Here we PLAY AGAIN!
New members and continuing players are invited to:
REGISTRATION: TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 11,
4 to 5pm
PARTY ROOM just behind the red awning and the rental office
85 Charolais Boulevard in the midst of the four towers at the north end of SHoppers WEorld MAll just east of McMurchy , turn in off Charolais
All children ages 6 to 14 are invited to join our beginning classes this fall. Choose VIOLIN, VIOLA or CELLO and learn how to play in an orchestra.
Call 9Director Andrea Currie Jefferson 905-459-9606 for further information
SHOPPERS WORLD MALL CONCERT AUG 11
Greetings Dear Students!
We've all been having a gloriously warm summer- hope you have all enjoyed the change of pace, and some fun summer activities.
This Saturday, as you know we have playing opportunity at Shoppers World Mall "Leisure and Activity Day"and need all our students to be ship shape and ready to play again by Saturday. And in order to plan we need to hear from you all ASAP. PLEASE!
All parents are asked to contact Ms Currie 905-459-9606 (OR 1- 613 336 1207 )so that she can inform you of the details and another important item of business required by the MALL Management.
In the meantime, this week, please practice everything we played at our May Concert, so you are comfortable with the program again!
We'll warm up, review and tune up at Ms. Currie's home at 9 am, then head over to the Mall at 10 for set up in Staples Court. We play at 10:30 and 11:00, then leave by 11:30 a.m. Those who are reading music, don't forget your instrument AND MUSIC STAND
It would be great to have some friends and family there to hear us so invite your supporters to come and cheer you on!
We've all been having a gloriously warm summer- hope you have all enjoyed the change of pace, and some fun summer activities.
This Saturday, as you know we have playing opportunity at Shoppers World Mall "Leisure and Activity Day"and need all our students to be ship shape and ready to play again by Saturday. And in order to plan we need to hear from you all ASAP. PLEASE!
All parents are asked to contact Ms Currie 905-459-9606 (OR 1- 613 336 1207 )so that she can inform you of the details and another important item of business required by the MALL Management.
In the meantime, this week, please practice everything we played at our May Concert, so you are comfortable with the program again!
We'll warm up, review and tune up at Ms. Currie's home at 9 am, then head over to the Mall at 10 for set up in Staples Court. We play at 10:30 and 11:00, then leave by 11:30 a.m. Those who are reading music, don't forget your instrument AND MUSIC STAND
It would be great to have some friends and family there to hear us so invite your supporters to come and cheer you on!
YEAR END PIZZA PARTY
Tuesday marked the year end for MUSIC at the TOWERS, 2012
Although we missed some of our members, it seems the party was a success. It's great to see the children having fun in a non-musical setting as well- bonding socially helps with the musical bonding too !
Special thanks for the beautiful flowers, fruit and snacks which students brought- it means a lot to Marion and I. And thank you to Marion for all the great desserts.
As you know Shoppers World Mall provided the "Little Caesars" Pizza and I have dropped off our thankyou poster and note. As you know Thank-You's are VERY important!
I will definitely call a one hour rehearsal Saturday August 11, before we play our litttle concert as part of Activity and Leisure Day at the S W mall. Keep all your songs and scales, as well as the Pachelbel Canon in good shape till then!
\So far, no news about the time, but I am hoping you all will participate in this- everyone's presence is definitely needed.
I hope you enjoy looking at a few of our shots from the party.
Although we missed some of our members, it seems the party was a success. It's great to see the children having fun in a non-musical setting as well- bonding socially helps with the musical bonding too !
Special thanks for the beautiful flowers, fruit and snacks which students brought- it means a lot to Marion and I. And thank you to Marion for all the great desserts.
As you know Shoppers World Mall provided the "Little Caesars" Pizza and I have dropped off our thankyou poster and note. As you know Thank-You's are VERY important!
I will definitely call a one hour rehearsal Saturday August 11, before we play our litttle concert as part of Activity and Leisure Day at the S W mall. Keep all your songs and scales, as well as the Pachelbel Canon in good shape till then!
\So far, no news about the time, but I am hoping you all will participate in this- everyone's presence is definitely needed.
I hope you enjoy looking at a few of our shots from the party.
HAPPY JULY EVERYONE!!
Love to all- Andrea Currie Jefferson
The End of Year 1 PARENTS: PLEASE SHARE CONCERT PHOTOS!
Congratulations to all students and their families! The Concert May 22 was a great success. WHY ? Because we all know the hard work and dedication it takes to progress and gain confidence playing a violin or cello! We truly made nusic together! .
IF you work diligently, consistently and carefully, it truly pays off. I think every parent and student now realizes that- although it takes effort, the rewards are great! Your child has the chance to do something truly unique. But, more than that- they gain all kinds of benefits in non-musical ways as well.
Class and Concert PHOTOS:
Please share your best 2 or 3 photos via e-mail. I'd like to put them on the blog as well as possibly use them for promotion, etc.
SUMMER:
Instruments: The instruments are yours till September, but MUST be properly cared for . Never expose them to direct sun , heat or high humidity. They are crafted of wood - therefore require protection .YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE DUE TO CARELESS HANDLING.
You have have rented them for a full year, so you can continue to play and practise through the summer. If you are interested in catching up or continuing lessons over the summer, good idea. The most important and ESSENTIAL thing is to work in the All for Strings Book up to #75 by September- that is, learn to read the music..
I will be in and out of town in July and August, so if for any reason you wish to contact me please leave a message on the home phone. OR we can chat in June.
Let's wish Madhav and his family a wonderful new life in Edmonton! Madhav, keep on playing with such joy, and strength- it has been a great pleasure to teach you!
This marks the official end of the first FULL YEAR of operation for Music at the Towers . You are "Charter Members"- no-one else will ever be able to join that club! Thankyou for making the choice to give your child the rich gift of String music playing! .
IF you work diligently, consistently and carefully, it truly pays off. I think every parent and student now realizes that- although it takes effort, the rewards are great! Your child has the chance to do something truly unique. But, more than that- they gain all kinds of benefits in non-musical ways as well.
Class and Concert PHOTOS:
Please share your best 2 or 3 photos via e-mail. I'd like to put them on the blog as well as possibly use them for promotion, etc.
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This Tuesday's class will be the usual times: Group 1 3:45 prep, start 4pm till 4:45.
Group 2 arrive 4:30, start 4:45 5PM till 5:30.
Group 2 arrive 4:30, start 4:45 5PM till 5:30.
Next week Tuesday June 26, we will have a year-end pizza-pool party for children and parent/guardian at Ms. Currie's home We will meet at the Towers Party Room at 4 pm and make our way to 40 Lilly Cr . If you can drive this is fine- we will ensure everyone has a ride before leaving.
If children wish to swim, their parent must supervise them.
HEADS UP!
We may be playing a concert at Shoppers World Mall August 11. This would be much the same as our May 22 concert so keep all your scales and songs in good shape !! If you review them most days, you'll be fine. More info will be sent to your e-mail once we know more.
Also EVERYONE needs to work ahead in the book to # 75 for September.
Instruments: The instruments are yours till September, but MUST be properly cared for . Never expose them to direct sun , heat or high humidity. They are crafted of wood - therefore require protection .YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE DUE TO CARELESS HANDLING.
You have have rented them for a full year, so you can continue to play and practise through the summer. If you are interested in catching up or continuing lessons over the summer, good idea. The most important and ESSENTIAL thing is to work in the All for Strings Book up to #75 by September- that is, learn to read the music..
I will be in and out of town in July and August, so if for any reason you wish to contact me please leave a message on the home phone. OR we can chat in June.
Let's wish Madhav and his family a wonderful new life in Edmonton! Madhav, keep on playing with such joy, and strength- it has been a great pleasure to teach you!
This marks the official end of the first FULL YEAR of operation for Music at the Towers . You are "Charter Members"- no-one else will ever be able to join that club! Thankyou for making the choice to give your child the rich gift of String music playing! .
WHAT'S UP? MAY and JUNE
May 22nd : CONCERT PLANNING
What to wear- black bottoms- colorful top- plain or patterned is FINE!
Arrive 3:30 to 3:45 for individual tuning.
Then go to start position in the circle and wait quietly.
Concert Starts 4pm
What to wear- black bottoms- colorful top- plain or patterned is FINE!
Arrive 3:30 to 3:45 for individual tuning.
Then go to start position in the circle and wait quietly.
Concert Starts 4pm
AFTER CONCERT--AT HOME
Group 2 Keep practising ahead with all songs from concert- Long Long Ago
Lightly Row
All for Strings Book up to #75 Group 1 Keep moving along with Suzuki songs in Book 1
We play concerts late August!
MAY JUNE CLASS SCHEDULE:
May 29 and June 5 regular schedule-Group 1 arr. 3:45 to tune-leave 4:30
Group 2 arr. 3:30 to set up- leave 5:30These will be 2 classes with Susan Naccache- pro cellist .. ALL ATTEND
This will special for cellists - she will play for you and give you special pointers about your playing. Ask her lots of questions about how you can play well.
She will be moving all students ahead-don't miss these classes!
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JUNE 12- ALL STUDENTS ARRIVE 5pm-
START WITH GROUP 2 students. Can Group 1 join in with more songs?
Long Long Ago. Lightly Row, Song of the Wind
and AFS Book Concert Song #75
Who has learned a new song or two?
We may be able to view the concert video.
JUNE 19 LAST REGULAR CLASS
Group 1 3:45
Group 2 4:30 .
Arrangements for summer instrument care, plans for July August AND September
JUNE 26 END OF TERM PIZZA/POOL PARTY at Ms Currie's home 4-6 pm
Each parent /guardian must supervise his/her own child while swimming.
CONCERT PREPARATION REHEARSAL
This Tuesday the 14th is our last rehearsal before our concert.
SO I hope you have invited your family members special friends to join us- it's so much more fun to have a lots of audience!
Please arrive at about 3:50 for tuning and take your spot quietly to start at 4pm
Stands are not needed until #9, but please bring them for our guest group .
So that you can practice everything lots before Tuesday, and next week, here's the Concert order:
1.Open string cycle round in pairs- Mississippi Hotdog 2times on each - ee-aa-dd-gg-cc
2. open-1 string cycle round ie: on each string string -(Run Pony, Run Pony 1st finger Run Pony Run Pony)
starting on c-g-d-a-e
3. Scale of D together, then again in a round with three groups.
4. Twinkle with 2 cellos on accompaniment
5. Long Long Ago- starting on d
6. Lightly Row -with cello accompaniment
7. Song of the Wind -with cello accompaniment
8. Duet- Kalpi and Danielle- Long Long Ago on G
9. Concert Song from book music stands needed
10. Rosa Lee -We may be joined by QE students for this
ALL MOVE QUIETLY AND QUICKLY TO CHAIRS in the front row instruments on the floor at the side by the window
Queen Elizabeth students play 3 songs (We are silent and attentive while they play)
We pick up our instruments and quietly and quickly move back to the front with violins standing and cellos sitting.
FINALE ALL students and teachers together play Canon
REFRESHMENTS: We will invite our guest players and audience to share refreshments with us.
MANNERS EXPECTED: Our guests are to go first, then we go next. Please make sure you just take a little so that everyone gsts some. After that there may be enough to have more
HOW PARENTS CAN HELP
Kalpi's Mom is bringing cake -May 22 is Kalpi's birthday!
Mrs Manalang is bringing cups. Could someone bring some drinks (perhaps 4 parents can bring about 8 each. for all audience and players about 40 approx. I will look after the tablecloth .
Let us know if you can help- this week at rehearsal.
SO I hope you have invited your family members special friends to join us- it's so much more fun to have a lots of audience!
Please arrive at about 3:50 for tuning and take your spot quietly to start at 4pm
Stands are not needed until #9, but please bring them for our guest group .
So that you can practice everything lots before Tuesday, and next week, here's the Concert order:
1.Open string cycle round in pairs- Mississippi Hotdog 2times on each - ee-aa-dd-gg-cc
2. open-1 string cycle round ie: on each string string -(Run Pony, Run Pony 1st finger Run Pony Run Pony)
starting on c-g-d-a-e
3. Scale of D together, then again in a round with three groups.
4. Twinkle with 2 cellos on accompaniment
5. Long Long Ago- starting on d
6. Lightly Row -with cello accompaniment
7. Song of the Wind -with cello accompaniment
8. Duet- Kalpi and Danielle- Long Long Ago on G
9. Concert Song from book music stands needed
10. Rosa Lee -We may be joined by QE students for this
ALL MOVE QUIETLY AND QUICKLY TO CHAIRS in the front row instruments on the floor at the side by the window
Queen Elizabeth students play 3 songs (We are silent and attentive while they play)
We pick up our instruments and quietly and quickly move back to the front with violins standing and cellos sitting.
FINALE ALL students and teachers together play Canon
REFRESHMENTS: We will invite our guest players and audience to share refreshments with us.
MANNERS EXPECTED: Our guests are to go first, then we go next. Please make sure you just take a little so that everyone gsts some. After that there may be enough to have more
HOW PARENTS CAN HELP
Kalpi's Mom is bringing cake -May 22 is Kalpi's birthday!
Mrs Manalang is bringing cups. Could someone bring some drinks (perhaps 4 parents can bring about 8 each. for all audience and players about 40 approx. I will look after the tablecloth .
Let us know if you can help- this week at rehearsal.
SURVEY RESULTS LOOK GREAT!
Our Parent survey results are in and we are looking at 7 of 8 children returning next year into year 2!
This will be strictly orchestral studies, all music being read from our All for Strings method book, and then sheet music. Additional songs etc. will be taught at the individual classes, so each student will be able to move ahead at his or her own level.
Unfortunately for us, but fortunately for them, Madhav's family will be moving to Edmonton so our spirited and delightful little Madhav will not be in the class next year. We will be helping to put them in touch with a violin program in Edmonton- there's lots going on in the Arts there!
We learned the following additional information in the survey - all parents are interested in the enhanced program next year as a second day of instruction on alternate weeks - both theory and individual lessons would be included in this.
All but one family are willing to pay a little more for this if necessary. I think people mostly recognize that our fees and costs are lower than anywhere else already! Thankyou so much, for this clear support of the program.
Great news re: volunteers as well! We have Shelly Langtree, Robyn's music-teacher Mom, offering to help with the theory program, and Madison''s sister willing as well. And I have found an optional additional young person, maybe two in fact, from the Rosebud program who can help if needed .Theory is so important in order to understand how tuning on our instruments works, and how music is constructed.
We are about to meet with Brampton Towers Manager Monday morning, to discuss how we can manage the needed space, hoping to be able to offer the additional classes there as well.
Within the next two weeks, we will be working on submissions for funds to help pay ofor this additional program offering.
May 22nd Concert :
We ask each family to invite guests- a concert needs an audience! You will be given 4 invitations to give out per family. Please start inviting NOW! Although concert admission is not free, we simply are asking for " pay what you can" instead. I am sure people realize that this program costs money to run, and will cost more in the future!
Practice D scale, Twinkle, Long, Long Ago, Canon, Lightly Row, Song of the Wind, Rosa Lee and Concert Song. You'll have Great Concert if you really know your "stuff" well!
Practice every day at the same time each day- you'll be so glad you did!
This will be strictly orchestral studies, all music being read from our All for Strings method book, and then sheet music. Additional songs etc. will be taught at the individual classes, so each student will be able to move ahead at his or her own level.
Unfortunately for us, but fortunately for them, Madhav's family will be moving to Edmonton so our spirited and delightful little Madhav will not be in the class next year. We will be helping to put them in touch with a violin program in Edmonton- there's lots going on in the Arts there!
We learned the following additional information in the survey - all parents are interested in the enhanced program next year as a second day of instruction on alternate weeks - both theory and individual lessons would be included in this.
All but one family are willing to pay a little more for this if necessary. I think people mostly recognize that our fees and costs are lower than anywhere else already! Thankyou so much, for this clear support of the program.
Great news re: volunteers as well! We have Shelly Langtree, Robyn's music-teacher Mom, offering to help with the theory program, and Madison''s sister willing as well. And I have found an optional additional young person, maybe two in fact, from the Rosebud program who can help if needed .Theory is so important in order to understand how tuning on our instruments works, and how music is constructed.
We are about to meet with Brampton Towers Manager Monday morning, to discuss how we can manage the needed space, hoping to be able to offer the additional classes there as well.
Within the next two weeks, we will be working on submissions for funds to help pay ofor this additional program offering.
May 22nd Concert :
We ask each family to invite guests- a concert needs an audience! You will be given 4 invitations to give out per family. Please start inviting NOW! Although concert admission is not free, we simply are asking for " pay what you can" instead. I am sure people realize that this program costs money to run, and will cost more in the future!
Practice D scale, Twinkle, Long, Long Ago, Canon, Lightly Row, Song of the Wind, Rosa Lee and Concert Song. You'll have Great Concert if you really know your "stuff" well!
Practice every day at the same time each day- you'll be so glad you did!
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