James' Music Studio
Three brothers with Mr. James after Recital, May 2009

Spring Recital 2009 for Mr. James' Studio

Saturday, May 23rd at 10:00am

Holy Cross Anglican Church, Hwy. 96, Franklin

STUDENT

COMPOSITION

COMPOSER/ARRANGER

Trevor

Over the Rainbow

Harold Arlen

Mimi

Chinese Painting
Happy Red from Colorful Sonatina

trad. Chinese
Nancy Faber

Jaran

Battle Hymn of the Republic
Ol’ Rockin' Chair Blues

Civil War song
Martha Miers

Karina

I Found a Penny
Are You Sleeping?

Nancy Faber
French folksong

Brandon

Prelude in B Minor
Waltz in A Minor

Frederic Chopin
Edvard Grieg

Olivia

San Francisco Trolley
I've Got Music

Faber
Faber

Alexander

Racoon’s Lullaby

Faber

Justin

Mockingbird

Calypso tune

Kirsten

Boogie Woogie Man

Pete Johnson

Bryard

Misty

Erroll Garner

Gracie

The Muffin Man
Rejoice in the Lord

trad. English
Sunday School song

Sedona

Firefly

Faber

David

Morning
Ode to Joy

Grieg
Beethoven

 

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Recital Etiquette

Recital is a warm and friendly event where students can exhibit the skills acquired during the term. Family and fellow students will be there to enjoy the performances. No one is competing with another student. All ages and levels will be represented. To help things run smoothly, please observe the following guidelines:

*Dress nicely as you would for church or any special affair: dress shirt for boys, no sneakers (tie, suit or jacket is optional); slacks, skirt and blouse or dress for girls, and dress shoes (no platform shoes or athletic shoes).

*Arrive a few minutes before the recital begins if you want to warm up. If you are using your music, remember your book! (Memorizaton is encouraged but not required.)

*Family and friends may take their seats in the sanctuary. Students should sit with their relatives during the program.

*Remember to turn off cell phones and pagers—or set on vibrate.

*When your name is called, walk (don’t run) to the piano with confidence and be seated on the bench. Don’t bow before you play--only afterward.

*Take a moment to think about your piece before you start to play. Maintain good posture -- don’t slouch or let your legs swing.

*If you make a mistake, stay calm. Try not to make a face! Just continue to play. Most people will not even notice. If you lose your place, find a good starting spot and finish gracefully.

*The audience should respect every player and remain quiet during each performance. Video cameras are allowed to be used from your seat, but flash photography should wait till the performer is finished.

*If you are playing more than one selection, pause a few seconds between pieces and bow only after the last piece is finished.

*When done, rise from the bench (don’t leap up), look at the audience, smile sweetly and take a bow.

*Walk back to sit with your family. Please stay for the entire recital which will not exceed an hour.

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WHY ARE RECITALS BENEFICIAL?
Performing is a vital component of the discipline of music study. Students grow by participating in recitals, auditions, competitions, or festivals. Students who learn to perform develop many character traits that distinguish them from those who have not had such an opportunity. Performing is a natural outgrowth of the discipline acquired by students who do well in music lessons. They learn to arrive on time for lessons, to schedule practice time regularly, and to prepare the material assigned to them. Students gain more than the ability to create music on their instrument, or an appreciation for music. They can realize they have the ability and skills to analyze and overcome new challenges throughout their lives. Students learn that during a public performance they can adjust for missed notes or fingers that become tangled on a difficult passage. They also learn the meaning of adequate preparation—a skill often overlooked. Life is filled with little performances such as school exams or job interviews. Learning to face the challenges of performing will better prepare students to live their lives responsibly.

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