Jeremie Carsten Waters Films Middle School Concert

Pembrokecommunitymedia.com's newest volunteer, Jeremie Waters, filmed and edited the May 21st Middle School Bands and Orchestra Spring Concert held at Pembroke High School. He spent two hours recording the concert, and another 5 hours editing with Final Cut Pro.

Media production is nothing new to Jeremie who has his own Youtube channel with over 200 videos, some of which have views in the tens of thousands.

“I needed community service hours,” Jeremie said, “so I was happy to find something in my focus range of film and animation. My mom and dad constantly support me when I do new and interesting things like this.”

Jeremie went on to say, “When it was time to do the editing, adjustments were made so the lighting was right, and parts that seemed too long were cut. Overall I like the end-product, and look forward to it being released to the Pembroke Community.”

What is especially nice about this version of the concert is the many close-up shots of each musician, making this video more enjoyable for parents or grandparents wanting a clear view of those near and dear to them.

Pembrokecommunitymedia.com is comprised of Pembroke moms, dads, and children who live right here in town.

Thank you Jeremie for bring your expertise in filming the concert. We look forward to seeing much more of your work this summer.

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"I Love Watching Myself on Stage", a PCMS 7th Grader Told Us

CLICK HERE for the one-minute, 6-second excerpt.

 

It was the first time on stage for some Pembroke Community Middle School musicians on December 4^th at this season's initial winter concert in the high school auditorium.  One female performer who saw the camera before the show told us that she just loves watching footage of herself on-stage.

And who doesn't? 

This video was filmed by PHS freshman Ethan McCue who himself played saxophone in the same concert last year.

First up is Director Thomas Hovey's Jazz Band playing “A Darker Shade of Gray,” followed by the old Blood, Sweat, and Tears classic, “Spinning Wheel.” Next the 7^th Grade Concert Band pounded out an all-time bull-fighting favorite, “Espana Cani.”  You'll recognize the tune, if not the name, when you hear it.

Theresa Fritz and Alex Shepherd also directed their groups of Celtic Music Club, Orchestra, and 8^th Grade Concert Band.

Full length versions are available from Pembroke Association for Performing Arts (PAPA), or by calling 781-910-8899.  This version will NOT be on TV, is the only one filmed by Pembroke students, and is adjusted so the sound  is clearer than at the concert itself.

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Your DVDs Are Ready Now for Christmas Giving

These edited and audio-balanced concerts will NOT be on TV, and are available only from The Pembroke Association for Performing Arts (PAPA), by calling 781-910-8899, or by e-mailing yourpcmc@peoplepc.com.

Discs are free as a “thank you” for donating $20 via cash, check, or credit card.Call now for same-day pick up. Simple. You'll be up late, and so will we.

Look at these excerpts, and decide with one(s) you need. If what you need isn't listed, call to ask.

1. Excerpts from N Pembroke Elementary School's 2nd Grade Concert on Dec 17, 2012
2. Excerpts from Bryantville Elementary School Winter Concert Dec 18, 2012
3. Excerpts from 12-13-2012 Pembroke High School Winter Concert II
4. Excerpts from Pembroke High School Winter Concert 1, December 11, 2012
5. Excerpts PCMS 12 6 2012 Winter Choral Concert

We also have instant access codes for watching the concerts on the internet.

Again, these shows will NOT be on TV, and that's intentional because we at Pembroke Community Media Center want to raise money for the performing arts programs in Pembroke schools.

Many of our volunteers are involved in these music and theater programs either directly as students, parents, or teachers; or indirectly as members of the community. We live here.

I myself have three children who play instruments and sing at school, and want to keep the performing arts ball rolling forward.

You can phone me personally at 781-910-8899, and I will make sure you get your DVD without delay. The only time I won't answer the phone is 9:30 -11:30 am Sunday, and 7pm -9pm Monday when The 1st Church is holding services.

Thank you; remember to be nice to each other and Happy Holidays.



Margaret Jones, President

Pembroke Community Media Center

A Short and Sweet PCMS Winter Choral Concert

 

It doesn't get much sweeter than Chelsea Smith's vocal solo opening in “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” the third song presented by the 7^th Grade chorus on the evening of December 6^th in the Pembroke High School Auditorium. 

Other voice soloists of the night were Emily Furtney, Sarah Burton, Kaeleigh Ahern, Julia Blomberg, and Matt Bianco; with Emily singing alone in both “Some Nights” with the “After-School Select Chorus,” and “I Look to You,” a Whitney Houston song presented last by the 8^th Grade Chorus.

“We have good leaders in this group,” Mr Shepherd tells the audience of parents, relatives, and friends, “helping to teach students who are new.  And of course we have a lot of new people in chorus this year. We have 53 people in 8^th Grade Chorus alone, which is awesome.”

These young 13 and 14-year-old performers entertained a packed crowd, with latecomers relegated to standing in the back where our student volunteer was filming.

Well-loved Director Alexander Shepherd plays piano accompaniment for many of the songs,  A curious thing, though, is that when the back of his head faces us, the students start laughing.  Could it be that Mr. Shepherd, the ultimate morale booster,  is making funny faces at them? You decide.

CLICK HERE for a 2-minute peak at the video.

DVDs of this concert are available as a fundraiser item though the Pembroke Association for Performing Arts (PAPA), 781-910-8899, or CLICK HERE. 

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