Sinfonicast

In this episode of Sinfonicast, Jack Schmidt and Ryan Smith discuss the last time the National Council was called by the NEC to amend the NC&B to implement the Triennial Reorganization. They also discuss the ballot proposal present to the National Council's delegates and give their impressions on each of the 6 questions. Part 1: Context to the last National Council - 2:31 Part 2: National Council Ballot Proposal Explanation - 15:49 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Link to the letter from 2/22/2022 Any brother that wishes to be interviewed, whether it is a Collegiate Brother that wishes to have their voice heard or an alumnus wishing to grant wisdom, either reach out to Jack Schmidt or Ryan Smith.  You can also email sinfonicast@gmai.com. Let's build another communication channel for the upcoming convention! Please share with all brothers! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

This episode of Sinfonicast focuses solely on the latest Health and Safety Protocols from the National Fraternity for the Initiation Ritual. The first part is dedicated to summarizing what was in the document and the second part is our takes on it. This tries to make the protocols easy for all brothers to understand, but it is greatly encouraged to read for yourself if you have a part to play in the organization of the ritual or ceremonies. Any questions should be directed to the National Staff. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

We have Dave Friday on the podcast once again to hear about what's new with him and to get his insight. He was planning a Province 2 Leadership Retreat and we discussed his view on ceremonies and rituals being done in a COVID world. Very fun and enlightening conversation that is worth listening to! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Ryan and Jack talk about different Phi Mu Alpha music performances they have seen or heard about during their time in Sinfonia. It ranges from how to do MMMs, unique concerts or AMRs, and even ideas during COVID like Rich Crosby's virtual recital! This episode also includes an intro from Brother Jyron Joseph at Iota Omicron's American Music Recital as well as a few songs performed at the concert. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

With this new school year kicking off, Sinfonicast is having a new season with some new ideas. First, there is now a co-host and his name is Jack Schmidt! There will be new ideas, new episodes, and much more on the horizon. This first episode we covered who Jack is and some of his experiences in PMA. Subscribe now to know when the newest episode drops! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Link to a Student's Life from Rho Eta: https://youtu.be/fCc1JU4B3LU Want to have a PM class this Fall or Spring? Is COVID getting in the way? Well Brother Nate Ward and I had a great conversation of what he will be doing to have a class safely this Fall. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Brother Eric Smith was initiated in Nu Iota at South Carolina State University. He served as CPR of Province 30, and he is the VP of the Midlands Aera Alumni Association. We had an amazing conversation about the history of HBCUs in Phi Mu Alpha, his probationary membership experience, and where we would like to see Sinfonia go in the future. https://youtu.be/f2C1ijq55co https://youtu.be/5Q40ZKnq9TQ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

This episode of Sinfonicast is a special one. We are talking to Jule Streety to learn how American Identity began to form at the turn of the Twentieth Century. Part 1 focuses on the beginning with the Boston Six, a group of composers that socialized together and created music with the effort to be distinctly American. Jule and I take bits from different symphonies from these composers, read articles of the time, and much more to explore the birth of American music. In Sinfonia, we talk about the origins of our Fraternity and how it was founded on the idea of supporting American music; this three-part series will give context to these lessons. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Hey Brothers, it's been a while. A lot has been going on and it's been crazy. I talk about the next step I propose, what's been going on with me, and my observations on this whole corona virus thing. Reach and tell me what your Chapter plans to do to still meet. I'd love to hear them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Thank you to everyone that submitted responses for this episode! Part 2: The Call to Action begins at 29:00. On February 12, 6 Brothers of Phi Mu Alpha were expelled. In comparison, I got off luck with a suspension. This episode of Sinfonicast breaks down the announcement made to the Fraternity from the Commission on Standards and arguments against their points. Part 2 calls for a large call to action from all Collegiate Brothers: Do not pay national dues for the Spring Semester 2020 as a sign of protest. I try my best to argue this point for Brothers to at least consider it, and it leads to a grand buildup. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

The Province 2's Governor Dave Friday sits down and talks about a wide range of subjects, including his time in Sinfonia, his challenging experience of Mu Alpha at a Sinfonia Chapter, and much more! More from Daniel Bukin: https://danielbukinmusic.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

On December 13, 2019, I received a cease and desist letter from the Commission on Standards.  That will be discussed and the ramifications behind it.  Also, a new segment called Mill's court is introduced, where a weekly update on Sinfonia in the Court during this national controversy. Link to the Red and Black sung at the Special Meeting: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1W4vJbKga3wUfZoSjdlzs9Ux1q1wwC3Bz Link to Daniel Bukin's Variations on Vive L Amour: https://www.dropbox.com/s/x76w2cz79fqwulw/12%20Daniel%20Bukin%20Variations%20on%20Vive%20L%20Amour.mp3?dl=0 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Link to the Report: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UA4Uwdi2okF3rQJHxo9gCznQIGRwBXQirrtzCr7djyk/edit?usp=sharing Contents: Intro and Purpose 0:00 National President Declares State of Emergency 2:18 NEC's Response to this Letter 4:55 Province Governor Removals and Resignations 7:05 The Six Points Statement 11:06 Beginning of Fall 2019 12:13 Notice for Special Meeting of the National Assembly and its Business 16:04 Contest Over the Assembly Meeting 17:50 The National Staff's Role 20:37 Mark Lichtenberg's Final Correspondence with PGs and CPRs 22:25 Conclusion Leading up to November 30 25:04 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Richard Crosby viola sonata live in China - https://youtu.be/YTIP4Mlzrps Another piece from Brother Crosby I wish to share - https://youtu.be/tXV35A_ovB8 Next week is the big day, the meeting on November 30th. Let's take a break from all the drama just to sit down with Brother Rich Crosby and hear his story about Sinfonia. Get cozy, grab some tea and your pet to cuddle, and let's take a listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Link to the letter: Mark Lichtenberg sent a letter to the Province Governors saying they should not go to this unlawful meeting. We break this down into initial reactions and the overall response. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

The National Executive Committee responded to National President Lichtenberg's letter saying the emergency meeting cannot be recognized. The NEC argues the meeting is legal and will still happen on November 30th. This episode of Sinfonicast digests what the NEC letter to the delegates contains and what it means going forward. The CPR Council is in a great position to help the Fraternity as they have done so in the past. Let's discuss what they plan to do. Lastly, there is a powerful message about how Phi Mu Alpha continues to uphold its values even during this "State of Emergency." If you wish to contribute to Sinfonicast, message Ryan Smith or email Sinfonicast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Send your music you've created or arranged to Sinfonicast@gmail.org to be featured on the next episode! Ryan has a reflection and conversation on the letter National President Lichtenberg sent to Brothers of Phi Mu Alpha yesterday about there being no Assembly being called. There is also talk about the game plan for the meeting on November 30th (as long as it happens), and discussion on what the CPRs can do. Listen now on whatever your favorite audio platform is! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Ryan Smith sits down with Jyron Joseph to discuss his time in Phi Mu Alpha, what he has learned, and where he wishes to go from here. You want your song to be heard on the next episode of Sinfonicast? Send an mp3 link to Sinfonicast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Shout out to Nate Ward IO '18 for creating this awesome arrangement of Hail and Parting Song for this podcast! But yeah just wanted to let you all know I'm alive and wanted to get some thoughts of this Fraternity off my chest. I look forward to hearing from you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

As this State of Emergency continues to release new information, Ryan Smith begins by discussing the actions of members of the CPR Council in the 6 Points Letter. This all relates to tough decisions can help develop people into the best men they can be. Blake Rosser talks about being Chapter President for a new charter and how they have been keeping the Fraternal Flame alive. Link to Google Drive "Sinfonian Evidence Locker": https://drive.google.com/open?id=1ezNX-ss5PROBpujqIi8_y4QgZlTYHpQP Thank you to Mike Hughes for the creation of the music for this episode. Please go to https://mikehughesmusic.dudaone.com/ if you wish to hear more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Ryan Smith begins by discussing his reaction to the current National Fraternity events, and how there may be some good out of it. Zachariah Barnes discusses how the colony process works and what it means to have the charter brother flame alive. "We feel like the purpose of us initiating people is not just to get numbers, it's not to create Sinfonians, it's to find men who already embody what it is to be a Sinfonian who may not even realize it." - Zachariah Barnes Thank you to Mike Hughes for the creation of the music for this episode. Please go to https://mikehughesmusic.dudaone.com/ if you wish to hear more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message

Thanks again to Mike Hughes for the use of music from the beginning and end of this episode. Link Mike Hughes Music --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sinfonicast/message