| Program Type | Performance |
| Art Form | Music |
| Curriculum/a | Social Studies | Language Arts / Literacy |
| Target Grades | Elementary School (1st - 5th grade) |
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Testimonial
"Absolutely wonderful! I love the pieces and the explanation of the harp. Thank you!"
-Laurie Kenagy, Executive Director, Ridgefield Symphony
-Laurie Kenagy, Executive Director, Ridgefield Symphony
Description
Wendy explores the music of the holidays including Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, with music from around the world and discussion of the history of the music and of the holidays. How does music add to the celebrations? How does it describe the place it came from? What are your holiday traditions and music? Wendy also shares the amazing history of the harp, and the science of how the harp creates music. The program includes numerous opportunities for student participation and seeks to encourage appreciation of other cultures and religions.
Objectives
1) To enhance the enjoyment of the holiday time with beautiful music
2) To increase awareness and appreciation of the different holidays and their cultures
3) To foster an appreciation for music and playing an instrument
4) To increase the listening pleasure of music by exploring the many components, moods, stories and interesting history of the music
5) To explore the science of sound and music
6) To show students how music can be a pathway to explore emotions and cultures
7) To show what it is like to be an artist today.
2) To increase awareness and appreciation of the different holidays and their cultures
3) To foster an appreciation for music and playing an instrument
4) To increase the listening pleasure of music by exploring the many components, moods, stories and interesting history of the music
5) To explore the science of sound and music
6) To show students how music can be a pathway to explore emotions and cultures
7) To show what it is like to be an artist today.
Pricing Information
$515 single performance
$845 back to back performances
$845 back to back performances
Video
Program Length
45 Minutes
Participants
150 Maximum
Technical Specifications
Clean, well lit performing area
Access to electrical power
If there is a flight of stairs, assistance carrying the harp (two strong adults or teenagers)
Access to electrical power
If there is a flight of stairs, assistance carrying the harp (two strong adults or teenagers)