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SUMMARY:Sonata/Sonatina Solo Competition Open for Submissions
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Music Association is thrilled to announce the launch of our first-ever Sonata/Sonatina Solo Competition\, a virtual event open to piano and string performers. This competition is designed to promote excellence in performance\, encourage artistic growth\, and foster a deeper understanding of the sonata and sonatina repertoire. \nEach entrant is invited to submit one movement from a sonata or sonatina. Submissions of multiple movements will be considered as separate entries. All performances will be evaluated by one  of our qualified judges\, and participants will be eligible to receive a Gold\, Silver\, Bronze\, or Participation Award based on the artistic and technical merit of their performance. Every participant will also receive a certificate of recognition from the IMA. \nRegistration/ Video submission period: October 13 – December 1 \nDeadline: December 1 \nResults will be given to your instructors by January 15. \nThe fee for each entry is $35.
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/sonata-sonatina-solo-competition/
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SUMMARY:General Monthly ZOOM Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the IMA team as we discuss the latest information regarding our various competitions. This is your opportunity to be a part of the brainstorming\, problem solving\, and creative ideas behind the scenes. Reach out to Phyllis for a link to our ZOOM meeting. imaphyllis@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/general-monthly-zoom-meeting/
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DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
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SUMMARY:Registration for Bach Violin Competition Open for Submissions
DESCRIPTION:For more information please reach out to our string chairperson\, Emilia Blaszak-Freymiller at imastrings@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/registration-for-bach-violin-competition-opens/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20251005T220303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T220303Z
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SUMMARY:General Monthly ZOOM Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the IMA team as we discuss the latest information regarding our various competitions. This is your opportunity to be a part of the brainstorming\, problem solving\, and creative ideas behind the scenes. Reach out to Phyllis for a link to our ZOOM meeting. imaphyllis@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/general-monthly-zoom-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
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SUMMARY:Sonata/Sonatina Solo Competition Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Music Association is thrilled to announce the launch of our first-ever Sonata/Sonatina Solo Competition\, a virtual event open to piano and string performers. This competition is designed to promote excellence in performance\, encourage artistic growth\, and foster a deeper understanding of the sonata and sonatina repertoire. \nEach entrant is invited to submit one movement from a sonata or sonatina. Submissions of multiple movements will be considered as separate entries. All performances will be evaluated by one  of our qualified judges\, and participants will be eligible to receive a Gold\, Silver\, Bronze\, or Participation Award based on the artistic and technical merit of their performance. Every participant will also receive a certificate of recognition from the IMA. \nRegistration/ Video submission period: October 13 – December 1 \nDeadline: December 1 \nResults will be given to your instructors by January 15. \nThe fee for each entry is $35.
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/sonata-sonatina-solo-competition-deadline/
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CREATED:20251005T220939Z
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SUMMARY:Winter FunFest Video submission Open for Submissions
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that the IMA will be hosting a Winter FunFest in the winter of 2025. \nThe Winter FunFest provides a performance/contest alternative\, open to students of all ages to be evaluated individually\, receive feedback\, and earn a certificate of participation. This is an opportunity to send a fun holiday song or another winter-themed selection of your choice. \nThe IMA FunFest is a Video Music Festival open to the following instruments: \nPiano\, Violin\, Viola\, Cello\, Guitar\, Ukulele\, Drums\, Accordion\, and Vocals. \nStudents of all ages and levels can participate. Our excellent judges will give  a detailed evaluation of your performance\, highlighting your strong points and making recommendations for improvement. \nRegistration and video submissions opens on December 1st. \nDeadline is December 18th \nResults will be given by January 15 \nThe fee for each entry is $30.
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/winter-funfest-video-submission-opens/
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CREATED:20251005T221628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T221628Z
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SUMMARY:General Monthly ZOOM Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the IMA team as we discuss the latest information regarding our various competitions. This is your opportunity to be a part of the brainstorming\, problem solving\, and creative ideas behind the scenes. Reach out to Phyllis for a link to our ZOOM meeting. imaphyllis@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/general-monthly-zoom-meeting-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20251005T220015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T190115Z
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SUMMARY:Bach competition for violin video submission deadline
DESCRIPTION:For more information please reach out to our string chairperson\, Emilia Blaszak-Freymiller at imastrings@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/bach-competition-for-violin-video-submission-deadline/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20251005T221716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T042957Z
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SUMMARY:Winter FunFest Video submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that the IMA will be hosting a Winter FunFest in the winter of 2025. \nThe Winter FunFest provides a performance/contest alternative\, open to students of all ages to be evaluated individually\, receive feedback\, and earn a certificate of participation. This is an opportunity to send a fun holiday song or another winter-themed selection of your choice. \nThe IMA FunFest is a Video Music Festival open to the following instruments: \nPiano\, Violin\, Viola\, Cello\, Guitar\, Ukulele\, Drums\, Accordion\, and Vocals. \nStudents of all ages and levels can participate. Our excellent judges will give  a detailed evaluation of your performance\, highlighting your strong points and making recommendations for improvement. \nRegistration and video submissions opens on December 1st. \nDeadline is December 18th \nResults will be given by January 15 \nThe fee for each entry is $30.
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/winter-funfest-video-submission-deadline/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20251005T221750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T221750Z
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SUMMARY:General Monthly ZOOM Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the IMA team as we discuss the latest information regarding our various competitions. This is your opportunity to be a part of the brainstorming\, problem solving\, and creative ideas behind the scenes. Reach out to Phyllis for a link to our ZOOM meeting. imaphyllis@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/general-monthly-zoom-meeting-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20251005T221850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T222830Z
UID:10000015-1768118400-1768150800@illinoismusicassociation.org
SUMMARY:Results for Bach violin competition will be posted
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/results-for-bach-violin-competition-will-be-posted/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20260203T164842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T164842Z
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SUMMARY:Registration for state Olympic Contest opens
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/registration-for-state-olympic-contest-opens/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20260203T164907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T164907Z
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SUMMARY:Results for Bach violin competition was posted
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/results-for-bach-violin-competition-was-posted/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20260203T164933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T164933Z
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SUMMARY:Results for Sonata/Sonatina Virtual solo competition and Winterfest posted
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/results-for-sonata-sonatina-virtual-solo-competition-and-winterfest-posted/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20251005T221817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T221817Z
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SUMMARY:General Monthly ZOOM Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the IMA team as we discuss the latest information regarding our various competitions. This is your opportunity to be a part of the brainstorming\, problem solving\, and creative ideas behind the scenes. Reach out to Phyllis for a link to our ZOOM meeting. imaphyllis@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/general-monthly-zoom-meeting-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20260203T165431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T165431Z
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SUMMARY:General monthly zoom meeting at 10am
DESCRIPTION:Join the IMA team as we discuss the latest information regarding our various competitions. This is your opportunity to be a part of the brainstorming\, problem solving\, and creative ideas behind the scenes. Reach out to Phyllis for a link to our ZOOM meeting. imaphyllis@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/general-monthly-zoom-meeting-at-10am/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20260203T164958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T164958Z
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SUMMARY:Deadline to register for the state Olympic Contest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/deadline-to-register-for-the-state-olympic-contest/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20260203T165525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T165525Z
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SUMMARY:General monthly zoom meeting at 10am and election of officers
DESCRIPTION:Join the IMA team as we discuss the latest information regarding our various competitions. This is your opportunity to be a part of the brainstorming\, problem solving\, and creative ideas behind the scenes. Reach out to Phyllis for a link to our ZOOM meeting. imaphyllis@gmail.com
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/general-monthly-zoom-meeting-at-10am-and-election-of-officers/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20260203T165322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T165322Z
UID:10000023-1780041600-1780074000@illinoismusicassociation.org
SUMMARY:STATE OLYMPIC CONTEST – Setup
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/state-olympic-contest-setup/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20260203T165135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T165135Z
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SUMMARY:STATE OLYMPIC CONTEST
DESCRIPTION:Setup Friday May 29\, 2026. Contest dates Saturday May 30 & Sunday 31\, 2026.
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/state-olympic-contest/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20251104T163402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T163402Z
UID:10000016-1781344800-1781352000@illinoismusicassociation.org
SUMMARY:Winners Concert
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations on being a 1st place winner at the Illinois Music Association\, Olympic Competition! To congratulate you on this accomplishment and celebrate with you\, your family and friends\, the I.M.A holds a concert for the 1st place winners.\n(All are welcome to attend!)
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/winners-concert/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T082610
CREATED:20251104T163452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T163452Z
UID:10000017-1781359200-1781366400@illinoismusicassociation.org
SUMMARY:Winners Concert
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations on being a 1st place winner at the Illinois Music Association\, Olympic Competition! To congratulate you on this accomplishment and celebrate with you\, your family and friends\, the I.M.A holds a concert for the 1st place winners.\n(All are welcome to attend!)
URL:https://illinoismusicassociation.org/event/winners-concert-2/
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