Winter break is called a "break" for a reason, but does that mean your instrument shouldn't come out of its case for two weeks? Ms. Chappell truly does understand that this time of year can be busy and practicing may be not the only thing on everyone's minds. Also, it is important to rest and recover. However, if you are home over break for at least a little while, practicing should be on your to-do list. Middle school students have concerts and scholarship auditions soon after the new year begins, and in order to be properly prepared, practicing is important. Do a little each day and it will get you far! Need more guidance for home practice? See your grade-level page for more specifics, or consult the "how to practice at home" PDF on the parents page. Plus, playing a "concert" for your family and friends is a great way to practice your performance skills!
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I hope your families have a restful and enjoyable winter break!
I also wanted to make you aware of a couple of opportunities for camp scholarships and give a few reminders regarding upcoming events. Here they are in list form: -AAPS Summer music camp scholarship auditions will be held at Huron High School on February 23. If you and your child are interested, please sign up for an audition slot NO LATER THAN Friday, DECEMBER 21. More information at https://www.a2schools.org/site/default.aspx?PageID=9703 -Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp will be at STEAM on Wednesday, February 6. Students will have the opportunity to audition for a scholarship during their class time. -Solo & Ensemble is on Saturday, February 9. Performance times and additional details will come out once I receive the information from the state office. Currently, all ensembles have music, and soloists should ensure they are practicing solos and are arranging rehearsals with an accompanist as the event gets closer. -Orchestra night is Tuesday, February 12. A detailed email will be sent once we return from break. Combined rehearsal dates with A2 Open will be Wed. January 30 at STEAM, and Monday, February 4 at Open, in addition to the day of the concert. |
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