We will end of recital portion with a song sung by all students and the lyrics and a video to sing along with were sent out again this week by email. All students will be asked to come to the stage at the end for a photo op and to sing. I am hoping to have the lyrics on the screen for those that may not have it memorized and for the audience to join in if they can. Feel free also to copy and paste these lyrics and print off a sheet to bring if needed. Our recital is meant to be a beautiful showcasing of Christmas and seasonal music and we work hard to do our best, but keep in mind this is meant more to be just a simple sharing of the gift of music. Encourage lots of practice, but also emphasize the fun and enjoyment rather than stress and pressure.
We will have one more regular lesson next week to make our final preparations for recital. We will go over bowing and recital etiquette, be sure to have students practice this at home when they practice their recital piece all next week.
The week following the recital, December 14-17, will be our last lesson before the Christmas break and it will be a special Christmas Master Class/Piano Party, there will be no regularly scheduled lessons that week instead you will have the opportunity to sign up for any one of the specially scheduled master classes, just as you did at Thanksgiving. This last week before Christmas is historically a busy one with many school concerts so hopefully these master classes will give you a bit of flexibility during a busy time as you can choose whichever day works for you, they are also un-parented so you will have the opportunity for a last minute errand to the grocery store or Londonderry mall during that hour OR a quiet cup of coffee at the local Tim Horton’s or Starbucks. Please RSVP by email with your child’s name and the day/time you choose for the master class in the subject line.
Monday, December 14, 6-7pm
Tuesday, December 15, 4-5pm
Wednesday, December 16, 5-6pm
Michelle Miller Music Studio 