Children's Discovery Concert November 13, 2019

Description

On Wednesday, November 13, 2019, at 10:00 a.m., hundreds of students and teachers will arrive at the Arapahoe Philharmonic’s Children’s Discovery Concert to experience a special performance just for them. This year’s program is titled “Symphonic, Not Classical.” Join Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Professor Snooty von Classicus, Maestro Devin Patrick Hughes and your Arapahoe Philharmonic, as we take you on a “symphonic” tour through the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras, and all the way to 2019! Students will learn about the different styles and time periods of symphonic music, and that not everything we play is “classical” music. In an interactive format, students will also learn about concert etiquette and experience orchestral instrument demonstrations before and during the concert.

The morning begins at 9:30 a.m. with instrument demonstrations around the hall. Once students are checked in and seated, they will be greeted by adult orchestra players who will tell the students about their instruments and demonstrate how to play them. Some AP members may even allow the students to try out the instruments themselves! Students will also be able to visit the percussion section and learn how to conduct.

As the concert begins, students will be on the edge of their seats, looking especially at their favorite instrument. They know what to expect in the concert because the Teacher’s Guide has helped teachers prepare them. The Guide is a great tool to use with students before arriving on concert day. It connects the music with hands-on activities to Language Arts, Social Studies, Art and other subjects. The students will be thoroughly engaged by the narrator who helps tell the story. The concert is geared toward students in grades 3 through 5, though the program is sure to be enjoyed by slightly younger and older students as well.

The Children's Discovery Concert is also open to the public.

The Arapahoe Philharmonic has a deep commitment to music education, and educating our children and youth is an integral part of our mission. Colorado State Music Standards 3 (Theory of Music) and 4 (Aesthetic Valuation of Music) will be the educational focus of the concert. Join us for a great morning of education and music!