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CHILDREN'S CONCERTS
Each fall, the West Suburban Symphony Orchestra presents a day of educational concerts, designed to be a field trip experience for students in elementary and early middle school. Each performance is 45 minutes long, and includes instructional comments by Music Director Peter Lipari.
To join the mailing list to receive printed registration materials, send an email with the school's postal address to kids@westsubsymphony.org.
Peter and the Wolf Concert Set for October 25, 2010
On Monday, October 25, the orchestra will present its 19th annual concert for school children: Peter and the Wolf. This concert is a wonderful opportunity for teachers to share the excitement of a live orchestra performance with their students at a modest cost.
Maestro Lipari will conduct this playful, classic work by Sergei Prokofiev - a piece of music with narration that showcases each section of the orchestra and has delighted and inspired young people ever since its composition in 1936.
The program is especially well suited for students in grades 2-6. In the past, entire grade levels, band and orchestra members, and general music classes have attended.
Fast facts for the October 25 concert:
- Location: Christ Church of Oak Brook, York Road and 31st Street
- Time: Three identical 45-minute performances, at 9:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m., and 1 p.m.
- Cost: $3.50 per student, with 1 chaperone free for every 12 students
- To register: See concert details and registration form.
Comments received from the past concerts:
"Wow! What a wonderful performance! My 5th grade band students just returned from the performance and were in awe of the wonderful sound of the orchestra. The music chosen to be presented was perfect. The director had a marvelous rapport with the kids. What a great opportunity for the students to hear excellent live music!"
"The concert yesterday was beautiful. I always enjoy it so much and the choice of music is so perfect for kids. The kids really liked it, too. The way Peter talked to them about active listening really helped them pay attention and notice the instrumentation!"
“Superior interaction on the part of the conductor. Our 4th grade team looks forward to your concert each year.”
“Selections were perfect, conductor was entertaining, length was appropriate for age level, price is reasonable and location convenient.”
“Wonderful concert! Kids are still talking about it! Thank you so much!”
“This is always a positive experience for the students and a great first orchestra concert!”
“The conductor was really entertaining! He captured the students’ attention and motivated them to listen by actively engaging them in the whole experience.”
“What beautiful music! Students and staff both enjoyed the performance.”
“The interaction with the symphony members and my students were outstanding. Everyone was very friendly and open to them.”
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