Spring Music Showcase-June 7th
June 7 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Spring Music Showcases
Friday June 6th @ 6:30pm Saturday June 7th @ 3:30pm
We STRONGLY encourage students, both private and in the group classes, to take this opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned during the year. Your teachers should be talking with you in the next few weeks about preparing something for the showcase. An important part of participating in a “performing art” is to perform. Please fill out the form HERE to let us know which time you’d like to perform.
Why Performing is Important
Not long after one begins studying music, performance is brought up. Performing can be intimidating, but it also has the potential to be a very joyful and rewarding experience. Here are some reasons why we love to watch our students continue to grow and advance with each performance.
Setting Goals: We see it all the time. Preparing for performances allows students the chance to choose a song they really enjoy and spend the time to master it. Mastery itself is an important skill when learning an instrument, but it’s also a huge confidence boost. Students love to know that they have achieved something concrete, and it’s a quantifiable way to see how one is improving in their music journey. Students must be able to set goals for themselves when they intend to perform. Setting goals is not only an integral skill in music, but it’s also a skill that all people must develop in life! The student must be able to manage their time and put in the work to really get their song performance-ready. As teachers, we often see more growth in a students’ music journey when they have chosen to do a performance!
Shared Energy: Music has been enjoyed in a communal setting for hundreds of years. Research has actually shown that participating in a musical experience with other individuals builds and strengthens social bonds. There is undoubtedly a shared energy between audience and performer. This is why we still have live concerts despite the fact that music is more available than ever with streaming services such as Spotify. Think of your favorite musical memories; my guess is one or more has to do with a moving experience you had as either an audience member or the performer.
You have been working hard to prepare your pieces for the music recital and now the time is almost here! Here are some things you will need to know.
♫ This is a casual gathering of students to show what they’ve learned. While you may dress up if you wish, it isn’t required. You should be comfortable when playing, make sure your clothing doesn't restrict arms, elbows, or wrists. INAPPROPRIATE attire includes: Old tennis shoes, T shirts, jeans with holes, clogs, large rings, glitzy jewelry, bangle bracelets, and large watches. Pay particular attention to your hands! Clean hands and well-groomed nails are a must. Leave chewing gum at home!
♫ Plan to arrive by 3:45pm, bring your music along to the to the recital even if you have it memorized.
♫ Listen carefully, play well, and bow when you leave, be very quiet while others are playing, and be polite to the other performers and audience members at all times.
♫ You will be seated with your family. Rise and go to the stage when your name is called. Adjust the situation to suit your needs: pianists adjust the bench. Pause and collect your thoughts. Begin when you are ready. When you have finished, step out next to the piano and bow. Be sure to smile!
♫ Don’t worry about forgetting your piece. Think about your music, not the audience. If you are concentrating on your music, you won’t even be thinking about what the audience is thinking about you. Have a good time making music!