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| Creative Motion 2nd Edition - Unveiled |
at Windswept 2010!
After an exhaustive collaborative effort Publications chair, Dr. Mary Ann Fritz
presented that the 2nd edition of the book Creative Motion, by Allen and Niles during a special presentation on Monday, July 19, 2010! She shared the process by which the facets of the book were created, and some of the challenges she encountered along the way.
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Along the way, Dr. Fritz was able to meet and talk with family members of both Margaret Allen, and Anne Niles, original authors of the first edition.
"It was a delight to get to talk with them. What a great way to honor our founders and help Windswept celebrate its 60th anniversary!" said Dr. Fritz.
Dr. Fritz's efforts were recognized with a special gift awarded by CMA President John Morrison, and the awarding of the annual "Silver Spoon Award" for extraordinary effort - by long-time workshop participant - Marilyn Alcala.
NOW AVAILABLE through our online bookstore. |
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| Windswept 2010 - Celebrating the Past and Embracing the Future posted July, 2010 |
| Another successful Creative Motion conference, sponsored by the Creative Motion Alliance was held on the campus of William Jewell College. Read more in the Windswept 2010 Committee report. |
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| 2010 Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholar Named posted July, 2010 |
Congratulations to 2010 Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholars - Kyra Klontz, Eleanor Crowley, and Caleb Fritz who received this recognition at the awards ceremonies following the student led celebration in 2010.
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A brief history:
Windswept 2006 marked the first year that Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholarships were awarded. Katheryn Allen Taylor is the daughter of Margaret Allen - founder of the Windswept Music Workshop and generous donor to the Creative Motion Alliance. Of the candidates who submitted the application, two were selected in 2006. |
This scholarship is awarded by consensus of the Windswept Faculty to a returning student or students who have attended the Windswept Music Workshop for at least 2 years. Recipients are awarded half the cost of Windswept Music Workshop tuition/fees for the following year.
Jennifer Isenhour receives the Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholarship from John Morrison, CMA President July, 2008.
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| PREVIOUS WINNERS: Congratulations to Justin Isenhour and McKenna Klontz! Three candidates were selected in 2007 to receive the Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholarships for 2008: Christie Tompkins, Leah Bagwell, and Raychl Smith. Jennifer Isenhour was awarded the scholarship in 2008. In 2009, the scholarship were awarded to McKenna Klontz and Chris Watson. In 2010, the scholars were Caleb Fritz, Kyra Klontz, and Eleanor Crowley. |
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| Journal of Creative Motion - volume #10 & #11 Availableposted July, 2010 |
Read more how we explore how Creative Motion concepts and principles inform our teaching, performing, and living. We also look at creativity and expressive arts within a Creative Motion context, and present beautifully poetic works of several of our own workshoppers. We hope you will find it inspiring!
NOW AVAILABLE through our online bookstore |
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| Angela Baroffio achieves Level I certificationposted July, 2010 |
In a special ceremony within Windswept 2010, Certification Committee Chair, John Morrison announced the completion of requirements for Level I Certification for Angela Baroffio.
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2010 Officers Elected posted July, 2010
Congratulations to those who were elected at the annual membership meeting in 2010.
- - Second Vice President - Raychl Smith
- - Secretary - Susan McGuire
The following advanced to their offices based on previous elections:
- - President - Dr. Elizabeth Wallace
- - Immediate Past-president - John Morrison
Serving faculty members elected a new faculty liaison who will serve a two-year term on the Board of Directors.
- - Faculty Liaison - Eric Kesler
The members of the Creative Motion Alliance wish to thank Marilyn Alcala for her service on the board as faculty liaison for 2008 and 2009.
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2011 Officer Nominees posted July, 2010
The nominating committee seeks nominees for the the following offices on the Creative Motion Alliance Executive Board. Each carries a two-year term:
•President-elect -
•First Vice-President -
•Treasurer -
•Member-at-large -
The election will take place at the Annual Membership Meeting, Wednesday in July, 2011. Click here for job description information. Contact the President with nominees or additional questions.
Executive Board Job Descriptions |
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Creative Motion 2nd Edition NOW AVAILABLE! posted 7/2010Publications chair, Dr. Mary Ann Fritz
announced that the 2nd edition of the book Creative Motion, by Allen and Niles is complete! The Alliance reserved some funding to pursue this project within the 2009 budget but additional funding is needed. You can make a donation to the Alliance to help support this publishing project. "We are so pleased to have the 2nd Edition ready for release by the 2010 workshop. This is a great way to honor our founders and help Windswept celebrate its 60th anniversary!" said Dr. Fritz.
NOW AVAILABLE through our online bookstore. |
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Creative Motion (White Book) 2nd Edition underway! posted 8/2009
Publications chair, Dr. Mary Ann Fritz
announced that the 2nd edition of the book Creative Motion, by Allen and Niles is in the works! Dr. Fritz has completed the majority of the typesetting, and is currently working in collaboration with several of our certified teachers to write articles which will support the original text. |
| The Alliance has reserved some funding to pursue this project within the 2009 budget but additional funding is needed. You can make a donation to the Alliance to help us get this 2nd edition published. The opportunity for pre-orders and specialty orders is on the horizon as well. "We hope to have the 2nd Edition ready for release by the 2010 workshop," said Dr. Fritz. Check for publications committee updates here. |
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| 2009 Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholars Namedposted July, 2009 |
Congratulations to 2009 Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholars - McKenna Klontz and Chris Watson who received this recognition at the awards ceremonies following the student led celebration. This scholarships are awarded by consensus of the Windswept Faculty to a returning student or students who have attended the Windswept Music Workshop for at least 2 years. Recipients are awarded half the cost of Windswept Music Workshop tuition/fees for the following year.
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A brief history:
Windswept 2006 marked the first year that Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholarships were awarded. Katheryn Allen Taylor is the daughter of Margaret Allen - founder of the Windswept Music Workshop and generous donor to the Creative Motion Alliance.
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Jennifer Isenhour receives the Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholarship from John Morrison, CMA President July, 2008. |
| Of the candidates who submitted the application, two were selected in 2006. Congratulations to Justin Isenhour and McKenna Klontz! Three candidates were selected in 2007 to receive the Katheryn Allen Taylor Scholarships for 2008: Christie Tompkins, Leah Bagwell, and Raychl Smith. Jennifer Isenhour was selected in 2008 to receive the scholarship in 2009. McKenna Klontz and Chris Watson were selected in 2009. |
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| Posters for Inspiration and Creative Motion Teaching - posted July, 2010 |
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Dr. Mary Ann Fritz and Frank A. Heller, III have been hard at work for approximately two years with St. Louis artist Laura Hellebusch to create a series of posters for teachers to use in helping their students learn more about Creative Motion principles. At Windswept 2009, three posters were unveiled and made available for sale. {pictured here}
Inspired, in part, by a series of hand-drawn posters drawn by workshop participants over several years, Laura decided to accept the challenge of putting Creative Motion concepts into graphic form. Some of the designs are strongly reminiscent of the the original posters, while others are inspired by others. The beautifully flowing artwork which rests behind the quote from Martha Russell, was painted by Dr. Fritz, and the digitally incoporated by Laura Hellebusch. These first results are very satisfying, and we are pleased to learn that more posters are in development.
"We've never met in person," said Dr. Fritz. Over time, and with patience, they have found a way of working together on these projects. Now, all those involved in Creative Motion study can benefit!
These posters are now available in our online bookstore. |
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Journal of Creative Motion - volume #10 & #11 Availableposted July, 2009, update July 2010
In this issue we explore how Creative Motion concepts and principles inform our teaching, performing, and living. We also look at creativity and expressive arts within a Creative Motion context, and present beautifully poetic works of several of our own workshoppers. We hope you will find it inspiring!
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Mary Hannah Klontz achieves Level III certification
posted July, 2008
n a special ceremony within Windswept 2008, Certification Committee Chair, John Morrison announced the completion of requirements for Level III Certification for Mary Hannah Klontz. A Creative Motion teacher resource DVD entitled "Viva La Musica" was completed. |
As a bonus, Mary Hannah also shared a special gift with all workshop participants of her latest composition-in-progress entitled "Lost" which we were able to explore within the evening choral class. Mary-Hannah - you inspire us all! We are so proud of all of you!
Congratulations! Creative Motion is truly richer as a result of your many contributions to our work.
Mary-Hannah Klontz now joins Dr. Mary Ann Fritz and Dr. Robert C. Smith who have achieved this professional level of certification. |
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Boone Workshop 2009 -
The Boone Creative Motion Workshop held at Appalachian State University on March 28th was a great day of reconnecting with old friends and sharing Creative Motion concepts with new participants. Dr. Robert Smith and Dr. Jane Andrews presented basic Creative Motion principles in a new light to both veteran and first-time workshop participants. Workshop attendants ranged in age from sixteen to eighty-nine, and included high school, college, professional, and community musicians, expressive arts therapists, and music educators. One of the highlights of the day was when Dr. Charles Isley, workshop participant and professor emeritus at Appalachian State University commented, “I wish I would have known about this when I was a young student. My musical career would have been so much different.”
Great work Raychl and team!
To see more pix from Boone 2009 click here. |
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Fall '08 Board Meeting posted November, 2008
November 8, 2008 and November 15, 2008, under the leadership of President John Morrison, the members of the Creative Motion Alliance Executive Board met using a toll-free telephone number and videoconferencing capabilities. Karen Gossett, treasurer, remarked about the savings, without the air travel, whilePhyllis Pasley, first vice-president, remarked at the convenience. "With a rehearsal and a concert this weekend, I would likely have not been able to attend an "in person" meeting. With the teleconference, I could attend both!"
Meeting topics included professional development for Windswept faculty, legal issues affecting the Alliance, Windswept planning and planning for the Alliance's upcoming Weekend Conference to be held in the spring of 2009, at Appalacian State University in Boone, NC. Director of workshop for the Weekend Conference - Raychl Smith - seeks your input. If you have ideas for marketing or funding support for the weekend conference, please email: Raychl Smith |
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Conference Planners Seeking Applicants for Director 2011 and 2012
posted July, 2009
Creative Motion Alliance Executive Board is currently seeking applicants for the job of Director of Workshop, 2011. Candidates may shadow the director for 2010 and/or 2012. Benefits include a $500 credit toward registration, workshop fees and travel.
View the job description here.
Interested candidates, apply online here.
Questions? contact First Vice-President. |
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2008 Officers Elected posted July, 2008
Elections were held at the annual meeting of the Creative Motion Alliance to be held on July 23,2008 at William Jewell College - Liberty, Missouri. The new officers are:
•President John Morrison
•Second Vice-President Raychl Smith
•Secretary Susan McGuire
Windswept Faculty elected a new Faculty Liaison who will represent faculty interests on the board for a two-year term. The board welcomes the new Faculty Liaison - Marilyn Alcala.
The Alliance wishes to extend its sincere appreciation to Dr. Elizabeth Wallace, Eric Kesler and Dr. Jane Andrews as they leave the board and move on to serve the Alliance in other ways.
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Nominees Sought posted May, 2008
The nominating committee seeks nominees for the the following offices on the Creative Motion Alliance Executive Board. Each carries a two-year term.
- - President-elect
- - First Vice President
- - Treasurer
- - Member-at-large
The election will take place at the Annual Membership Meeting, Wednesday in July, 2009. Click here for job description information. Contact the President with nominees or additional questions. |
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In Memorium - Aug. 2008
2008 finds Creative Motion mourning the loss of loved-ones and important leaders.
February, 2008 - Gay Arnoldi Browne passed away after complications with rheumatoid arthritis at the age of 85. Gay was a teacher of Creative Motion. Visit her bio here.
March, 2008 - Bob Pohl, husband of Doris Pohl passed away. Read more here.
July, 2008 - Rachel Sherman passed away at the age of 101. Visit her bio here. |
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| Dr. Mary Ann Fritz achieves Level III certification - Aug. 2007 |
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In a special ceremony within Windswept 2007, Certification Committee Chair, John Morrison announced the completion of requirements for Level III Certification for Dr. Mary Ann Fritz. Congratulations, Mary Ann! Creative Motion is richer for your contributions. |
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| Don Campbell author of "The Mozart Effect" is our newest Honorary Member of the Creative Motion Alliance. -posted Jan. 2006 |
President Mary-Hannah Klontz contacted long-time friend of Creative Motion and author of "The Mozart Effect" Don Campbell who accepted our invitation to become an honorary member of the Creative Motion Alliance. Mr. Campbell is internationally sought as a speaker and
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clinician and has recently traveled to Lituania, Alaska, and Switzerland helping to spread the word about the incredible power of music and its role in the development of children and learning.On January 21, 2006 Robin Hall met with Mr. Campbell in Boulder, Colorado to present him with his honorary membership certificate. Mr. Campbell was very touched to be honored by the Creative Motion Alliance.
“Creative Motion focuses on the source of all musical expression.
To experience the power of this inner movement into performance
is to engage your own spirit into a thrilling emotional life!”
-Don Campbell,
author of
The Mozart Effect
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Alliance Membership Amends Bylaws
Also at the annual membership meeting the Alliance reviewed the current draft of the bylaws which includes the changes approved at the 2005 meeting. Click here for more information about those bylaw changes. |
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Basic Energies in Wholeness
-posted July, 2005
Freshly edited and now available for purchase for $12.00 per copy we are pleased to announce the availability of Basic Energies in Wholeness by Florice Tanner. Creative Motion Alliance members may enjoy a discounted price of $10.00 per copy. Books may be purchased at Windswept, or if you just can't wait, order online. (Shipping charges will apply.) |
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Alliance Membership Sets Rate for Annual Dues
The Creative Motion Alliance is very busy working to fulfill the mission to disseminate information about the principles of Creative Motion. To make important strides toward reaching our goals, the Alliance voted to increase the annual membership dues from $35 to $50 per year. This modest increase is the first since 2000.
If you have not yet paid your dues for the current year, please contact treasurer Karen Gossett. |
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| Executive Board Hard at Work At their most recent meeting in Texas in November, 2006 the Executive Board welcomed newest members John Morrison. The board received committee reports and made progress toward constructing a plan for long-term growth. Plans are underway to sponsor a faculty retreat and workshop in February, 2007. There is still interest in a weekend workshop with a target start date of Fall, 2007. If you have questions, concerns, or items of interest, please contact one of the members of the executive board, or one of our committee chairs. |
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| Subscribe and Win - We have a WINNER posted 7/2005 |
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Congratulations to HOWARD BEAR for winning the SUBSCRIBE AND WIN contest. Howard chose the newly published "Basic Energies in Wholeness" as his prize.
YOU could be a winner too! Enter our next SUBSCRIBE and WIN Contest
by clicking the link |
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