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Music offers the chance to be
creative and to discover and explore new talents. Your child will also develop
responsibility, improve coordination, concentration, discipline, and builds
confidence in meeting new challenges. What ever music is or becomes to your
child, participating in the instrumental program will open up a whole new
world with new friends and opportunities.
Arlington Schools offers an
instrumental music program beginning in 4th grade. Students who are new to the
district or 5th graders who opted not to begin the program earlier may also
join. Weekly 30 minute lessons start in the fall, later when the beginners
have progressed sufficiently, they come together to form a band or orchestra.
Students are expected to practice daily, complete a practice chart, bring
instrument and all materials to school on the assigned day for lessons or
rehearsals.
Mrs. Fraitag, Band
Mrs. Ely, Orchestra
Miss Littler, General Music
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Guidelines For Concert Attendence
The audience, as well as the musicians, are participants
in every concert. When you participate in listening to the music, you will be
sharing this experience with others in the audience and with the musicians on
stage. Formal concerts are much different from rock concerts or sporting
events, and require you to know some specific concert manners. In order to
make a concert enjoyable for everyone, here are some tips to remember:
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Enter the auditorium quietly. Once you have
been seated, be alert to activity on the stage as the musicians take their
place for the concert.
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When the conductor enters, it is customary to
applaud politely. Whistling, yelling, or screaming is not appropriate at any
time before, during, or after a concert.
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Never stand or move around while music is being
perfromed. It distracts listeners around you, as well as the performers. If
you must leave for any reason, wait until a piece is finished, and the
audience is applauding. Also, return to your seat only between numbers.
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It is impolite to talk, or even whisper, while
the music is being performed. Listeners and performers are also distracted by
sounds from programs, candy wrappers, jewelry and other objects. Remain still,
and be thoughtful of others by talking or making sounds only between numbers.
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It is impolite to eat or drink refreshments
during a concert. It is also impolite to wear hats or caps during a concert.
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Always say "excuse me," if you must pass in
front of someone while going to or from your seat.
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If you must cough or sneeze while the music is
being performed, always try to muffle the sound with a tissue or handkerchief.
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Watch the conductor when the music stops to
decide whether or not to applaud. Some musical works have several parts or
movements and the audience is expected to applaud only after all movements
have been performed.
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Do not leave as soon as your child's portion of
the concert is over. All of the students deserve a full audience for their
performances.
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Concerts and other perfromances require
self-discipline and patience from the audience. Understandably, children
under the age five have difficulty sitting quietly still for any length of
time. They become easily distracted and bored and can disturb others
around them. We ask that you consider childcare for younger siblings at
home on concert night.
If you always remember these simple guidelines, and use
your own good manners, you can feel confident attending a concert anywhere. We
wish to thank the Union Vale Middle School music department for sharing these
concert tips with us.
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