Happy Holidays!

                                                                      Class One of Session 2                                                    One of Session 2

Please ensure your second session fees ( $50) for 12 weeks are paid this week.

Every week please bring your practice charts, marked with the past week's practice times.

This week is normal class scheduling, BUT WITH A PARENT TEACHER DISCUSSION  AND  REFRESHMENTS TIME  between group 1 and 2:

 Group 1: 3: 30 arrival, 4 pm start

Group 2 :4:30 arrival

rrefreshments  4:30

                                                          4:35 to 4:50 parent/teacher session

 Your chance to dialogue with each other and the teacher about anything regarding the classes, etc.

                                                                    pGroup 2 class  4:55 to 5:30

First class in 2012 is January 10, regular schedule.

 There will be no blogs  written during the holiday.

Additional Notes:

New e-address for teacher Andrea Currie is matt.brampton@hotmail.com 

Also, we appreciate a phone call in advance if your child is going to be absent.

905-459-9606

Have a Merry Christmas, and a Happy Holiday!

Best wishes from MATT for a Wonderful 2012!

 

Schedule Changes , Start of Session 2

Changes and notices in the lead up to the Christmas/Holiday Vacation

Tuesday Dec. 13: Start of Session 2 pay date $50.00 per student for 12 weeks
                             3:30 to 4:30- combined class FOR ALL STUDENTS
                             Since not all can accommodate this change, we will not count this as class 1 of session 2
                             7 pm: BARRAGE performance 7pm The Royal- 608 College ST (west of Bathurst:

Tuesday Dec. 20:Parents are invited  to bring a few Refreshments for students to share during Discussion
Class 1 of Session 2- regular schedule:
                             4pm- 4:45 Group 1
                             4:40-4:55 PARENT DISCUSSION Q & A opportunity
                             4:55 -5:30 Group 2

After VACATION:
 Tuesday January 10 : Class 2 of Session 2
                     Same as above, regular times.
                     Some re-grouping may occur, as can be accommodated by student timing restraints

Here's the info about the Dec 13th show!

Please e-mail me at matt.brampton@hotmail.com if you want some tickets.

I may be able to help 2 or 3 people with transportation.

P.S. Click on image above to enlarge.

COMING SOON to a THEATRE NEAR YOU

Mark your calendars for a very exciting musical evening- December 12 at the Royal Theater on College St in Toronto :
"BARRAGE" is a band of violinists with rhythm section back-up, who have toured the world and continue to get the crowds hopping.
You will be amazed at what these young people can do!

I have seen them now several times,and try not to miss an appearance when they are in town. It never disappoints. (MY connection? My nephew has been their drummer for a few years now- works hard, sees the world, and loves it!)
If you would like to purchase tickets I will have prices available at class this week. I will get them booked as soon as possible while they are available- to be paid in advance by Tuesday the 6th.
In the meantime, don't forget: Practice carefully and often! This band started with Twinkles, Mrs. Sippi Hotdogs and Long Long Ago's too, right here in Calgary Alberta. The hot shots moved on to form the band we now know as Barrage"
Google them- you'll get the idea!

KEEP MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER

As can be expected, those who work hardest make the fastest progress! We'll be adjusting classes to accomodate the GROUP 2 students who are moving up to the level of GROUP 1 earliest.
It may be that by January all students will be at the same level, so practice!You don't want to be left behind!
HOMEWORK Group 1: D major scale- "Run Pony"
G major- very smooth bowing

Long Long Ago, all parts
Twinkle "Mrs Sippi"
Method Book Reading TO #25

GROUP 2: review bow grip and left hand position
long bows, with good sound
string cycle
CORRECT FIRST FINGER MEASURE AND PLACEMENT
0-1 string cycle (open string and first finger)

RE: photos and HOMEWORK REVIEW

WE have a few photos to show you but will work on getting more and better ones this week.

Homework: Group 1: D scale, "run pony" rhythm, Twinkle, all of Long Long Ago,
AND don't forget at LEAST three practice times recorded chart
Group 2: bow grip, open string cycle, Mrs. Sippi on blue tape
NEW: left hand playing position, 1st finger position on string
record your practice on chart- 3-5 times per week is good!

PHOTOS THIS WEEK

Put on your best smile this week- we'll be taking pictures while you play .
We'll also be asking parents to sign permission slips to allow us to use your beautiful faces and poses in future publicity articles, posters etc.

We are now about to go into a little higher gear, to get started with fingers down, our first scale and Twinkle , over the next few weeks.instrument o

NOW is the time to be SURE you have your bow grip perfected, and instrument posture comfortable. Continue to review these daily, by the end of the term you should not have to think about- it'll be perfect and natural.

BE SURE to be on time for your 15 minute set up period. Once class starts, you are disrupting the group if you come in late. SO please don't do this!

Looking forward to "shifting gears" with you this week!

WE'RE MOVIN ON!!

PARENTS INFO: THERE WILL BE NO CHANGE TO CLASS DAY, SINCE NOT ALL CHILDREN CAN MAKE THE CHANGE TO THURSDAY. MAYBE WE'LL RECONSIDER NEXT SEPTEMBER.

THIS WEEK -GROUP 1: 3:45 arrival please - START promptly at 4pm
We will begin the class with reading in our method book. All students need to be very good at Twinkle by now- we use it for bow exercises, so need to keep playing it for a while yet.
Be prepared to play Long Long Ago through first line. PRIZES GIVEN TO THOSE WHO EXCEL! Have practice charts ready for checking.

GROUP 2 please arrive no earlier than 3:30,Thankyou for being very quiet and respectful when you entered last week We START promptly at 3:45 and SHOULD END at 5:30! SORRY! I kept you in late last week- My mistake!!! Thankyou for being so polite about this, though.
PS Although some are still struggling a bit with bow grip, our younger class is almost ready to move ahead with string cycle, the D scale,and then Twinkle. The goal is to have both groups playing in harmony together by the year end concert.

OCTOBER PLANS

• This week, October 4, Marion Adams will meet with each parent to finalize all paperwork. Please be prepared to provide any missing info., insurance information, and as yet unpaid fees or rental funds.

Andrea Currie Jefferson (aka "Andrea"- or "Ms Currie" for students  ) will be spending a few minutes at 4:45 to discuss with parents of new members, various topics of interest and importance,eg. how to help your child succeed, expectations and visions for the program,etc.. If you have any questions, it may be the time to ask them! We will keep the session to 15 minutes, however, and then get on with the class.


OCTOBER 11 and 18 CLASSES- A SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY

Andrea is away for the next two weeks  SO....
SO  for the next two classes, Oct 11 and 18 we have arranged for another Music professional to keep up the momentum for both groups. Susan Naccache is a professional cellist with a very similar vision for children's music. She is currently actively working towards opening a similar school in Mississauga, and is very happy to have the opportunity to work with our children.
Ambitious teachers always welcome the opportunity to offer a variety of experiences for their students. SO Susan is going to perform some of the songs we will be learning, as well as some other repertoire  this is a bonus, not to be missed! Make sure you are present at both classes,and on time. Marion and our student volunteer will also be in attendance to look after all other aspects of the class. 

LESSON 2!! Bunny jumps on to the BOW

 We have a wonderful new "batch" of children and plan to have lots of fun as we start a very unique and special new adventure in orchestra class . Welcome to all!

TIMES: Beginners arrive at 4:30pm. Please enter quietly so as not to disturb the first lesson.

              Continuing students start 3:45 pm


REMINDERS:

•  Rental fees are due this week: $150 per year for all instruments. Please call if there is any special arrangement required. 905-459-9606
•  VERY gentle handling of instruments in the cases as you bring them back to class.

This week's class
 BEGINNERS: we continue bow grip with the pencil and then with the bow as well.
                          SHOULDER RESTS disributed -how to properly hold the instrument

 CONTINUING: Review correct  position and bow rhythms
                           Method book reading
                           New Song
                           New practice charts distributed

INSTRUMENTS ARRIVE THIS WEEK

HELLO PARENTS AND "MATT" CHILDREN

 We were pleased Tuesday to see so many  children excited about the wonderful new adventure of ORCHESTRA strings!
We have 2 new cellists, several violinists and we hope,  2 violas in the wings. More on that later!

This week, RETURNING STUDENTS will arrive at 3:45 as usual,with stands, books,and instruments to be checked and re-rented, followed by your first class.
NEW STUDENTS only  arrive  at 4:30 pm to meet with Marion and fill in  the paperwork for instrument rentals.

All rentals are $150.00 for the year-cash please. 

A FEW THINGS TO NOTE:
1. Parents are responsible for care and safety of the instruments, and any repairs required. You may wish to insure it under your home-owner's insurance policy

2. For best performance results, we ask that one parent/guardian, always the same person if possible, attend the sessions to learn:

(a.) care and maintenance of instruments to avoid damage

(b) how to support the child's progress and learning

(c) what homework/practice is required each week

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING  YOU!!

 Tuesday Sept 20,

Any questions should be directed to  teacher Andrea Currie Jefferson," Ms Currie"

 905-459-9606

or pc_chamber@hotmail.com

Come and PLAY!

REGISTRATION for New and Returning Students:

Tuesday September 13

4-5 pm

85 Charolais Blvd. party room (behind rental office)

Lessons are $25 for 6 lessons. We require advance payment for 12 lessons

ie. $50 per student cash only please

At registration you will need to pick a 1st and 2nd choice instrument

you would like to play: violin, viola, or cello

Check out some of our blog links to help make your decision

We look forward to making beautiful music with you !~!

for free parking: from Charolais Blvd. enter Shopper's World Mall parking west entrance,

park near walkway STOP sign on right, and walk into building complex via walkway to #85

FALL REGISTRATION STARTS THIS TUESDAY

We anticipate a great new season of Music- making with continuing and brand new students starting into the world of the String Orchestra .
Check out You-Tube for  ideas for instrument choice- violin, viola or cello. Be sure to choose two so we can have a balanced orchestra- half violins/half viola and cello.
On YOU TUBE Yo Yo Ma -the world's most famous name in cello playing-will show you what the cello can do! But there are so many more cellists, violists, and  violinists to check out as you decide what  your two  favorites will be.  You might also find the National Youth Orchestra of Canada or El Systema Orchestra from Caracas Venezuela- spectacular!!!

REGISTRATION DATES

TUESDAY AUGUST 16

4 pm

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13

4 pm

 at 85 Charolais Blvd.

Party room -right beside the rental office

PARKING

to avoid parking fees you can enter Shoppers World  Parking Lot off Charolias

and drive to the north/west corner of the lot..Park there

The walkway at the STOP SIGN  leads west into the center of the highrise buildings.

  and  straight to 85 Charolais.

SEE YOU THERE!!

HAPPY SUMMER- SEE YOU AT YOUR LESSONS!

Just in case you have forgotten your dates, here is the lesson sched for the summer:
 They will be held at Ms. Currie's home - call if you need further information 905-459-9606
Please plan to be on time and if you want to swim, BRING YOUR SUIT.

FRIDAY JULY 7: 10.a.m.:Matthew

TUES.   JULY 12 10 A.M. Matthew 

FRIDAY JULY 15: 10.am. Kalpi

                               11 a.m. Anna Marie

                               12 a.m. Eileen

FRIDAY AUGUST 12 5 p.m. Abiraj-to be confirmed

WED. AUGUST 17 2 p.m. Anna Marie

                                3 p.m. Eileen

TUES. AUGUST 23  4 p.m. Abiraj to be confirmed

                                  5 p.m. Kalpi

ps:  NO MUSIC STAND NEEDED FOR LESSONS

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. SUMMER IS A PERFECT TIME TO DO LOTS!

SUMMER TIME -LESSON SCHEDULE,TUESDAY INSTRUMENT SIGN OUT/RETURN

This Tuesday June 28 marks the official end of term for the Music At The Towers program

ALL students are required to meet Ms. Currie and Mrs. Adams at the Party Room at 3:45 pm

to complete one of the two  following activities:

1. Sign up for summer use of instrument and book and two private sessions. Cost is $25 for the summer, to be paid in cash Tuesday.

2.Return instruments and books.

For those continuing through the summer, the available lesson times are shown below. Please come prepared to sign up for your two slots on Tuesday.

Have a look at some pizza party photos below!

JULY Schedule

Friday        July 8: 10a.m. ___Matthew___
                             11 a.m. _____________

Tuesday July 12 : 10 a.m. ___Matthew___
                             11.a.m. _____________
                                2 p.m. _____________
                                3 p.m. _____________

Friday     July 15 :  11a.m.  _____________
                              12 a.m. _____________

AUGUST Schedule

Friday August 12 : 11 a.m. _____________
                              12 a.m. _____________

Tuesday August 16 4 p.m. FALL REGISTRATION
                     IN PARTY ROOM

Wed.  August 17:    2 p.m. _____________
                                3 p.m. _____________

Tues.  August 23:   10 a.m. _____________
                               11 a.m. _____________
                                  2 p.m. _____________
                                  3 p.m. _____________

SO COOOOL! 

SO PRETTY!

SO PLAYFUL!

LOVE YOU ALL- Enjoy the warm days!
We hope to see you all August 16, 4 pm

for FALL registration!.

PARTY TIME

Thus Tuesday, class will be held as usual, then (if it's not raining) off we go to our year-end party at Ms. Currie's house.  We'll share Pizza, and  Ice cream . AND drinks will be kindly provided by Mrs. Monalang. For those who know how to swim and want to go into the water, remember your parent or guardian must supervise you while in the water. There is a change house -bring your suit and towel.

 Music reading has started- what a great sight it was to see all eyes on the notes for the very first time! Your progress continues! Be sure to practice- review and correct(fix),including Twinkle!!- at least four times per week.What a great feeling to know you GOT IT- PERFECT!

The next week, the last Tuesday in June, we meet again at the usual time- bring your calendar of summer events- sign up for your 2 summer private lessons included with the summer $25 cash instrument fee. We hope all students will take advantage of this opportunity to gain some ground musically over the summer. But if not, instruments will be collected till September session starts.

ALWAYS BRING YOUR PRACTICE CHART TO CLASS!!!

We're in the Brampton Guardian!

Brampton Guardian reporter Radhika Panjwani wrote a great article on our group

called Music travels to higher grounds. To read the entire article click here.

For more information, call 905-459-9606 or e-mail  Andrea at pc_chamber@hotmail.com.

READING MUSIC, MUSIC STANDS AND PARTY!

We'll be starting a new chapter this week- how to read music!

Next week- Tuesday the 21st- last class is followed with a party at Ms. Currie's home close by.- we'll head over there right after class. Parents are invited, and must supervise any children who wish to be in the water . Pizza will be served.
 Let's celebrate the first ever MUSIC AT THE TOWERS CLASS!

Tuesday the 28th- meet at the party room same as usual- sign up and pay $25. for summer instrument use and arrange//discuss two summer private lessons included. These are very valuable times- you get lots of good tips to help to improve your playing!

FALL REGISTRATION Mid August- you'll receive a call

FIRST FALL CLASS: TUES SEP 13 3:45 pm.
KEEP ON PLAYING!! WHAT  A DIFFERENCE A YEAR CAN MAKE!!

Congratulations!

Dear Orchestra Students of the Music at the Towers Program ,

I am very sorry to miss your class  this week- it couldn't be helped, but still I would love to be there to hear how you felt about your very first concert experience , and to look the concert video and photos with you.
I hope you enjoyed it and felt proud to be playing your instruments for the guests; you certainly should be! Many of our audience members told us that they think you are doing very well after such a short time playing. It will be amazing to see what will happen at next year's concert , if everyone practices daily and carefully between now and then. Can you imagine what you will be playing by then? It's all about your dedication and drive to improve, so make it part of your daily activities- you'll have so much fun  that way! .
Some important items:
1.You will need music stands for next week, and for you home practice, because we are starting our method books. You can buy a stand at the Brampton Long & McQuade store just north of Vodden on Hurontario- tell them you are with the Music at Towers program-$16. or $32 each-or give Mrs Adams the money and we'll get one for you.
2. We have three more classes- the last one is very special. It will be held at my house and afterwards will be a pizza and pool party. Parents/guardians are invited too. We will talk more about this next week. More on that later..
3. Summer plans- instead of classes, we are offering  a more flexible way to keep you progressing and learning. We don't want you to forget what you have learned! Fees ($25) will be paid for the use of the instrument over the summer and will include two private lessons set up at an agreed time. This is the very best way to get exactly the lesson you need.
Have a wonderful class, and make sure you bring your practice chart to every class. 4 practice times and you can win a prize next week!
With affection for each of you,
Ms. Currie

CONCERT TUESDAY- important notes

We will have friends and family watching us Tuesday as we play .
Keep your eyes on the teacher all the time- visit family and friends later.
After we play, we will be able to watch the QE students, and the teachers,   play .

GUEST PERFORMERS ARRIVE AT 3:45 be very quiet when they are tuning
AUDIENCE COMES IN AT 3:55 PM
CONCERT STARTS 4 pm

Important reminders for students when you arrive Tuesday at 3:30:

• GET OUT  INSTRUMENT RIGHT AWAY FOR TUNING -place case against back wall
• HELP SET UP ALL CHAIRS FOR AUDIENCE, IF NEEDED
• SIT IN YOU CHAIR QUIETLY UNTIL THE CONCERT STARTS
• BRING SOME REFRESHMENTS FOR THE PERFORMERS(that's you) AFTER the "show"

PRACTICE LOTS
HAVE FUN PLAYING WELL AT YOUR FIRST CONCERT!!

SEESION 3-CONCERT and READING MUSIC

The new session begins with -(a) May 31:our first Concert at 3:45
                                                  Beginner registration for Sept starts. 
                                                (b) June 7: reading music starts.

• Practice your Twinkles and scale lots so you'll have fun playing it for an audience.
• Bring Practice charts to class every week-  play for prizes!
• Invite your friends to join our program, register at the concert.
• Invite  your  family to see what we're doing!
• Bring fees and Music Stand payment (or find a music stand)
• Be at class EVERY week. This is the best thing you can do to succeed. Please call ahead if let us know if you absolutely HAVE to be away.

LET'S SHOW OFF WHAT WE CAN DO!

THE CONCERT:
Two weeks from Tuesday's class-same time, same place on May 31, our first Music at the Towers performance . Everyone can bring four or five guests- that will give us a great audience. Busy people need lots of advance notice, so if you haven't already invited them, make your calls this week for sure! They will be happy be there to support you in this very special adventure of music- making!

SESSION THREE starts this week, so please bring your  $25.00 fees Tuesday.This will take you to the end of June, when we take our summer break. If you would like to continue to play and practice over the summer, you can make arrangements to have the instrument longer.  Just let us know towards the end of June. This is actually an excellent way to get ahead, when you have lots of extra time at home. Extra lessons can be arranged on an individual basis if you wish.

MUSIC STANDS REQUIRED
After the concert, we will be starting to read music and will need music stands to hold our method books. Students are asked to purchase a music stand for their use at home and at class. We can get them for you at Long & McQuade, Brampton at a cost of either $16.00 or $32.00(incl.tax), or you can purchase your own. The more expensive one ($32.) has a nice carrying bag and with good treatment will last a long time. The other one is a serviceable collapsible stand but needs to be treated carefully - you make the choice. We need you to have them for June 7th, so if you want us to pick it up for you, please bring your payment  this week or next.
VERY NICE SOUNDS are beginning to be made  Tuesday afternoons - your dedicated practice is the key to your progress!

MUSIC IS FOR LIFE!

As we move along from our long bows to our scales, and then our songs, we gradually, day by day, add more vocabulary to this language of music.. it is indeed a language which we are building. In fact this language is one that is recognized by music students and great musicians alike. It has no borders - in every country you use the same notes and time signatures and symbols- it is truly the universal language! What better way is  there to connect with the world?
 We don't notice this as we make our early steps, but we all do make these first steps. If we keep on going, we have something special and unique that bridges all barriers of race, religion and language. And this can lead to a lifetime of fun, accomplishment, and enjoyment.
Just keep on playing- that is the key. The more you play and practice, the easier it becomes, till you can communicate to anyone in the world through your instrument, in your own unique way!

CONCERT- Share the music!

We now have four classes left before our concert:

 Tues. May 31, 3:45, in the party room

 David Rehner, Teacher, Concertmaster of the BramptonSymphony  is bringing a group of Grade 8 string players

 from Queen Elizabeth Public School in Mississauga

to play in the performance

                               What a great gift to our program!

                     

Here are ways to help you prepare for  SUCCESS at the concert:

• Remind parents to put the date on the family calendar so they can be sure to attend.We want to have lots of people in the audience.
• Practice lots! In the concert you want to be good at:D scale, and Twinkle. Practice at home, four or more times a week, on correct hand positions, beautiful long bows, correct tuning, and clear sound.
• Bring charts to class. Prizes are coming for best class performances!
• Chat it up with your friends. Ask if they'd like to join the orchestra program. Invite them and their parents to the concert to see what you can do after just a few lessons. New beginners' registration is coming up in June.
• What to wear in the concert?- normally, white top/ black pants/skirt/shorts. Any other ideas? Bring them to class.

Concerts are a very special part of a young musician's early training-a fun chance to show off how much you have learned.

 Be the best you can be! 

PARENTS: CONCERT HELP NEEDED, PLEASE

1. setting up and removing chairs for the concert (2 people)
2. providing refreshments for the 8 students from QE Public School

We can discuss details before / after class Tuesday. Please let us know which you can help with.

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Musicians at the Towers -minus one

Well, here we are- The first little orchestra of the MATT program! From left:
Aghadir,viola; Eileen, violin; Farwa, violin; Kalpi,violin; Aj,violin; Anna-Marie,cello; and Matthew,cello, with teacher Andrea Currie. (missing is violist, Michael) As you see, there are a few parents backing us up. For our youngest players, this parent back-up during the week, helping with home practice, is so important. Once - weekly lessons , supplemented with some careful home review, can add lots of confidence and fun as we learn and grow.

Our efforts are now beginning to focus on our first ever concert coming up May 31st. Above with six of the group,Admin Ass't., Marion Adams(right back) and Teaching Ass't., Mary Chapple (back centre). Practice up everyone!

Thankyou's ARE IMPORTANT!

This week is thankyou week for us at the Music at the Towers Project. Even as we have been  moving along with our early steps forward, we have found that we  needed to reach out to our Shoppers' World neighbours for assistance with some of our basic needs.
As a fledgling group, we hope they share the vision with us, and see the value in giving this musical opportunity to our children, as a means to enrich their lives, build friendships, develop strong thinking skills, while filling after school time with this very positive activity.
And sure enough there have been several friends and neighbours who have answered our call! So here is a big THANKYOU to these good people. We are inviting them to our May 31st concert to see us making music together!
Below is the list of our kind supporters:
Elmm Spa (now at Ching. & Sandalwood)
Staples Shoppers World
ShoppersWorld Mall
Dolomiti Shoes
Peter Chambers
Liv Forber
Barbara Hart
Susan and John Williamson
Jefferson Insurance Agency

Our First Guest Performer: Peter Chambers,cellist

There's nothing like seeing a live performance to help visualize what YOU can do! Thankyou to Peter Chambers, who took time off work and came to the Towers March 28, to play for our class. Judging by the looks on students' faces, they were spellbound by his playing - nothing like seeing a musician perform right in front of your eyes!

Peter, who also stuck around to coach our cellists for a few minutes, started to learn to play the cello at the age of 4, and still loves to play as a young man in his early thirties. He spoke to the students about the benefits he has had growing up in music, from meeting friends to travelling around the world. That doesn't mean he made a career of music- he has a degree in English and has worked in different jobs totally unrelated to music. BUT he still practises an hour a day, and plays cello in a variety of settings on the side.

Music is a life time pursuit, which can only make you smarter, more sensitive, and enrich every aspect of life.That's why we are working with parents to help kids practise daily and focus better. It pays off  not just in music class but in school and social life as well-actually,everywhere we go!

The Twinkles are coming, and so's our Concert!

Every beginning string player gets started on "Twinkle", which some may know was written by a great musical hero,W.A. Mozart. He probably wrote it at the age of 6 or 7. This week we continue learning the song, and the scale of D, which will be our basis for lots of learning.
Practice charts will be reviewed to see that everyone knows how to fill them in and use them to help make progress on your instrument. Don't forget to bring them to class each week.
Our first concert, which will take place Tuesday May 31st at 3:45 pm, will center around Twinkle, so practice carefully, for perfection and ease!
More on the concert to come in weeks ahead.

PS:Check out  the story of W A Mozart, who lived in the 1700's but remains one of the greatest musical giants still today.
The Academy Award winning movie, and stage play "Amadeus" showed  a very interesting and, painfully accurate picture, of this amazing musical genius. Read a biography to learn more.

Session Two Begins - Practice Charts Arriving

Take heart dear young musicians- we've made through the very tough beginning session!!!  Session 2 fees ($25 cash) are due Tues Mar. 29.
Here's Matthew with his cello- he's one of our youngest players!

An essential part of music studies is PRIVATE PRACTICE. Without it, progress is very slow.This week you will start to chart your individual practice through the week. That means you'll get better faster! Parents and teen players will receive info. about how to use the practice chart, how to find the time and space for regular practice, and how to help.Your initial is required to show the work is done carefully and properly. Students, do not miss out on this chance to move along quickly- get practising!

Moving Forward! Books and Music Stands Needed

Rehearsal Two, Feb. 22!
Bows hit the strings today, with all children now fitted with instruments of the proper size. Once we get the bow grip and correct holding posture into the memory bank, away we go with bow control exercises, bowing tips for great strong sound production, all these very important beginning elements.

We are now looking for help with financing our next needs:
                                             books and music stands.

If you can ask your friends, businesses you patronize, etc. for donation of an item or two, it will be of great help. We're talking $9 to $45 per item. These then become property of the "Music at the Towers" School and can be used for all present and future students.  A very worthy cause for our children!
Get a promo letter for your friend or local merchant by contacting Andrea Currie Jefferson at pc_chamber@hotmail.com or  at  tel.# 905-459-9606

Opportunity is still available- Don't miss out! -call now

Dear Towers Children, and Teenagers!
                YAY!! We have our beginning orchestra ready to go:
                               4 violins, 2 violas and 2 cellos!
Members/parents, are signing for instruments Tuesday, and we BEGIN!
                        3:45 in the Party Room, our rehearsal area. 

If you missed the sign-up and still want to join, it's not too late-
                      call 905-459-9606 right away!!

SIGN UP THIS TUESDAY 3:45 pm

SIGN UP : this Tuesday Feb 8, at 3:45pm
WHERE? the Party Room  85 Charolais

WHAT TO BRING: cash fee of $25.00 for first session (6 classes).

ACTIVITIES: 1.Group Information session during application sign -up.  
                     2.Children  choose an instrument . 
                     3.Order will be placed for instruments (no additional charge for Towers residents)
                     4.Instruments assigned to Parents February15, 3:45 

INQUIRIES:If you would like to inquire about the program, call the teacher, Andrea Currie Jefferson at  905-459-9606 or e-mail pc_chamber@hotmail.com