Memorial Concert
James F. Haefele Memorial Concert
February 11, 2023 at 7pm
Half Hollow Hills High School East Auditorium
50 Vanderbilt Pkwy
Dix Hills, NY 11746
Become a member of the James F. Haefele Memorial Scholarship Alumni/Faculty Choir
After losing the beloved Jim Haefele to Covid in early 2020, we are thrilled to finally be able to honor his memory through an evening of music that will raise funds so that the music scholarship in his name can live on in perpetuity. The goal is to raise $50,000 so that we may annually award two $1,000 scholarships to deserving music students from HHH High School East and HHH High School West for years to come.
As a participant in the Alumni/Faculty Choir, not only will your membership fee count as a tax-deductible donation to the scholarship fund, but you will also join Mr. Haefele's former students and colleagues to perform the music that was nearest and dearest to him. Please note that rehearsal will take place on Friday, February 10, from 6-10pm and the concert will take place on Saturday, February 11 (4pm call time, 7pm show). Rehearsal is required for participation.
We're excited to announce that famed arranger, Kirby Shaw, will be joining us for this exciting, music-filled weekend. Not only will he be conducting a special jazz ensemble during the concert, but he will be giving two exclusive workshops on Saturday, February 11 (12:30pm and 1:30pm).
Please explore the different levels of membership to see all of the exciting opportunities.
- Combined Choir - largest choir made up of all participating alumni, faculty, and current students (1 song)
- Alumni/Faculty Choir - choir made up of all alumni and faculty participants (4 songs)
- Halftones Jazz Ensemble - small jazz choir conducted by Kirby Shaw (3 songs)
The above is subject to change based on participation.
Once you have purchased a membership, you can expect to receive a follow-up email from the Planning Committee with links to music and other instructions.
Please note that after party plans for both Friday and Saturday nights are still developing. More information will be provided later this year.
Weekend Schedule
February 10 (6-10pm): Alumni/faculty choir rehearsal (dinner provided), followed by optional social outing
February 11 (9 - 11:30am) - Halftones rehearsal
February 11 (12:30 - 1:15pm) - Dr. Shaw's Instant Soul Clinic
February 11 (1:30 - 2:15pm) - Scat Workshop with Kirby Shaw
February 11 (4pm) - Call time for all performers, combined choir rehearsal
February 11(7 - 9:30pm) - Concert
February 11 (10pm) - After party (TBD)
Want to get involved in other ways?
Please reach out to haefelememorialscholarship@gmail.com if you’re able to lend expertise to any of the following and we’ll provide more information.
We’re currently seeking:
alumni who are interested in sponsoring the event, or are affiliated with a company who would be willing to sponsor the event
an A/V company willing to donate lighting equipment, sound equipment, video cameras, and/or staffing
alumnus who has experience in Stage Management/Directing who would be willing to donate their services
alumnus who is a photographer willing to donate their services
alumnus who can help with graphic design/branding willing to donate their services
a professional printing company willing to print programs and music for free (or discounted)
an in-kind donation for green room supplies (water, snacks, etc.)
alumni with footage from high school concerts from any year
alumni willing to record a video answering the prompt “What did Mr. Haefele mean to me?”