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Music Department
The New Hartford Central School District is committed to the understanding that music is an essential part of our students’ development. Quality of life is improved by physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth experiences through meaningful, sequential study in music. The primary goal of our department is to promote an understanding of music as an art through self-discipline and self-expression. We strive to help each student realize their musical potential. Creating, performing and responding to music encourages a lifelong appreciation of the arts. Our vision is that New Hartford students engage in the arts at a deeply enriching level which benefit themselves, their families, and their communities.
Music Course Offerings
Elementary
All elementary students receive classroom music instruction once per 6-day cycle.
The following opportunities are offered in addition:
- String instrument (violin, viola, cello, bass) instruction grades 2-6
- Band instrument (flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, french horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, percussion) instruction grades 4-6
- Choir instruction grades 5-6
Band Recruitment
Resources
- Be Part of the Band
- Contacts
- Hughes/Myles: Jillian Myers
- Bradley: Jo Anne Goodemote
Junior High
Any student not enrolled in an ensemble is required to take Music 7/8.
Ensembles offered at the junior high level meet once every 4 days and are required to perform in a winter concert and a spring concert. Experience at the elementary level for instrumental ensembles is required for participation in junior high instrumental ensembles. Experience at the elementary level is strongly encouraged for participation in junior high choirs.
Ensembles include:
- Choir 7 & Choir 8/9
- Band 7 & Band 8/9
- Orchestra 7 & Orchestra 8/9
Senior High
Ensembles offered at the senior high level meet twice every 4 days and are required to perform in a Veterans Concert, a December concert, a Winter Festival Concert (instrumental only), and a spring concert. Experience at the junior high level for instrumental ensembles is required for participation in senior high instrumental ensembles. Experience at the elementary level is strongly encouraged for participation in junior high choirs.
Ensembles include:
- High School Band
- High School Choir
- High School Orchestra
Other senior high offerings include:
- Theatre
- Music Theory
Secondary Extracurricular Opportunities
- Marching Band
- Winter Guard
- Indoor Percussion Ensemble
- Perry Jazz Band
- High School Jazz Band
- Junior High Masque
- Senior High Masque
- Spartan Serenaders
- Tri-M Music Honor Society (juniors and seniors only)
Note: All students must earn a total of 1 credit in music and/or art in order to graduate.
Summer Music
Visit the New Hartford Summer Music page to learn more about the program and sign up.
Dr. James A Meyer Performing Arts Center
The Dr. James A Meyer Performing Arts Center features a 565-seat auditorium. The complex is named for former New Hartford School Superintendent James Meyer. For more information about the Performing Arts Center, contact:
Susan Mojave – Theater Manager
E-mail | (315) 624-1252
Parking and Building Admittance
Families and community members who attend events at Dr. James A. Meyer Performing Arts Center may utilize the parking spaces in the back of the building. Attendees must enter/exit the building through the Bradley Elementary School main entrance.
Parking is also available near the Senior High School entrance. The doors at the Senior High main entrance will be unlocked for attendees to enter the building for 30 minutes prior to the start of an event. Attendees may also exit the building through the Senior High main entrance.
The parking loop in front of Bradley may be utilized for drop-off/pick-up and is reserved for handicapped parking. Temporary signs will be placed in the loop during events to indicate handicapped parking spaces.
The north driveway along the side of Bradley (next to the playground) that leads to the parking area is a designated fire lane and parking is not permitted on either side. We understand that parking in one of the parking lots may be a less convenient option but safety is our top priority. By keeping the driveway clear of parked vehicles we can ensure that the fire lane remains unobstructed while also maintaining the flow of traffic in both directions.
Academics Links
The Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in providing music access and education to all students.
This award recognizes that New Hartford CSD is leading the way with music learning opportunities as outlined in the new federal education legislation, the Every Student Succeeds Act.
Music Department Contacts
Department Chair – JoAnne Goodemote
- Elementary Band
Christine Clark
- General Music/Vocal Teacher
Amanda Costanzo
- General Music/Vocal Teacher
Dan Fabbio
- Band – Perry Junior High School
Emily Gillander
- Elementary Orchestra
Cameron Hance
- General Music/Vocal Teacher – Myles
Kristen Kasky
- Band Director – Senior High School
- Band Lessons – Perry Junior High School
Jessica Lotyczewski
- Choir – Senior High School and Perry Junior High School
Jillian Myers
- Elementary Band
Sara Picente
- Elementary Orchestra
Claire Wilcox
- Orchestra – Senior High School and Perry Junior High School