OCTOBER 2019
FACULTY CONCERT: "ONCE UPON A STARRY NIGHT"
Friday, October 4
7:30 PM

 Please join WCMS for for our first faculty concert of the 2019-2020 season, featuring flute faculty member Elzbieta Brandys-O'Neill with special guests Cherry Kim, cello and Ai-Ying Chiu, piano. This fabulous trio (known as the CK Ensemble) will transport listeners to 19th- and early 20th-century Paris with a program of music by French composers. Pre-concert reception begins at 7:00 pm. Free admission. More information here.
DEPARTMENTAL & SEASONAL EVENTS
MUSIC AT MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY: A WALKING TOUR
Sunday, October 20, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Founded in 1831, Mount Auburn was America's first garden cemetery and the final resting place of many notable people from Boston and beyond. Join us for a two-hour walking tour that will feature famous highlights of Mount Auburn along with stops at music-related graves including Chickering (of Chickering pianos) and Zildjian (the maker of percussion cymbals). The walk will cover up to 2 miles on moderately hilly terrain and will be led by WCMS staff member Cathy Breitkreutz, a former employee of Mount Auburn Cemetery. Sign up at the front desk or call 781-721-2950 to reserve space. Suggested $5 donation per person. More details here.
LITTLE MUSIC MAKERS & BUDDING ARTISTS at STUDIO ON THE COMMON
Begins October 21
WCMS is teaming up with Studio on the Common to offer a special art and music class for preschool age children and their caregivers! Running for five weeks, each hour-long class will include 30 minutes of music and 30 minutes of art. Class size will be limited to 15 parent/child pairs per session and we'll offer two sessions (9:00 AM and 10:15 AM). All activities will be appropriate for the range of preschool ages with assistance from their caregivers. More details here.
MOCK AUDITION WORKSHOP FOR MMEA SENIOR DISTRICTS & ALL-STATE
Saturday, November 9, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Register by November 4 
For high school students trying out for the MMEA Senior District and All-State Festivals. This workshop will provide feedback from faculty adjudicators, plus a wealth of information about the audition process including how to prepare, manage nerves, and develop presentation skills. Pre-registration is required. Sign up in the front office or cal us at 781-721-2950. More information here.
WELCOME TO NEW FACULTY MEMBERS
WCMS is pleased to welcome piano faculty member Hongge Du, who teaches on Thursdays. Hongge holds bachelor's and master's degrees from the New England Conservatory; has performed worldwide in concerts and festivals; and welcomes students of all ages, including younger children (ages 5+). Read more about Hongge here.
WCMS is also pleased to welcome piano faculty member Liang Liang, who teaches on Tuesdays. Liang studied for many years at the China Conservatory of Music and holds advanced degrees in piano performance from the University of Cincinnati. She has performed and taught both in the US and abroad, and accepts students of all ages, including younger children (ages 5+).  Read more about Liang here.
Upcoming Events
10/3  Open Mic @ Starbucks
10/4  Faculty Concert
10/17  Youth Civic Gathering at Jenks Center
10/18  Workshop: "Body Mapping for Musicians"
10/19  Master Class: "Music Theory for Singers" (youth)
10/20  Mount Auburn Cemetery Walking Tour
10/21  Little Music Makers & Budding Artists at Studio on the Common
10/24  Americana Slow Jam
10/26  Halloween Parade
10/26  Halloween Outreach Recital
10/26  Workshop: "Sight Reading Superstars"
11/1  Broadway on Highland
11/2  Master Class: "Music Theory for Singers" (adults)
11/4  Registration deadline for Senior District Mock Audition Workshop (11/9)
 
Classes in October & November
Check out these 4 or 8 week classes that begin soon!

Eurhythmics for Seniors (older adults): Begins 10/3
Keyboard Harmony (ages 12+): Begins 10/7
Music Appreciation: Haydn, the Symphonist (adults) : Begins 10/8
Group Keyboard (adults): Begins 10/7
Theory Classes (ages 10-adult): Begin 10/8
Intro to Guitar (ages 10-adult): Begins 11/5
Music & Movement (18 mos - 3 years): Begins 11/6 & 11/9
First Steps in Music (ages 2-5): Begins 11/8
Group Ukulele (kids & adults): Begins 11/9 & 11/12
Intro to Pro Tools (teens & adults): Begins 11/11
October Blog: Practice Makes Perfect
Tips for Practicing Success!

Do you wonder how to make practicing an easier part of the routine? Is it supposed to be such a challenge? Assistant Director Sara Schwindt gives some great advice in our October blog!
Meet & Greet Month
Discuss your goals for the year with your teachers!

During the month of October, we invite students and parents to schedule 5-10 minutes of an upcoming lesson to discuss musical goals for the year. Please talk with your teacher and help us ensure we're creating shared goals for your music education.
Volunteers
Thank you! You're amazing!

We gratefully acknowledge the many volunteers (see the list!) who assisted us with events last month. If you would like to learn more about volunteer opportunities, please visit our volunteer page . Thank you!
School Year Hours
Mon - Thur: 9 AM - 9 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday: 8 AM - 5 PM

Open Saturday, Oct. 12 for regular lessons & classes
 
Closed Monday, Oct. 14 for Columbus Day
Open Thursday, October 31 for regular lessons & classes 
 
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