Class Act
Class Act
Seattle Symphony offers a variety of concerts and programs that help teachers and students to build a strong arts vocabulary, respond to the arts, understand the relationship of music to science and the humanities, and learn more about the world of work created through the arts. All programs are in alignment with the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements [EALRs].
Programs for Grades K–5
Programs for Grades 6 & Up
Programs for Teachers
Soundbridge School/Organization Visits
Listen, think and link Soundbridge experiences with performance, practice, informal and formal music education as well as humanities and science curriculum. All Soundbridge exhibits and programs align with the Washington State Essential Learning Requirements for Arts Education.
Experience the Science of Sound in Soundbridge!
Great for grades 2 through 5!
Science curriculum extensions led by Seattle Symphony Science Educator
Understand music’s relationship to math, physics, biology and psychology. Explore the idea of sound waves and vibrations; watch sound waves on an oscilloscope; learn about acoustics, transmission, reflections, absorption and sound isolation; play the walls of the S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium (when available) as it becomes a huge “talking drum” and more. The program satisfies EALRs 1.1, 2.3, 4.2
Program fee: First class visit – up to 25 students and 5 adults ($2 per additional person) – complimentary with an annual Soundbridge school membership ($60); subsequent visits are $60 each with a $2 per person charge over 25 students and 5 adults.
Advanced registration required.
For more information or to register your student group, please call 206.336.6650 or email soundbridge@seattlesymphony.org.
Musical Storytelling
This 30-minute class is a unique opportunity for children to connect music to some of their favorite stories. In each class, we read a story and play music that relates to the book. Children sing songs and play musical games, and frequently see and play symphonic instruments. Ideal for children ages 2 to 5.
Instrument Exploration
This class is tailored specifically to your class and your students’ interests. Children are given the opportunity to learn about and play real symphonic instruments. Ideal for children ages 4 and older.
Science of Sound
Understand the relationship of music to the sciences: physics, biology and psychology. Explore the idea of sound waves and vibrations. Learn about acoustics, transmission, reflections, absorption and sound isolation. We tailor the classes based on your students' needs and interests. We often include an instrument exploration to help demonstrate the concepts listed above. Ideal for children ages 6 and older.
Songwriting Workshops
Led by singer/songwriter David Paul Mesler, these workshops encourage creative thinking and uncover new musical talents as students work together to write a unique song. Students will learn basic concepts of music composition and gain positive exposure to the creative musical process. Ideal for children ages 5 and older.
Create-Your-Own Musical Curriculum Extension!
Let us customize a class specifically for your students. Class may include concepts listed above and tailored to your students’ interests and development levels.
Cost:
Soundbridge School/Teacher/Organization Membership:
- $60. Valid for 13 months.
Musical Storytelling and Instrument Exploration:
- Free with active Soundbridge School Membership
- Scheduled on mutually agreed-upon date/time
Science of Sound, Songwriting Workshops, and Create-Your-Own Musical Curriculum Extension:
- Free for the first class/workshop (up to 25 students/5 chaperones) with active Soundbridge School Membership
- Additional people and/or presentations are $2/person
- Scheduled on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
To schedule a class or for additional information, call 206.336.6600 or email soundbridge@seattlesymphony.org.
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Symphony on Wheels
For Third through Fifth Grade Students
The colorful Symphony on Wheels van arrives at your school with education staff, volunteers and orchestral instruments. This program is intended to motivate third through fifth grade students to participate in their school's instrumental music program.
Experience Symphony on Wheels in your classroom! Science curriculum extensions led by Seattle Symphony Science Educator (EALRs 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.2, 4.4, 4.5).
For more information, email soundbridge@seattlesymphony.org with or call 206.366.6600.
Instruments generously provided by Mills Music with the Yamaha Corporation and the Selmer Company; Symphony on Wheels van contributed by Seattle Rotary.
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Arts in Education
Free for Fifth Grade Students
The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra
Tuesday, February 24, 2009, 10:30am & 12:15pm
Friday, February 27, 2009, 10:30am & 12:15pm
Featuring Benjamin Britten’s classic, The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra,
and four outstanding young violinists in Vivaldi’s Concerto for Four Violins.
Registration begins in November 2008. This program satisfies EALRs 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.3, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4
For more information, contact Thomasina Adams, Education Programs Coordinator, at thomasina.adams@seattlesymphony.org or 206.336.6650.
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MySymphony (formerly Meet the Beat)
Designed for Secondary School Students
Seattle Symphony is one of the premier orchestras in the United States, performing everything from Beethoven to clips from the HALO® video game soundtrack. Come experience what it takes to be on top of the music world. Designed for grades 6 through 12 (Arts EALRs 1.1, 1.3, 2.3, 3.2, 3.3, 4.2, 4.4), these concerts feature outstanding young soloists, sure to inspire your students! Concerts begin at 10:30am in the S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium in Benaroya Hall.
2008–2009 MySymphony Season
Hallowe’en!
Friday, October 31, 2008, at 10:30am
Garfield High School Orchestra
Seattle Symphony
Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra
Thursday, March 5, 2009, at 10:30am
Jason Lu, violin
Angela Potter, flute
Joseph Peterson, trombone
Beethoven’s Musical Adventures
Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at 10:30am
Jila Dabestani, piano
Tickets are $8 per student and chaperones are free.* To order tickets, contact our Group Sales Manager at 206.215.4784 or groupsales@seattlesymphony.org.
*Subject to availability. Restrictions apply. One free chaperone per 10 students. Programs subject to change.
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Open Rehearsals
Designed for Secondary School Students
In these working sessions, secondary school music students will observe professional rehearsal techniques — the ways in which the conductor and musicians bring the music to life! Students are given an introduction to the acoustics of the S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium at Benaroya Hall, the requirements of the score, and information about the composers. During the Orchestra's break, a Symphony musician, conductor, composer or guest artist will meet with the students for a brief question-and-answer session (EALRs 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.3, 3.3, 4.5).
Fee: First visit is complimentary with an annual Soundbridge school membership ($60); subsequent visits are $2 per person
For more information, email thomasina.adams@seattlesymphony.org or call Thomasina Adams, Education Programs Coordinator, at 206.336.6650.
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The David Diamond Young Composers Workshop
Free for Pre-College Students
This workshop is a 12-week series of two-hour classes led by Seattle Symphony Composer in Residence Samuel Jones, with visits from guest composers. Designed for pre-college musicians, students work on all aspects of composing, including writing themes, learning orchestration and preparing a final score with parts (EALRs 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3). The program culminates on Monday, May 4, 2009, with a world premiere chamber concert featuring new works by these young composers. All pieces are performed by Seattle Symphony musicians.
The next workshop is scheduled for January through April 2009, with applications due in December 2008. For more information, please contact education@seattlesymphony.org or call 206.336.6650.
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Gold Medalists
Free for Qualified Young Performing Artists
Gold Medalist performances provide an opportunity for your community to host Seattle Symphony. Local high school instrumentalists who have achieved outstanding levels of proficiency are invited to perform with the Symphony at these community events. The Gold Medalist program includes rehearsals at Benaroya Hall, coaching from Seattle Symphony musicians, a concert performance, and the presentation of a gold medal to the young artists. For more information, contact education@seattlesymphony.org or call 206.336.6650.
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Professional Development Opportunities for Educators
Seattle Symphony UBS Masterworks Season Concerts for Clock Hours
Attend a UBS Masterworks Season concert with a pre-concert talk one hour before the performance for 3 clock hours through the Washington Music Educators Association (WMEA). Sign-in and registration information available at the Head Usher Station. Tickets from $17. For tickets, call the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office at 206.215.4747 or order online at www.seattlesymphony.org.
Seattle Symphony in Your Classroom
Professional Development Workshops in cooperation with the Washington Music Educators Association for Clock hours. Receive a minimum of 3 clock hours by attending the workshops, lectures and associated concerts.
Workshops are free. Workshop participants will be eligible for special discount to attend a UBS Masterworks Season concert on Friday, October 10, 2008, and/or a Basically Baroque concert on Friday, January 9, 2009. More information will be available after September 15, 2008.
Season Sampler Workshop
Friday, October 10, 2008, 4–6pm in Soundbridge
Arts in Education Workshop
Friday, January, 9 2009, 5–7pm in Soundbridge
For more information, email education@seattlesymphony.org or call 206.215.4750.
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