Our studio participates in a variety of performances events throughout the course of the year.  Students of all ages and ability levels have the opportunity to participate in formal recitals and festivals, as well as fun, informal community performances.   There’s an event on this list for everyone!    Our studio participates in events sponsored by the Kansas City Music Teachers Association (KCMTA), the Olathe Music Teachers Association (OMTA) and the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC).

OMTA Halloween Recital

Our studio will partner with another studio from the Olathe area to present an informal recital of autumn and Halloween-themed music at a local nursing home.  Students are encouraged to come in costume.  A great opportunity for beginning and elementary students!

Saturday, October 29,2011 @ Greenwood Terrace
Grade 6 & under.  Piano & Clarinet

Master Lessons

At several times during the year, intermediate and advanced students have the opportunity to take a lesson with a Master Teacher (typically a concert artist or collegiate-level instructor).  Master Lessons provide students with a wonderful opportunity to receive outside feedback on repertoire and technique.

KCMTA Master Lessons w/ Dr. Steven Spooner: Sept. 30-Oct.3, 2011
OMTA Master Lessons: November; Instructor & Exact Dates TBA
NFMC Master Lessons: February, Instructor & Exact Dates TBA
Intermediate Level & above.  Piano. $$

OMTA Fall Honors Recital

A joint recital with studios from across Olathe.  Three students from our studio will be selected to represent us in this “Best of Olathe” recital.

Sunday, November 6, 2011
Late Elementary Level & above.  Piano & clarinet. (By invitation)

KCMTA Holiday Program

Students from our studio will perform holiday music downtown in the lobby of the Westin Crown Center Hotel to entertain holiday guests and shoppers.

Saturday, December 3, 2011 @ Westin Crown Center
Early Intermediate Level & above.  Piano & Clarinet

Christmas Recording Project

Students will work through late fall and winter to learn several Christmas selections, and freshen up other favorite repertoire from the year.  During the fall semester, we’ll record songs to create a CD gift students can share!  Students receive one complimentary CD, and are given the opportunity to purchase additional copies to give as gifts.

Fall Semester
All ages and ability levels.  Piano

KCMTA Multi-Piano Concert

This exciting ensemble event features duet teams performing simultaneously on a stage full of 16 grand pianos, under the direction of a professional conductor.  Students are paired with a duet partner from within our studio, then join with other students from across the Kansas City area for the concerts.  Two rehearsals are required prior to this concert.

Rehearsal – Saturday, January 21, 2012 @ The Toon Shop (Prairie Village)
Rehearsal – Saturday, February 11, 2012 @ The Lied Center (Lawrence)
Concert – Sunday, February 12, 2012 @ The Lied Center (Lawrence)
Late elementary level and above.  Piano.  $$

OMTA Solo Festival

Students prepare one solo selection to be performed for a judge.  Each student receives a written critique and award.  Students also showcase their knowledge of theory through a written theory program.  This is an excellent opportunity for students to receive outside feedback on their skills in a positive festival environment.

Saturday, March 30, 2011 @ MidAmerica Nazarene University (Performance & theory evaluations)
Sunday, April 1, 2011 @ MidAmerica Nazarene University (Festival Recital & awards – OPTIONAL)
All ages & ability levels.  Piano & clarinet.  $$

Solo Contest

Clarinet students prepare one solo selection to be performed at the District Festival.  Students perform for a judge and receive critiques and a rating.  High school students are eligible to progress to the Regional and State level festivals.

District Festivals – Late March (vary by school)
Regional Festival – Saturday, April 14, 2012, Location TBA
State Festival – Saturday, April 28, 2012 @ Emporia State University
7th Grade and above.  Clarinet.

Studio Spring Recital & Awards Ceremony

Our end of year celebration!  All students are encouraged to participate in one of two recitals (on the same afternoon/evening), each followed by an awards ceremony recognizing student achievements from throughout the year.

May – exact date TBA
All ages & ability levels.  Piano & clarinet.

$$ denotes events requiring entry fees