Summer Recital Preparation!

Dear Music Friends,

It's time to get excited about our Summer Showcase Recital! Talk with your teacher this week to begin selecting songs and preparing for a fun filled family friendly event.

Preparing for the Showcase Recital!

We are so excited to have our students show off their hard work and skills on Saturday, June 15th and 22nd 2024. 

Have you confirmed your time yet?

Simply click here and confirm your recital performance time in your student account. Need a different time? You can request a new time here too!

You may be wondering, what now? How do I encourage my child to participate?

The first thing we recommend is to have a conversation with your children about what a recital is; a fun way to play for friends and family. The showcase is absolutely optional but I’m sure you’d love to hear your children play or sing. Ask your children open-ended questions and recognize their hard work. Mention how much they’ve been practicing and how lovely one or a few of their pieces are sounding.

This week is a great time to let your teacher know you are interested in performing at the recital.

How do we prepare?

Now for the really fun part, students, choosing a piece. I recommend choosing something that you really enjoy playing and that you feel you play well. Talk to your teacher for suggestions and if there’s not a piece you’re currently working on that excites you, check out our selection of supplementary repertoire books that go with your lesson book (oftentimes listed on the back).

Next is to prepare the piece. After learning all of the pitches and rhythm it’s time to polish the songs with dynamics and articulations. For those of you who play an instrument other than the piano, you may want to consider playing with a piano accompanist.

Do I need to memorize my piece?

This is the question that we get the most and the one that makes students the most nervous: the answer is no. After practicing a piece for several weeks we may naturally memorize it but when adding the excitement and nerves of a performance, we may forget certain sections. That’s why we say, bring your books! Even if you end up not looking at the book at all, having the book in front of you provides a safety net to ensure a superb performance.

 Lastly, let’s talk about some small details. Attire is semi-formal. Practice playing in front of others and don’t forget to bow or curtsy after your fantastic performance. Can't wait to see you on the red carpet for pictures prior to the show!

Musically,
Mariana

Director Medina School of Music

Have you confirmed your time yet?

Simply click here and confirm your recital performance time in your student account. Need a different time? You can request a new time here too!

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