Middle School Song Fest

Host: Jordan Shomper 
Where: Cocalico Middle School (map)
When: Saturday, November 16, 2019
Concert: 4:00 pm (doors open at approximately 3:30 pm)
Tickets: Will be sold at the door - $3 (cash only)
Guest Conductor:  Dr. Mark A. Boyle

• Guest Conductor Bio: Mark A. Boyle

  Choral Artist Mark A. Boyle is a sought after conductor, clinician, composer, and poet. He currently serves as Associate Professor of Music and Director of Choral and Vocal Activities at Seton Hill University, just outside of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Originally from Wethersfield, Connecticut, Dr. Boyle has led choirs of all ages. While in the United States Navy, he conducted the Blue Jacket's Memorial Choir at Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, also serving as the ensemble's Leading Petty Officer. Recent guest conducting appearances include Wisconsin Choral Directors Association Middle Level All State, Wisconsin School Music Association Middle Level All State, New Jersey Music Educators Association High School Treble All State, Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 1 and 4, and several County Choir Festivals. Dr. Boyle has served as the featured clinician for Caritas Chamber Chorale's rehearsal retreat three times and will guest conduct the choir's upcoming concerts. Future appearances include PMEA District 4 and 5 High School Choral Festivals, PMEA District 8 Elementary Choral Festival, and the 65th Ocean Grove Choral Festival.

  Dr. Boyle's compositions and choral settings of his poetry have been heard all over the country. He has collaborated with composers Peter de Mets, Joseph Gregorio, and Wayne Dietterick, among others. He is currently working on an opera libretto on the life of Queen Catherine of Aragon. Boyle resides in Harrison City with music educator, Jane Boyle, and their two sons, Nathan and Patrick.

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