1Our Music Artistry Program includes several performance opportunities during the year:
Formal recitals in the fall and spring
Winter Collaboration Performance in February – Orchestra, Flute Choir, Studio Singers, etc.
Coffee house performance in March
Spring Music Festival in April

In December, we have something a little different in mind. We are issuing the “12 Days of Music Challenge” to all of our Music Artistry Students (and teachers). Everyone can take part in this music-making challenge during these 12 days – it’s easy!

What is the Challenge?

We invite each of our Music Artistry Students to record themselves performing a song on their instrument and post on our Facebook page sometime between December 12th and 21st.

 

What is the Process?

  1. Students are invited to choose a favorite song or a holiday selection that is family friendly and ready to be recorded.
  2. Students can start recording a selection at home right away or during their lesson with the help of their teacher.
  3. Take time to do a “Self-Assessment” of your performance. See our blog post on how to do a self-assessment and why it’s so important. 
  4. Post the recording to our FB page. You can always ask your teacher for help!
  5. Take time each day to watch others perform and give positive feedback. Learn more about who’s in our school community and what instrument they are playing, while developing your own musical ear.
  6. Decide who you will share your recording with and “give your music away” this holiday season.  Here’s a list of tools you can use to create a video e-card.

What is the Prize?

At the end of each day there will be a random drawing for an Ice Cream Dessert from Blue Canary Coffee. Our friends at Blue Canary will be hosting our coffee house on Saturday, March 18th from 4-8 PM.

What are the Rewards?

  • Celebrating progress with a no-stress performance.
  • Creating community with other musicians in our school.
  • Building self confidence as you learn to critique your own recordings and set goals for improvement. This is part of taking responsibility for your own learning!
  • Giving away your music is intrinsically rewarding. It’s something that only YOU can do. So practice doing it often – starting now!

We can’t wait to see your recordings! Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season. May it be filled with music, family, and friends.