities with Music Society, including musical theatre, choir and administration.
	Past Recipients: 2008 - Joe Mattler of Midland 2007 - David C. Smith of Midland 2006 - Jack Redmon of Midland 2005 - Betty Eynon of Midland 2004 - Jim Brooks of Midland 2003 - Luman Bliss of Midland

Scholarships are available for Youth Honors Choral Program. Once a child has been accepted into a choir, a parent or guardian simply submits a letter describing the financial need and requests either a full or partial scholarship for the annual fees. Scholarships may also be requested for the adult choirs' annual dues.

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STAFF DIRECTORY

• Jim Hohmeyer, Choral Director: 989-631-5930 ext. 1605
• Kristen Lences, Technical Manager: 989-631-5930 ext. 1607
• Amy Behrens, Operations Manager: 989-631-5930 ext. 1702
• Emily Anderson, Communications Coordinator : 989-631-5930 ext. 1270
• Jamie Ware, Stage Manager & Choral Programs Assistant : 989-631-5930 ext. 1601

MUSIC SOCIETY ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS - 2008-09

Chair Vice Chair Recorder Members-at-Large

Jerry French Dave Smith Dan Tempas Erin Brooks Sheree Clark-Lovell Dana Fey Kathy Fothergill Michelle Goeddeke David Kurtis

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James Hohmeyer, Choral Director

Music Society’s on a roll, attracting terrific talent from all over the region and sending audience members home humming. We’re having a great time creating first-rate experiences for music lovers of all ages, using the finest talent our region has to offer, and we always strive to make your next experience even better than the last.

Selecting shows that could top the 07-08 season has been an exciting challenge, and with the 08-09 lineup we’ve done just that! Join us by the Early Bird deadline for the best deal of the year, and enjoy yet another terrific Music Society season at your Center for the Arts in Midland!

James Hohmeyer, Choral Director

About James Hohmeyer

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