AXP Updates

We can't believe we're almost to December!  Here's the latest and greatest in AXP news.

Applications for AXP 2010 will be distributed to schools and posted online in February, and we are always thrilled to have references from alumni.

Will you be 16 by July 1, 2010?  Come back to be a counselor!  Counselor applications will be available in March 2010.


Congratulations to 2 members of the AXP family!
Former counselor Adrian Noack has joined the full-time Pacific Symphony staff as the Manager of Youth Ensembles.  And Manager Molly Buzick got married and will henceforth be known as Molly Pontin.

Got news to share?  Let us know!  We love to share concerts, recitals, and other accomplishments with the AXP blogosphere.

Halloween Spooktacular!

Trick or treat!  Make sure that the 5-10 year olds in your life don't miss the musical thrills and chills at this weekend's Family Musical Mornings Halloween Spooktacular.  Tickets are still available at www.pacificsymphony.org .

We can always use more volunteers to assist in running the Musical Carnival during Family Musical Mornings, and we love to see AXP alumni and their families!  If you are interested in volunteering on the following dates, e-mail musicalcarnival@pacificsymphony.org.  Volunteers must be at least 13 years old.

Family Musical Mornings 2009-10

October 17, 2009
December 12, 2009
February 6, 2010
March 20, 2010
April 17, 2010

Reunion

It was so great to see 157 alumni, counselors, staff, friends and family at the 2009 reunion!!

Helpful Reunion Info

We can't wait to see everyone at the reunion! Here's some info that will help you get to where the fun is:
September 12
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
Pick up your tickets between 6:30-7 at the arts-X-press table near the front gate.
Bring a blanket or low lawn chairs (seats are on the lawn), a picnic or snacks, and a jacket.
Wear your arts-X-press t-shirt!
Parking is $8
The concert begins at 8 pm and will finish at approximately 10:15.

Haven't ordered your tickets yet? Don't worry--we'd still love to have you. Call the hotline at (714) 876-2336 as soon as possible and plan to pay by cash, check, or charge tomorrow night.

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AXP 2009 Reunion

Don't miss the chance to see your friends, teachers and counselors at the AXP 2009 Reunion on September 12 at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater! Call the hotline at (714) 876-2336 or e-mail arts-x-press@pacificsymphony.org to get tickets at a special AXP discount.
And make sure you keep in touch for details about the all-AXP 10 Year Anniversary celebration in 2010!

For 3 days only - 50% Off All 2009-10 Pacific Symphony Tickets!

Only until August 31, Pacific Symphony celebrates the launch of its new website by offering 2009-10 tickets at 50% off! That's half price for the Halloween Spooktacular and Nutcracker for Kids, half price to see world-renowned pianist Andre Watts or pops sensation Pink Martini. So move fast to take advantage of this terrific deal at the new and improved www.pacificsymphony.org!

Are you coming to the reunion?

Re-capture the magic and see your friends, teachers and counselors, AND see the Pacific Symphony's Tchaikovsky Spectacular for a special discount price! Don't miss the AXP 2009 Reunion on September 12 at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater. Student tickets are $11, adults are $22, and the AXP discount is only available by calling (714) 876-2336 or e-mailing arts-x-press@pacificsymphony.org. Make sure you let us know how many student and adult tickets you need and how you will be paying. You can pick up your tickets on concert night from the AXP table near the front gate. We hope to see you there!

Photos and DVDs

It's hard to believe another year of arts-X-press is already over! If you didn't get a chance to order photos and DVDs at the parent presentation, please e-mail us and we will send you an order form (yeah, we're OLD SCHOOL--you can't order over the web!) Look for your photos and DVDs in the mail around mid-September.

AXP in the news!

Guess who's in the Daily Pilot for August 11? Check it out!

Parent Presentation and Talent Show

Buon giorno, it's counselor Kelly. Today was amazing!!! Thank you to all of the parents, relatives and friends for coming out to support the students tonight!

But the fun didn't stop there! After the parent presentation the students participated in a talent show put on by the counselors. The acts ranged from singing solos to comedy skits to card tricks. The big surprise came at the end when the counselors put on a surprise skit and dance!

Wait! That's not all! How can you pack in breakfast, an art workshop, creative expression, lunch, a music workshop, a dance workshop, dinner, pictures, a parent performance, a talent show and another suprise event all in one day? Arts-x-press magic! Our last day conlcuded with a dance party!!! Slide to the left, slide to the right, take it back now y'all.

See you at the bus stop tomorrow and remember to ask your student about their magic moment.