Dear students,
I have to say that I am very impressed with the way you performed on Sunday @ our dress rehearsal. It is clear to me that everyone has done their best to prepare the music. The most important part of your orchestra experience has already occurred-the rehearsals & the progress. The concert is the icing on the cake, when you get to share your musical experiences with many people who will appreciate greatly that you are performing for them.
Rehearsal/Homework - Sinfonietta
I am delighted to say that I do not really have any concerns about your music for the concert. When we did the play through of each piece they felt comfortable & manageable. Please practice all of your music with your metronome especially, but it wouldn't hurt to do some work with the tuner, & review all of your highlighted or circled areas where your section has had problems previously.
Rehearsal/Homework - Sinfonia
Ok, so we have a little work to do... I gave you very challenging music to learn & you have really risen to the occasion. In the rehearsal the Handel Little Fugue was probably the weakest & fell apart quite a bit. This is usually pretty solid so it just goes to show that you can always find more work to do in music!! Be sure to work on this with your metronome as that is the biggest group issue. Amazingly, we had hardly any issues with either Skaters' Waltz or White Christmas!! Keep reviewing all of your music, practicing with the tuner & metronome daily, & focusing on the problems that have been highlighted or circled.
I am excited to do the concert on Sunday. You have all impressed me with your effort & determination. Be sure to bring as many people as possible for the family concert so that they can all hear your wonderful work.
With great appreciation,
Louise :)
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