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Table of Contents 2018 - 2019 Suzuki Academic Year Calendar Suzuki Administration Concert Dates Group Class Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/22/2018) Suzuki Orchestra Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/22/2018) Suzuki Spring Workshop (updated 8/22/2018) Chamber Music Recital Dates (updated 8/23/2018) Suzuki Achievement Days (updated 8/22/2018) Suzuki Solo Recital Dates (updated 8/22/2018) Suzuki Seniors Recital CMEA Regional Dates (updated 8/22/2018) Connecticut Youth Symphony Concerts (updated 8/22/2018) General Information Community Division Office Hours and Phone Numbers Contacting Community Division Faculty Parking at Hartt and the UUC Cell Phone/Computer-Free Zone in All Lessons and Groups Program-Specific Attendance/Absence School Closings UUC Notes and Reminders Suzuki Information Suzuki Philosophy Suzuki Association of the Americas – Parent Membership Private Lessons Hartt Suzuki Program Private Lesson Expectations Attendance Policy Solo Recitals “Practice with Frank” Solo Recital Performance Attire Achievement Days Performances Suzuki Group Class/Orchestra Schedule 2018-19 Cello Groups Guitar Groups Orchestra Viola Groups Violin Groups Group Class Concert Dates 1
Hartt Suzuki Group Class Program Student Expectations General Classes Performances Group Class Dates Attendance Policy Concert Admission Performance Attire (Mandatory) Pre-Twinkle through Intermezzo Group Classes and Orchestras Vivace, Aria & Opus Group Classes/Orchestra Uniforms Suzuki String Orchestras Personnel: Program Description: Rehearsal Schedule Rehearsal Dates Performances Membership Performance Attire Requirements Attendance Policy Withdrawal Policy Expectations Rehearsals Concert Admission 2
2018 - 2019 Suzuki Academic Year Calendar 3
Suzuki Administration Teri Einfeldt, Department Chair Alexandra Hadden, Violin Coordinator and Administrative Assistant Melinda Daetsch, Viola Coordinator Blake Brasch, Lower Strings Coordinator David Madsen, Guitar Coordinator Emmett Drake, Orchestra Director Samantha Drake & Christie Felsing, Achievement Days Co-Coordinators Christie Felsing, Blake & Reagan Brasch, Workshop Coordinators The Hartt School Community Division 200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117 Hartt Community Division Office (860) 768-4451 Email: harttcomm@hartford.edu Suzuki Administration Email: harttsuzu@hartford.edu Concert Dates Group Class Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/22/2018) January 13, 2019 12:00 pm Lincoln Theater Guitar Groups 3:00 pm Violin, Viola and Cello May 11, 2019 10:00 am Lincoln Theater Guitar Groups 12:00 pm Lincoln Theater Cello Groups 4:00 pm Lincoln Theater Viola Groups 6:00 pm Lincoln Theater Violin Groups Suzuki Orchestra Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/22/2018) December 9, 2018 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater All Suzuki Orchestras May 4, 2019 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater All Suzuki Orchestras *Suzuki Orchestra and Group Class Concerts require general admission tickets. Tickets are free of charge and may be reserved online at www.harttweb.hartford.edu or by calling the University Box Office at (860) 768-4228. The Box Office, located in the lobby of Lincoln Theater, is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets may be requested up to six weeks in advance and are also available at the door beginning one hour prior to each event. All persons regardless of age require a ticket for entrance; this includes lap infants and toddlers. We recommend reserving tickets in advance to prevent disappointment. **Families will receive a link for pre-sales, families are allowed 3 tickets through the ticket pre-sale. There is no limit during open sales. 4
Suzuki Spring Workshop (updated 8/22/2018) March 15, 2019 3:00 - 8:00 pm UUC Student Masterclasses March 16, 2019 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Hartt School Student Sessions March 17, 2019 9:00 - 6:00 pm Hartt, Rm 410 Teacher Session; Student Sessions Chamber Music Recital Dates (updated 8/23/2018) January 15, 2019 (Tue) 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles January 19, 2019 (Sat) 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles January 20, 2019 (Sun) 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles May 26, 2019 (Tue) 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles June 1, 2019 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles June 2, 2019 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles Suzuki Achievement Days (updated 8/22/2018) May 13 - 17, 2018 (M - F) UUC Special Schedule TBA May 18, 2018 (SAT) Hartt, Rm TBA Special Schedule TBA Suzuki Solo Recital Dates (updated 8/22/2018) Note that a recital will take place only if a sufficient number of students are available to perform. October 13, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss 5:00 pm October 14, 2018 (Sun) 3:30 pm Room 21 5:00 pm November 17, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss 5:00 pm December 1, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss 5:00 pm December 2, 2018 (Sun) 2:30 pm Room 21 4:00 pm January 19, 2019 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss 5:00 pm 5
February 2, 2019 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss 5:00 pm February 3, 2019 (Sun) 3:30 pm Room 21 5:00 pm March 9, 2019 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss 5:00 pm March 10, 2019 (Sun) 3:30 pm Room 21 5:00 pm April 13, 2019 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss 5:00 pm May 5, 2019 (Sun) 2:30 pm Room 21 4:00 pm May 12, 2019 (Sun) 2:30 pm Room 21 4:00 pm June 2, 2019 (Sun) 3:30 pm Room 21 5:00 pm Suzuki Seniors Recital April 28, 2019 7:30 pm Berkman Auditorium Graduating Seniors CMEA Regional Dates (updated 8/22/2018) Northern Region Middle School Adjudication Date January 12, 2019 Festival Dates March 22 - 23, 2019 Northern Region High School Adjudication Date November 3, 2018 Festival Dates January 18 - 19, 2019 Eastern Region Middle School Adjudication Date November 3, 2018 Festival Dates March 8 - 9, 2019 Eastern Region High School Adjudication Date November 10, 2018 Festival Dates January 4 - 5, 2019 Southern Region Middle School Adjudication Date December 1, 2018 Festival Dates March 1 - 2, 2019 Southern Region High School Adjudication Date November 17, 2018 Festival Dates January 11 - 12, 2019 6
Western Region Middle School Adjudication Date December 1, 2018 Festival Dates March 15 - 16, 2019 Western Region High School Adjudication Date November 10, 2018 Festival Dates January 11 - 12, 2019 All-State Festival Adjudication Date February 2, 2019 Festival Dates April 11 - 13, 2019 Connecticut Youth Symphony Concerts (updated 8/22/2018) December 16, 2018 (Sun) 7:30 pm Millard Auditorium March 22, 2019 (Fri) 7:30 pm Millard Auditorium March 23, 2019 (Sat) 7:30 pm Millard Auditorium May 5, 2019 (Sat) 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater General Information Community Division Office Hours and Phone Numbers Regular School Year Office Hours – September-May Monday-Thursday 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday Closed General Information: (860) 768-4451 Office Email: harttcomm@hartford.edu Web Address: hartford.edu/hcd Contacting Community Division Faculty Please ask your private lesson and group class teachers how they would prefer for you to get in touch with them. Each teacher runs his/her studio a little differently, so you should find out what works best for him/her. General questions about the Suzuki program should be directed to Alexandra Hadden, Suzuki administrator, at harttsuzu@hartford.edu. Messages for Teri Einfeldt, the Suzuki Program Director, can be sent to einfeldt@hartford.edu. Parking at Hartt and the UUC University of Hartford Parking for our families having lessons/orchestra at the University of Hartford is available in Lot D. In Lot D, please remember to park in regular spaces (i.e. not in faculty parking, visitor parking, commuter parking marked with red lines, or at the end of rows in unmarked areas). Public Safety will ticket cars that are 7
not parked properly and/or cars that are not registered. Parents will be given directions by email in order to login to their University account and register your vehicle(s) on campus. Car registrations will be valid for one year, from September through August. In addition, please do not park in the designated drop-off/pick-up area in front the Community Division office on the campus road. Universalist Unitarian Church Parking Parking is located in the lot behind the church. Please only park in designated spaces. We realize that some days parking is extremely difficult. If the lot is full, you may find convenient street parking adjacent to the Church, or across the street on side streets. Please make every effort to cross the street safely with your child when parking on side streets. Failure to park in designated parking will result in your vehicle being towed at your expense. Cell Phone/Computer-Free Zone in All Lessons and Groups Turn off your cell phones, computers, and other devices with a screen. Your child(ren) and teachers need your undivided attention, and you need a break from multi-tasking. Your child will learn the value of what he/she is doing when you view it as an important enough activity not to allow interruptions. Don’t let your child catch you on your phone! Program-Specific Attendance/Absence General No refunds will be given for classes/lessons missed by students. Private Lessons Students will receive makeup lessons for unplanned school closures and teacher absences. Teachers are not obligated to make up lessons or classes missed by students. Students are responsible for reserving their regularly scheduled lesson time during make-up weeks for teacher/weather related absences unless the teacher releases the student from those times. In lieu of one lesson each academic year, students in the Suzuki department participate in an Achievement Day evaluation program. Group Classes and Orchestras No refunds or makeups will be issued for student absence. Some ensembles and group classes have more specific policies regarding attendance; please consult relevant handbooks. School Closings Cancellation information will be announced on the Community Division home page and via email (if you are signed up for our newsletter). Please note that the Hartt Community Division will no longer notify radio and television stations of any closings. However, the University of Hartford may notify these stations independently of the HCD. When the University of Hartford or any satellite of the Community Division is closed due to holidays or inclement weather, all lessons and activities at that site are canceled. Additionally, the Community Division may choose to cancel its activities for the day independent of a University closure. Please be sure to check the HCD website for the most up to date information. 8
Announcements will be posted by 1:00 p.m. on weekdays, 6:30 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays for morning activities and by 1:00 p.m. for afternoon and evening activities. Additional notices will go out for special events as needed. If you are concerned about weather-related issues, please contact the Community Division: ● Main Campus office, (860) 768-4451 ● Simsbury location, (860) 651-3570 ● Dance Department, (860) 768-6000 Rescheduling of Activities When the Community Division is officially closed, private lesson teachers will make up lessons. Families should reserve their regularly scheduled time during the make-up week unless otherwise arranged. Ensembles, classes, and other group activities are not made up. UUC Notes and Reminders Here are some reminders, and some updated information, to help us all navigate things at the UUC in a successful manner. Parking We understand that it’s very difficult to tell where spaces are in the parking lot since the paint has mostly worn away. The UUC is in the process of a study about the parking lot and how it could be most safely and efficiently utilized. In the meantime, here are some guidelines to help us park effectively. • The area in front of the glass-walled portico is a fire lane. Do not leave a car there without a driver. • Parking spaces labeled “reserved” are just for church staff 24/7. Please do not use these for any reason. • The reserved spaces are the closest spaces to the church building. Please DO NOT PARK closer to the building than the reserved spaces. These are part of the fire lane and driveway. • In the middle row of the parking lot, the “first” space should be even with the first reserved space. Please do not park to the driver’s left of that spot as it impedes people from backing out of the spaces along the side. There are about 50 parking spaces in the lot. During peak times, we could have as many as 75 families in the building just for group classes and orchestras! This means that it will always be necessary for some people to park on Fern St. or across the street on one of the perpendicular roads. Please allow extra time so that you can park/walk safely. Inside the church building Please help your child(ren) to learn to walk in the hallways and rehearsal rooms. The area available for cell phone use is by the bench near the nametags in the stairwell on the main level. Please do not talk on your phone in any other area inside the building. There are families who are at the church for many hours at a time, and it may be necessary to feed children when they are there. Please make sure that: • you do not use the kitchen facilities on either the main level or first floor • you clean up after yourselves completely. 9
There are no areas of the church which are available for practicing. We do not have permission to use any of the rooms beyond those in which we are teaching. Please do not allow your child(ren) to practice in any part of the hallway on any level of the building. Even though we are mostly there after business hours, churches often have business at different times of day and we don’t want to accidentally disrupt a meeting. Suzuki Information Suzuki Philosophy As stated on the Suzuki Association of the Americas website: www.suzukiassociation.org: Every Child Can Learn More than fifty years ago, Japanese violinist Shinichi Suzuki realized the implications of the fact that children, the world over, learn to speak their native language with ease. He began to apply the basic principles of language acquisition to the learning of music, and called his method the mother-tongue approach. The ideas of parent responsibility, loving encouragement, constant repetition, etc., are some of the special features of the Suzuki approach. Parent Involvement As when a child learns to talk, parents are involved in the musical learning of their child. They attend lessons with the child and serve as “home teachers” during the week. One parent often learns to play before the child so that s/he understands what the child is expected to do. Parents work with the teacher to create an enjoyable learning environment. Early Beginning The early years are crucial for developing mental processes and muscle coordination. Listening to music should begin at birth; formal training may begin at age three or four, but it is never too late to begin. Listening Children learn words after hearing them spoken hundreds of times by others. Listening to music every day is important, especially listening to pieces in the Suzuki repertoire so the child knows them immediately. Repetition Constant repetition is essential in learning to play an instrument. Children do not learn a word or piece of music and then discard it. They add it to their vocabulary or repertoire, gradually using it in new and more sophisticated ways. Encouragement As with language, the child’s effort to learn an instrument should be met with sincere praise and encouragement. Each child learns at his/her own rate, building on small steps so that each one can be mastered. Children are also encouraged to support each other’s efforts, fostering an attitude of generosity and cooperation. Learning with Other Children In addition to private lessons, children participate in regular group lessons and performance at which they learn from and are motivated by each other. 10
Graded Repertoire Children do not practice exercises to learn to talk, but use language for its natural purpose of communication and self-expression. Pieces in the Suzuki repertoire are designed to present technical problems to be learned in the context of the music rather than through dry technical exercises. Delayed Reading Children learn to read after their ability to talk has been well established. In the same way, children should develop basic technical competence on their instruments before being taught to read music. Suzuki Association of the Americas – Parent Membership The Suzuki Association of the Americas is the official organization that provides vision and leadership as well as organizational and financial support for all of its members throughout the North, Central and South America. It is gratifying to take part in the work of this 35-year-old nonprofit association. The Hartt Suzuki Program recommends that you consider joining the Suzuki Association of the Americas as Associate Members. This relatively inexpensive yearly membership ($35) offers a number of opportunities and resources that will significantly enhance your experience as Suzuki parents. Please consider becoming a member of this worthwhile organization. Advantages of membership in the Suzuki Association of the Americas include: 1. A subscription to the American Suzuki Journal, the official publication of the Suzuki Association of the Americas. The Journal contains many helpful articles for parents. Sample titles include: “A Sound Investment: Getting the Most for Your Time and Money;” “Measuring Your Child’s Success;” “Help for Parents;” “Help the Children with Low Tolerance for Frustration;” and “So Your Child Won’t Practice.” 2. Access to important information about workshops and events that are featured in the American Suzuki Journal. 3. Access to books, pamphlets, videos, etc. that provide valuable information about Suzuki Talent Education and your role as parents. 4. Discounts for Sibelius® Software and SmartMusic® subscriptions. 5. Access to an online teacher referral service. 6. The opportunity to be part of something larger than merely your home studio; to become connected with a worldwide family of parents, teachers and supporters of Suzuki Talent Education. 8. The opportunity to support an organization that enables your teacher to continue his/her education by providing annual teacher training workshops and long term university training for college students, such as the Graduate program we have at the University of Hartford. 9. The opportunity to support an organization that is constantly expanding its horizons: supporting new programs, events and publications that improve the quality of the Suzuki experience for teachers and families throughout North and South America. Please consider becoming a member of this worthwhile organization. Visit suzukiassociation.org for more information. 11
Private Lessons Hartt Suzuki Program Private Lesson Expectations The Hartt Suzuki Program requires active and supportive parent participation; including mandatory attendance at all lessons and a willingness to serve as the child's at-home teacher. Parent Involvement Suzuki involves a commitment of time and effort from parents! The student and parent both attend lessons every week. In the private lesson, student, parent, and teacher work together to help the child acquire the skills needed for the instrument. At lessons the parent observes and takes notes to be sure the home practices support what is learned in the private lesson. During home practice, the parent helps the child review and practice the material assigned. Parents also provide the vital element of encouragement in Suzuki. When a young child first says “ma-ma,” our reaction is one of pleasure. We never say, “Is that all you can say?” This basic truth is why family support is so important. Positive encouragement keeps the child aiming high and working hard. Listening Listening to recordings every day creates a nurturing musical environment for a child. It is particularly important to include Suzuki repertoire in daily listening; the child then becomes familiar with the pieces prior to learning them by ear on the instrument. If your child is having trouble finding the notes to their pieces, play the recording even more! Repetition Children do not learn a word and then discard it. They add it to their vocabulary by repetition and gradually begin to use it in new and more sophisticated ways. The same is true of learning to play an instrument. General 1. Students/Parents of the Hartt Suzuki Program are expected to attend all designated private lesson dates listed on the 2018 - 2019 Calendar, or as arranged with your private instructor. 2. Students/Parents are expected to demonstrate behavior that will facilitate their learning. Specifically, students are expected to be courteous, polite, and respectful of the teacher and parent. 3. Students/Parents are responsible to purchase in a timely manner and bring all materials necessary to their lessons as specified by their teacher. Lessons 1. Students should plan to have their instruments unpacked and be ready to begin each lesson with all necessary materials before the lesson time is scheduled to start. This means getting to the lesson early so that the student can wash their hands and/or use the facilities, and getting their instruments ready in a calm manner independent of the parent. It is important for the student to have this transition time to prepare him/herself for the lesson. 2. Students should enter the room quietly once invited by the teacher and go directly to the lesson spot. If the student has written materials (etude books, note reading books, etc.) they should bring them to the stand in anticipation of using them. 3. There should only be ONE TEACHER in the lesson. Sit back and enjoy watching your child(ren) learn. If there is a time during the lesson that the parent feels they must interject. please wait for a natural break in which to do so. Unless it’s critical, try to hold all questions for the few minutes at the end of the lesson time. If the question is a complex one, perhaps wait for the next lesson and ask in the beginning of the lesson or send your teacher an email during the week. Your instructor will attempt to save two to 12
three minutes at the end of the child’s lesson to allow for questions and for the next student to transition into the lesson room. 4. Unless directly related to what is going on in the lesson please turn off all cell phones/computers/digital devices that may distract you from the lesson. Your child and your teacher need your undivided attention. Attendance Policy General No refunds will be given for classes missed by students. Private Lessons Students will receive makeup lessons for unplanned school closures and teacher absences. Teachers are not obligated to make up lessons or classes missed by students. Students are responsible for reserving their regularly scheduled lesson time during make-up weeks unless the teacher releases the student from those times. In lieu of one lesson each academic year, students in the Suzuki department participate in an Achievement Day evaluation program. Solo Recitals Several times a semester there are scheduled solo recitals at the University of Hartford. To perform on a Suzuki Solo Recital, a student must be invited by his/her teacher to perform. You are "auditioning" for this opportunity in every lesson! Once your private lesson teacher has asked your child to perform, be sure to sign up for a rehearsal with the pianist as soon as possible. (See “Practice with Frank”, below) Your child’s comfort level can greatly be increased by planning a rehearsal well in advance of the recital. Also, should another rehearsal be needed there will be time to rehearse again. “Practice with Frank” Frank is available to practice for Suzuki solo recitals during the week at the Unitarian Universalist Church (UUC) on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 – 4:50 and on Thursday afternoons from 5:00 – 5: 30, and on Saturday mornings at The Hartt School from 8:00 – 10:00. To schedule a rehearsal, please either: ● ask your teacher to sign you up when you are discussing playing on a recital in your lesson ● call the Hartt Community Division office at (860) 768-4451 ● see Frank before or after group class Rehearsal times fill up quickly the week of and the week prior to recitals, so please plan ahead as Frank is often not able to schedule additional rehearsal times. Be sure to arrive prepared for your rehearsal. In addition to practicing your part, you should be listening to recordings of the piece and making sure your memory is solid. Also, you should always have your music and a 13
pencil with you so that you (or your parent) can take notes. Lastly, if your piece is not in the Suzuki books or is not being played in a group class, you must bring your accompaniment with you. Especially when practicing at the UUC, please wait patiently, quietly, and respectfully in the hallway until it is your turn. At both the UUC and Hartt you should also plan to arrive a little early so that you can unpack your instrument in the hallway prior to your rehearsal. On days when Frank’s schedule is full, he wants to be sure to spend as much time as possible playing your piece during your rehearsal time. While Frank tries his hardest to stay on schedule, that is often not the case – and for various reasons, some of which are out of his control. If you know you have to be somewhere at a particular time, please do not sign up for a rehearsal time immediately prior to your commitment as there is a chance that he will run late. For example, if you have a 9:00 lesson on Saturday morning, it would be best not to sign up for an 8:50 rehearsal time. Solo Recital Performance Attire Performers are asked to dress as though they were going to a wedding or nice event: dress slacks, nice shirt and/or blouse, and dress shoes. It is not required that girls wear skirts or dresses, but if they do, the bottom of the skirt should be no more than one inch above the knee. It is strongly requested that students do not wear jeans or sneakers. Achievement Days Performances Suzuki private lesson students participate yearly in Achievement Days, a performance and evaluation opportunity. This year’s Achievement Days will be announced. During this week there will be no regular lessons, groups, or orchestras. In lieu of one lesson each year, students who are near the end of Book 1 or above are scheduled for a time to perform for several members of the Suzuki faculty. Written feedback will be provided, along with positive comments from fellow students who are scheduled for the same time. More information will be provided in your private lessons as the time approaches. Participants are asked to treat this performance as any other performance and dress according to the guidelines listed for Solo Recital Performance Attire. 14
Suzuki Group Class/Orchestra Schedule 2018-19 All group classes and orchestras will wrap up 5 minutes prior to the end time to facilitate changes between classes. Cello Groups Pre-Twinkle Thursday 5:00-5:45 pm Brasch UUC Rm 218 Allegro Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm Issa UUC Rm 218 Presto Wednesday 5:00-5:45 pm Steiner UUC Multipurpose Room Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:00-5:45 pm Kennedy UUC Rm 19 Pre-Orchestra/Musicianship Wednesday 5:45-6:30 pm Kennedy UUC Rm 19 Da Capo Tuesday 5:00- 5:45 pm Steiner UUC Choir Room Intermezzo Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm Brasch UUC 218 Vivace Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Issa Hartt Rm 201 Rondo Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Kennedy Hartt Rm 343 Opus 89 Saturday 11:00-12:00 am Brasch Hartt Rm 343 Guitar Groups Pre-Twinkle Saturday 10:30-11:15 am Madsen Hillyer Ch Reading Book 1 Saturday 11:15-12:00 pm Madsen Hillyer Ch Reading Book 2 Saturday 9:00-9:45 am Rickevicius Hillyer Ch Reading Bk 2 Reading Saturday 9:45-10:30 am Rickevicius Hillyer Ch Reading Bk 2 Ensemble Monday 4:30-5:15 pm Madsen UUC Fiske Hall Book 2 Monday 5:15-6:00 pm Rickevicius UUC Multipurpose Rm Book 3 Monday 5:15-6:00 pm Madsen UUC Fiske Hall Bk 3 Ensemble Monday 6:00-6:45 pm Rickevicius UUC Choir Room Orchestra Monday 6:00-7:00 pm Madsen UUC Fiske Hall Book 4 Monday 7:00-7:45 pm Rickevicius UUC Choir Room Book 5+ Monday 7:00-7:45 pm Madsen UUC Fiske Hall Orchestra Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:45-6:30 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall Da Capo Tuesday 6:00-6:45 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall Intermezzo Tuesday 5:00-6:00 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall Vivace Saturday 11:15 am-12:15 pm E. Drake Hartt Room 410/412 Opus 89 Saturday 12:30-2:30 pm E. Drake Hartt Bliss Music Room Viola Groups Primrose Tuesday 4:45-5:15 pm Daetsch UUC TBA Da Capo Tuesday 5:15-6:00 pm Daetsch UUC TBA Intermezzo Tuesday 6:00-6:45 pm Daetsch UUC TBA Viola Tour Group Saturday 9:30-11:00 am Daetsch Hartt TBA Violin Groups Pre-Twinkle Thursday 5:00-5:45 pm Ngai UUC Choir Room Pre-Twinkle Saturday 9:00-9:45 am Ngai Hartt Rm 414 Crescendo Thursday 5:00-5:45 pm R. Brasch UUC Fiske Hall Andante Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm Felsing UUC Choir Room Allegro Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm R. Brasch UUC Fiske Hall Presto Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm A.Hadden UUC Multipurpose Rm Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:00-5:45 pm L.Hadden UUC Fiske Hall Da Capo Tuesday 5:00-6:00 pm A.Hadden UUC Multipurpose Rm Intermezzo Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm S. Drake UUC Multipurpose Rm Vivace Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Felsing Hartt Rm 21 Aria Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Ngai Hartt Rm 414 Opus 89 Saturday 11:00-12:00 pm Einfeldt/S.Drake Hartt Rm 21 15
Group Class Concert Dates See concert dates at the beginning of this Handbook Hartt Suzuki Group Class Program Student Expectations Parents are expected to attend all group lessons and orchestra rehearsals at the UUC. If this is not possible, they must have an adult other than the teacher responsible for their child at all times both for safety and medical reasons. General 1. Students of the Hartt Suzuki Program are expected to attend all designated rehearsal and performance dates listed on the 2018 - 2019 Private Lesson Calendar. If additional rehearsals and/or performances are required, they will be communicated well in advance. Students are not expected to attend rehearsals on religious holidays or that are in conflict with school music performances. It is the responsibility of the student and/or parent to communicate these instances with the teacher in advance. Students who miss more than two group classes before a concert may be asked not to perform. 2. Students are responsible to bring all materials necessary to their classes and performances as specified in this handbook or by their teacher. 3. Students are expected to demonstrate behavior that will facilitate both their learning as well as everyone else’s around them. This is especially important in group classes and performances. Specifically, students are expected to be courteous, polite, and respectful of other students and adults. Classes 1. Students must plan to have their instruments unpacked and be ready to begin each class with all necessary materials before the time it is scheduled to start. 2. Violinists in Vivace, Aria, and Opus group classes as well as violists in the Tour Group should bring a stand and a sharpened pencil to each group class. Cellists should bring a sharpened pencil to each group class. 3. Students should not ask to be excused to visit the restroom or water fountain unless it is an emergency. Drinks and restroom trips should be taken care of before class begins or after it ends. 4. Students must be attentive to all directions and follow them quickly. Any questions should be communicated with the teachers before or after class. 5. Students are responsible for preparing for class by reviewing and working on any special assignments as specified by the teacher. 6. Students who miss more than or the last two rehearsals before a concert may be asked not to perform. Performances 1. Students should arrive to the concert venue 20 minutes before the start of the concert and must be in place 5 minutes prior to the designated time. 2. Drinks and restroom trips should be taken care of before the students are expected to arrive. 3. Concert Dress/Uniforms must be worn for all group and orchestra performances unless otherwise specified. Students who do not dress appropriately will not be allowed to perform. Group Class Dates Group classes follow the the Hartt Community Division Private Lesson Calendar (included in this handbook). 16
Attendance Policy Attendance and active participation at all rehearsals/classes is crucial to the success of any organization. It is expected that all members will demonstrate responsibility, punctuality, and dependability as part of their commitment to the organization. If a student knows that he/she will have to be absent from a rehearsal /class, he/she should contact both his/her private teacher and group class teacher. Group class is a vital part of our Suzuki Program and attendance is required from all Suzuki students. Excessive absences are unacceptable and may result in the student being referred to a teacher in the traditional department. Concert Admission All concerts require a general admission ticket; including both Suzuki Orchestra and Group Class performances. Tickets are free of charge and may be reserved online at www.harttweb.hartford.edu or by calling the University Box Office at (860) 768-4228. The Box Office, located in the lobby of Lincoln Theater, is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets may be requested up to six weeks in advance and are also available at the door beginning one hour prior to each event. All persons regardless of age require a ticket for entrance; this includes lap infants and toddlers. We recommend reserving tickets in advance to prevent disappointment. Performance Attire (Mandatory) The appearance of the group classes and orchestras is a vital component of a polished performance. Appropriate concert dress is one way that performers can show respect for their audience. It is the parent's responsibility to make sure their children are dressed appropriately in their uniforms for every performance, unless otherwise specified. If you have any questions about the information below, please ask your private lesson or group class teachers for further clarification. Members of the Hartt Suzuki Group Class Program are required to purchase uniforms as indicated on the next page. Uniforms must be worn for all group class performances unless otherwise specified. All parents are responsible for placing their own uniform orders. Please allow at least 6 weeks for delivery prior to the first performance. Students will not be allowed to perform without the appropriate attire. The faculty and staff of the Hartt Community Division are supportive of whichever pronouns an individual chooses to use to self-identify. As such, selecting either of the following attire options is acceptable if it helps the individual identify authentically: 17
Pre-Twinkle through Intermezzo Group Classes and Orchestras There are two options for ordering Uniforms for these group classes and orchestras. 1. French Toast Uniforms 2. Lands’ End School Uniforms When ordering uniforms from Lands’ End, they will donate part of each sale to HCD’s Fund for Access. Enter the following number which lists the Hartt Community Division as a preferred school when you place your order so the donation will come back to Hartt. The number is #9001-3155-8. FRENCH TOAST SCHOOL UNIFORMS (All item numbers have been checked on August 23, 2018) Telephone: 800-373-6248 Website: www.frenchtoast.com Girls - White blouse, black bottom: 1. Long Sleeve Modern Peter Pan Blouse - White - Item #1594 2. Pleated Skirt - Black - Item #1066 -or- Girls Adjustable Waist Pant - Black - Item #1315 To complete the uniform: black tights/socks, red hair ornament, and closed-toe black dress shoes. (Leggings are unacceptable concert attire.) Boys - White shirt, black pants, red tie: 1. Long Sleeve Dress Shirt with Expandable Collar - White - Item #1014 2. Adjustable Waist Pleated Double Knee Pant - Black - Item #1520 3. Adjustable Solid Tie - Red - Item #10311 or Solid Full Make Tie - Red - Item #11323 To complete the uniform: black belt, black socks, and black dress shoes. (No jeans or sneakers.) LANDS’ END Telephone: 800-963-4816 Website: www.landsend.com Girls: 1. School Uniform Girls Long Sleeve Peter Pan Polo - White - Item #403807-BQ1 2. School Uniform Girls Solid Pleated Skirt Below the Knee - Black - Item # 430797-BQ9 -or- School Uniform Girls Perfect Fit Iron Knee Blend Elastic Waist Chino Pants - Black - Item #442871-BQ1 To complete the uniform: black tights, red hair ornament and closed-toe black dress shoes. (Leggings are unacceptable concert attire.) Boys: 1. School Uniform Long Sleeve No Iron Pinpoint Shirt - White - Item # 219320-BQ7 2. School Uniform Boys Iron Knee Blend Plain Front Chino Pants - Black - Item # 403847-BQ6 To complete the uniform: black belt, black socks, and black dress shoes and tie from French Toast Company 18
3. Adjustable Solid Tie - Red or Solid Full Make Tie - Red Item #10311 Item #11323 Vivace, Aria & Opus Group Classes/Orchestra Uniforms Ladies: Black dress or black blouse and black pants. TUXEDO WHOLESALER Telephone: 800-828-2802 Website: www.tuxedowholesaler.com 1. Dress from Tuxedo Wholesaler (Redi-Ship Program Women's Wear - Gowns) Item: “Lillian” – Black - Preferred Knit Take bust, waist, and hip measurements, and then call or email Tuxedo Wholesaler. Dresses will need to be professionally hemmed to the ankle bone. (Take a look at the fitting/measurement video tab on the web site.) -Or - 1. Blouse from Tuxedo Wholesaler (Women’s Wear - Blouses) Item: “Demi Blouse” - Black - Preferred Knit 2. Pants from Tuxedo Wholesaler (Women’s Wear - Skirts and Pants) Item: “Com-Fit Pants for Women” - Black To complete the uniform: black nylons and black no or low heeled (1” or lower) dress shoes. (Leggings are unacceptable concert attire.) Gentlemen: Will need to order a total of four items from two different companies. STAGE ACCENTS FORMAL FASHIONS Telephone: 800-631-1611 Telephone: 800-528-7909 Website: www.stageaccents.com Website: www.formalfashionsinc.com 1. Premier Tuxedo Pants from Stage Accents – Black Item #: 8510 2. Mandarin Collar Tuxedo Shirt from Formal Fashions – White Item #: 2186 3. Button Covers (Black with Gold Trim) from Formal Fashions Item#: 1093GD 4. Royal Satin (Shiny Finish) Vests from Formal Fashions – Black Satin Vest with 5 buttons Item #: 6289 (Fabric type is RA - Royal Satin(Shiny Finish)) Take waist, sleeve, chest and height measurements before you order the uniform. See website for details. 19
To complete the uniform: black belt, black socks, and black dress shoes. (All item numbers have been checked on August 24, 2018) Suzuki String Orchestras Personnel The Music Director of the Suzuki Orchestras is Emmett Drake. Each ensemble has a manager who organizes the needs of the ensemble and helps to answer questions of parents and students. Their contact information is listed below. Mr. Drake can be reached at drake@hartford.edu. Appoggiatura: appogg@hartford.edu Sydney Apel, manager Da Capo: dacapo@hartford.edu Eugenio Figueroa Cruz, manager Intermezzo: intermezz@hartford.edu (no “o”) Eugenio Figueroa Cruz, manager Vivace: vivace@hartford.edu Sydney Apel, manager Opus: opus@hartford.edu Eugenio Figueroa Cruz, manager Program Description Suzuki Orchestras provide a sequential progression of string orchestras to students who have been trained using the Suzuki method. Students play in one of five orchestras with other students at a comparable level in their development. We provide students with the opportunity to develop their skills as orchestral musicians through an educational rehearsal environment and unique performance opportunities. Rehearsal Schedule Orchestra Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:45-6:30 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall Da Capo Tuesday 6:00-6:45 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall Intermezzo Tuesday 5:00-6:00 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall Vivace Saturday 11:15am-12:15pm E. Drake Hartt 410/412 Opus 89 Saturday 12:30-2:30 pm E. Drake Hartt Bliss Music Room University of Hartford - 200 Bloomfield Ave. West Hartford, CT 06117 Unitarian Universalist Church (UUC) - 433 Fern St. West Hartford, CT 06119 Rehearsal Dates Rehearsals follow the Hartt Community Division Private Lesson Calendar (included in this handbook). Performances The Suzuki Orchestras generally perform 2-3 concerts per year and all events are updated regularly on our school website http://hcd.hartford.edu. Some concerts are recorded professionally and available for purchase. Occasionally, Opus 89 and Vivace will take weekend trips for tours and/or retreats. All information will be distributed well in advance for these events. (Please see concert dates at the beginning of this Handbook.) 20
Membership Members of Suzuki Orchestras vary in age and ability for each orchestra as indicated below. Participation in Suzuki Orchestras is based on an academic calendar, beginning in September and ending in May. (Note: Suzuki students who are interested in orchestras that require teacher recommendation and do not study at the HCD must have approval of the conductor and the instrument coordinator before he/she can participate.) The Orchestras (in order from advanced to beginning): ● Opus 89 (by audition in June of the previous school year) ● Vivace (by audition in June of the previous school year) ● Intermezzo (by teacher recommendation and conductor approval) ● Da Capo (by teacher recommendation and conductor approval) ● Appoggiatura (by teacher recommendation and conductor approval) Performance Attire Members of the Hartt Suzuki Orchestra Program are required to purchase uniforms as indicated in the group class performance attire in this handbook. Uniforms must be worn for all orchestra performances unless otherwise specified. All parents are responsible for placing their own uniform orders. Please allow at least 6 weeks for delivery prior to the first performance. Students will not be allowed to perform without the appropriate attire. Requirements Instrumentalists who have been accepted into the Suzuki Orchestras must submit a registration form with appropriate tuition and fees. Private lesson students can register for lessons and orchestra on the same form. The submission of a signed registration form indicates agreement to the calendar and attendance policy listed in this handbook. It also indicates that the student and his/her parents have read the handbook, looked at the yearly calendar, and are willing to make a commitment to the organization for the coming year. A student who does not fulfill his/her commitment to the organization may jeopardize current and future membership in the organization. Attendance Policy Attendance and active full participation at rehearsals and classes is crucial to the success of any organization. It is expected that all students will demonstrate responsibility, punctuality, and dependability as part of their commitment to the ensemble. If a student knows that he/she will have to be absent from a rehearsal or class, he/she must let the manager know in advance. In the case of illness, members are expected to email their respective manager (email above). Students are permitted three absences per concert cycle. Excessive absence (more than three times per semester) is not acceptable and may result in dismissal without refund for tuition and fees. If students must exceed three absences per semester, they must contact the conductor directly and apply for an additional absence. Should this application be declined, the student must attend the rehearsal or will be asked to resign from their place in the ensemble without refund for tuition and fees. All absences (either planned or unplanned) count towards the student’s absence count for the semester. 21
Withdrawal Policy Please note: Absence does not constitute a withdrawal from any program. A signed registration form constitutes agreement to pay tuition in full, regardless of how much has actually been paid at the time of withdrawal. All students register for an entire academic year (September through June) and tuition and fees are assessed for the full academic year. Tuition may be prorated for students who begin become members after the start of the academic year. Absence and/or verbal notice is not sufficient for withdrawal notification. All requests for withdrawal must be made in writing to the Registrar. Withdrawal at any time is subject to the following program-specific penalties: Ensembles, Choirs and Group Classes: Withdrawal prior to the 1st rehearsal/class -$30 cancellation fee Withdrawal received prior to October 1st, 2018 -Partial penalty based on the number of rehearsals/classes held plus a $30 cancellation fee Withdrawal on or after October 1st, 2018** -Full year tuition penalty **Note: there are no mid-year withdrawals for Ensembles, Choirs and Group classes. Students will be responsible for the full tuition after October 1st, 2018, plus any applicable fees associated with their account. Please see our Academic Year 2018-2019 Policies packet for more information regarding Billing, Medical Withdrawals, and Delinquent Accounts. Expectations 1. Students in the Suzuki Orchestras are expected to attend all designated rehearsals and performances listed on the calendar. If additional rehearsals and/or performances are required, they will be communicated well in advance. Members are not expected to attend rehearsals on religious holidays or rehearsals that are in conflict with school music performances, but these instances must be communicated in advance. Members with excessive absences may be dismissed from the group and will not be considered for future membership in the organization. 2. Students who miss more than or the last two rehearsals before a concert may be asked not to perform. 3. Students are responsible for all music or supplies checked out to them and must pay for anything that is lost or damaged. 4. Students are expected to demonstrate a high level of self-discipline, maturity, and professionalism at all times. They are expected to be courteous, polite, and respectful of other instrumentalists and adults. Students who cannot abide by these expectations will be dismissed from the organization. Rehearsals 1. Instrumentalists must be in place and ready to begin with all the music and materials at the designated time for each rehearsal. 22
2. Instrumentalists in Appoggiatura, Da Capo and Intermezzo orchestras must bring a music stand to rehearsal. 3. Cellists and Bassists in all orchestras must bring an end pin holder to rehearsals and concerts. 4. Each instrumentalist should always keep a sharpened pencil in his/her folder. 5. Instrumentalists should not ask to be excused to visit the restroom or water fountain unless it is an emergency. Drinks and restroom trips should be taken care of before rehearsal. Instrumentalists must be attentive to all directions and follow them. Concert Admission All concerts require a general admission ticket; including both Suzuki Orchestra and Group Class performances. Tickets are free of charge and may be reserved online at www.harttweb.hartford.edu or by calling the University Box Office at (860) 768-4228. The Box Office, located in the lobby of Lincoln Theater, is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets may be requested up to six weeks in advance and are also available at the door beginning one hour prior to each event. All persons regardless of age require a ticket for entrance; this includes lap infants and toddlers. We recommend reserving tickets in advance to prevent disappointment. Families will have the option to order 3 of their tickets during a Pre-Sale event for details see the concert calendar section. 23
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