You will find a sign-up sheet in lesson for the reception as this year I am trying to encourage some healthy alternatives. Feel free to sign up for fruit/veggie trays, cheese & crackers and chips & dip so that we might have a balance between the treats and some healthier choices.
This weekend is the perfect time to do a practice performance of your recital piece! As family gathers for Thanksgiving, make sure to get out the violins and put on a mini performance! Some things to keep in mind when you are preparing for a performance are as follows:
- take time to set up your posture points and any others
- prepare your starting note and where you are starting on your bow
- listen for the introduction (either on the cd or in your head) OR rehearse the 'Sniff & Nod' lead
- play through the piece thinking only about what has to be done in that moment. Listen to your tone, feel the music and work through your checklist of things to remember.
- take time to end the piece, either with the bow on the strings or off the strings
- lastly, bow & smile!
The mandatory rehearsal group class is this Tuesday October 11th at 5:00. This recital is essential to not only rehearse with piano but to support our peers. Any unexplained absences from class will result in NOT participating in the recital.
It is hard work to get up on stage and share a part of ourselves with the audience. Embrace the challenge, remember that we are all in this together and that mistakes are allowed as long as we stay true to ourselves, try our best and enjoy these moments.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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