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Hello Sisters of the SED!

 I hope this letter has found you tan and at the beach for the summer, but if not, whether stuck in classes or at various places of employment, I greet you as an excited member of your district council! My name is Belinda Baker and I represent you as Vice President of Special Projects for this term. I attend Auburn University, hoping to soon complete my Bachelor's of Music Education. I enjoy playing any instrument in the percussion family, and of course, I love Tau Beta Sigma with all of my heart. 

After SED2K12, we sat down as a council and discussed the many ways we can benefit our district. With our different talents and expertise, we made a game plan and began to focus our separate actions on our first goal of office. My first goal, decided at convention, was to create a new district project. After the decision to put the Young Composer's Competition on hold, our district showed interest in a performance competition, specifically a concerto contest.  Well, I am thrilled to announce that this year, the Southeast District will host a Concerto Competition for the first time! There will be details and exact dates sent out as we approach the Fall semester; over the list serve, to each school in the SED, and personally to as many sisters as possible so as to spread the word to any and every collegiate musician located in the Southeast District.  The Concerto Competition will be open to all collegiate musicians, affiliation with KKY and TBS is not a necessity nor will it give you a better chance of being chosen. The competition winner will perform at the opening concert of convention next spring and will receive a check for at least $150. I have been hard at work with the rest of council and all the other related parties to put together this competition, but we are not finished yet--- We need your help. Start spreading the word now! Tell your friends that exact dates will be sent out in August, but they can begin the process now. Help recruit performers for the SED! Remind them they do not have to be affiliated with KKY or TBS to enter. This is a wonderful opportunity for all musicians to build a resume, gain experience, and have some fun!

Thank you, sisters for this opportunity to serve you! My phone, email, and social media can always be used as an open line of communication for you to reach me with any questions or concerns!

MOTS O' Love and MLITB,