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Don't forget to join us !

--Tuesday night at 6:00 p.m. for the Instrumental and Band Holiday Concert in the PAC.

--Thursday night at 6:00 p.m. for the Choir Holiday Concert in the PAC.

See you then!

For your Musical Monday!

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Music News!!! - - R. Roger Rowe School will expand its popular vocal music program to include a boys-only choir which will incorporate voice sessions, ensemble development, and a capella repertoire lead by Royce Ferguson. Vocal sessions will be offered once a week on Tuesday mornings, 7:00 a.m.–7:50 a.m. in Room 702, starting September 13th.

If your son is interested in participating in the boys choir, please email Sandi Nissel at [email protected] with your son's name and the grade level he will be starting on August 29th.

Here is some information about Royce Ferguson:

Royce Ferguson is an acclaimed vocal music clinician and coach. A San Diego native, Royce has been active in the Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) for nearly 30 years. He is an International Quartet Champion on Tenor (Revival, 1998) as well as an International gold medal chorus director (Westminster, 2007) Westminster Chorus – Gold Medal Performance

He is in high demand as a vocal production clinician – often traveling around the world in this role. He has lead numerous youth choral and educational events and has taught advanced vocal and directing techniques courses at the BHS Harmony University. He is a certified trainer for the Chorus Director Workshop Intensive (CDWI) program in the US and Canada and is the current director of Chorus Director Development for the Far Western District (BHS).

Royce studied Jazz Performance/Choral Conducting at San Diego State University where he founded a capella ensemble, Royce’s Voices. In August, 2015, this group was selected to participate in an a capella master class with Deke Sharon – (Pitch Perfect, the Sing-Off). Royce is also director of music for the Pacific Coast Harmony men’s chorus, based in La Jolla, CA.

Royce currently lives in Chula Vista, CA and is thrilled to participate in the development of the R. Roger Rowe School’s compelling new choral programs.

“What an exciting opportunity for your child to experience the joy of singing and performing with their peers. These sessions will develop core vocal production and musical skills, team-building, leadership, and confidence in a fun and productive group atmosphere. No prior musical knowledge / experience is required. This really is the perfect choice to introduce your 4th – 8th grader to the wonderful world of vocal music and a lifetime of singing enjoyment. We fully expect this unique course to fill up very quickly. Be sure to sign-up today!”

– Royce Ferguson

It's that time again! Join us September 6th in the PAC for Band night where you and your child can meet our Band Directors, and preview instruments!

Don't forget tomorrow is the Year End MUSE Lunch for our hard working MUSE kids! We could use some additional help with setup - please email Annette Symon for more details if you can help :) !!.

Don't miss the Spring Dance Showcase on May 26th at 3:30 in the PAC!