AFM Minutes
All about recent meetings of the Amador Friends of Music, the parent organization for our Band and Color Guard.

General Membership Meeting, January 19, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:40 PM by Cindy Gehl.

Director’s Report – Jon Grantham
Jazz bands:: Jazz @ CMEA festival on 1/21 (this Friday) and at Folsom on 1/28 and 1/29. Itinerary to come by weeks end for Folsom. Congratulations to John Palowitch, freshman alto saxophone on making IAJE/CBDA All-State Jazz.

Concert groups: Congratulations to Robyn Lee (junior clarinet), Emily Joseph (senior trombone), Tiffany Shih (junior flute), Brian Shih (freshman clarinet) and Sarah Andersson (freshman clarinet) on earning spots in the All-Northern Honors Band. The concert was held this past Sunday in Stockton. Also congratulations to Robyn Lee for making CBDA All-State honors band. Upcoming events for the concert groups-wind ensemble and wind symphony will be performing with the Harvest Park Wind Ensemble on Monday March 21 in the Amador Theater. CMEA band festival is being hosted by Amador Valley at CSUH April 22-23. The wind ensemble has once again been invited to perform at the Fresno State Concert Band Invitational on April 29. Congratulations also to the wind ensemble on being invited to perform at the UOP Concert Band Festival on April 16 (though unable to attend due to junior prom).

Winterguard/winter percussion: First show this Saturday for all three winterguards in Morgan Hill at Live Oak High School. First winter percussion contest is February 5 in Modesto. Also the Amador home show is February 5th. Come support the guards by volunteering at the show and/or enjoying the great performances by 32 great guards from all over California.

President’s Report - Cindy Gehl
Cindy talked about how well the London trip went, how much the students enjoyed themselves and that the only real complain was about the food one day.

Cindy said it is time to start thinking about nominations for the 2005/2006 AFM Board. The nominating committee, which needs to consist of at least 3 people, will be elected at next months meeting.

Cindy reminded everyone that even though marching season is over, there’s still much to do. She urged everyone to stay involved and stay active.

Cindy also reminded everyone who has not done so, to get their Winter/Spring fees paid.

Treasurer’s Report – Bert Still
Bert said that he has a need for one or more assistant treasurers. There is a lot more work involved this year with the IRS due to the income from the London trip and he needs assistance. In addition, it would be good to start training someone now that might be able to take over next year.

Bert explained that we did not take in any money in December, but spent approximately $19,500. He urged everyone to pay their Winter/Spring fees as there is only a $4,500 carryover for Spring and we are relying on the fees to keep the program afloat.


Fundraising Report –Angela Adkins
Ginelle Dowdy and Angela talked about the upcoming Winterguard show. Ginelle has a volunteer sign up sheet and asked for volunteers. She needs a few men to help coordinate the parking lot. She asked for paper for copying and copying services, and the Asbury’s said they would take care of all of it for her. She also suggested that someone could buy a trophy and it could be given in their name. If you can help, please contact Ginelle. She also reminded everyone that the proceeds go to the General Fund.

Plans for the Spring Fundraiser on April 9 are progressing. Angela has 6 committees in place and 4 chairs. She has scheduled a parent meeting for Jan 26 at 7:00.
She reported that the band now has permission to play at the event and is hoping to have students playing in the lobby, during dinner, and for dancing. She asked if anyone knows a local celebrity that might want to MC part of the event.

Other:
Jeannette Ford talked about the Winter Percussion show this year and reminded all parents that there is a mandatory meeting on Monday at 8:00PM in the teachers lounge. She also thanked Kim Portman for all her help.

Updated: January 22, 2005