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Raising Voices Opera Showcase – April 7th

Raising Voices opera singers

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Don’t miss a dynamic showcase of Washington National Opera’s Domingo-Cafritz Young Artists and George Mason University’s Opera and Vocal Studies Program at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Sunday, April 7th – FREE for kids/teens! Join us for a thrilling program of opera, operetta, musical theater arias, ensembles, and scenes.

WHAT: Raising Voices Opera Showcase
WHEN: Sunday, April 7th, 4PM
WHERE: Hylton Performing Arts Center, Manassas   Get Directions
COST: Free to kids/teens (up to 2 tickets). Adults $20. (Adult companion required for students grades 9 and under)

 

 

Enjoy the breathtaking scope and talent of these young artists on the stage of the beautiful (and acoustically brilliant) Merchant Hall as they prepare to blossom on the international stage!

 

Raising Voices Opera Showcase flier

 

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College Music Audition Workshop – March 30th

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Presented by Mason’s School of Music, this free event is designed for high school sophomores and juniors to experience what it’s like to audition for college! Commonly referred to as mock or practice auditions, this day will include a panel discussion with Mason music ambassadors, academic information sessions, and opportunities to interact with Mason students and faculty.

WHAT: College Music Audition Workshop
WHEN: Saturday, March 30, 2019 – 9 AM
WHERE: de Laski Performing Arts Building, Mason Fairfax Campus     See Map
COST: FREE
PARKING: Free parking available in Parking Lot K or paid parking in Mason Pond Parking Deck

 

Music Audition Workshop Flier

 

Highlights of the day include:

  • Strategy to deal with performance anxiety and nerves during auditions.
  • Selecting audition music, what are the professors listening for?
  • How to balance your course load in college.
  • Careers beyond teaching and performing – having a 21st career in music.

 

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New Kodaly Music Teaching Documentary Released

Kodaly music solfege demonstration

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A new documentary about the international adaptation of the Kodály concept of music education has been released.  The film invites you to get an insight into the educational work of Hungarian composer Zoltan Kodály and his followers, and also highlights the impact music learning, singing, and choir communities have on children, including their mental and social development.

Watch the documentary here:

 

The Academy has presented a Summer Kodály Workshop for K-12 music educators for many years, under the expert guidance and leadership of Program Director Robbin Marcus. Teachers can participate in 3 summers of Kodály Levels I, II and III to earn a Certificate. There is also an option to receive Graduate college credit through Mason’s School of Music, plus a brand new Hybrid Master’s Program involving the 3 on-site summer courses plus online coursework.

 

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Visual Arts Family Event at Mason – March 23rd

Off The Wall Family Art Festival

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George Mason University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts would like to invite you to “OFF THE WALL”, a family-friendly design, media, and fine arts festival featuring a mac-and-cheese bar, local brewery and distillery tastings, and activities for all! Join us on the Mason Fairfax campus on Saturday, March 23rd.

WHAT: OFF THE WALL
WHEN: Saturday, March 23, 2019 – 2-5 PM
WHERE: Art and Design Building, Mason Fairfax Campus     See Map
PARKING: Complimentary parking in Shenandoah Parking Deck     See Map

COST:
$30 regular adult
$20 Mason alumni, faculty, and staff
$10 ages 14-18
FREE for children 13 and under

 

Off The Wall Family Art Festival

 

Every Spring Mason opens its Art and Design Building to alumni, parents, prospective students, and the public for a showcase of the visual arts at Mason. Tour 15 open studios and hands-on exhibits with student and faculty artists, enjoy the music, plus create your own works of art – it’s a great party!

(The Art and Design Building is where the Academy holds our Saturday Art Classes for the community.)

 

Off The Wall Family Art Festival

 

 

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Community Outreach Events Music

Honors Music Recitals – Sunday, March 17th

Student performing at Honors Recital

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As part of our annual Spring Music Competition, a group of higher scoring participants has been selected to perform in one of two very special Honors Recitals, taking place on Sunday, March 17th in Harris Theatre on the Mason Fairfax campus. Come and join us for a delightful afternoon of performances!

WHAT: Spring Competition Honors Recitals 2019
WHEN: Sunday, March 17, 2019 – 1PM and 3PM
WHERE: Harris Theatre, Mason Fairfax Campus     See Map
PARKING: You can park in Lot K for free or the Mason Pond Parking Deck for $8
COST: FREE and open to the public

Over 90 Competition participants (both Academy and non-Academy music students) sent in Audition videos in January, which were then adjudicated by Mason School of Music professors, who provided scoring and comments.  The score sheets and valuable feedback commentary were given to the particpants’ music teachers to review in their next music lesson. The highest scoring participants from the four age divisions (Elementary, Middle School, High School and Adult Amateur) were then selected to perform in the recitals.

The Competition also serves as an important fundraiser. Proceeds from the application and recital fees will go to support the Academy’s scholarship and outreach programs, helping to provide access to quality arts education experiences to all members of the community.

Come and show your support for these up-and-coming musicians, and listen to a wonderful array of music styles and instrumentation!

 

Learn more about our Spring Music Competition