| Operas To Make You Laugh |
Students explore the works of Donizetti, Mozart, and Humperdinck in this offering by opera soprano artist, Yvette Lewis. Elixir of Love and Hansel and Gretel are used to highlight some of opera’s more lighthearted moments. This interactive program has students acting, singing, and playing instruments along with the artist. Grades K-6 & 7-12 |  | Out Of Many, One | (E Pluribus Unum)
Embark on a journey with Solid Brass Quartet & Percussion Ensemble into the history and folklore of the men, women, and children who left everything to immigrate to this great country. From their travel to their experiences at Ellis Island, this program looks at the adventure of those who helped shape our nation’s destiny.
Using music of their era, posters, humor, and student participation, children will gain an insight into the greatest experiment in freedom and liberty the world has ever known.
A review of the brass instruments will include a description of sound production. Various percussion instruments will be presented for the richness in color they provide. This is a PowerPoint/multimedia presentation.
Grades K-8 |  | Percussion Discussion | Hal Trapkin snares you into learning about the world of percussion with amusing demonstrations and audience participation. From a sound effects space fantasy, Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony on the kettledrums, a Latin-Afro audience ensemble, a marimba cartoon classic, to “A History of Drumming and Music in America,” everyone is mesmerized during this comical introduction to percussion. An exciting, fun-filled program with audience participation that will have everyone feeling the beat and tapping their feet! Grades PreK-12 • Great Family & Community Program Also Available |  Chris Marksbury; CM Photos |
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