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Suzuki Strings Handbook 2017 - 2018

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, Workshop Coordinator

The Hartt School Community Division

200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117

Hartt Community Division Office (860) 768-4451

Email: [email protected]

Suzuki Administration Email: [email protected]

Orchestra Managers:

[email protected] - Elizabeth Ramos

[email protected] - Bailey Poesnecker




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Table of Contents

3 Calendar/Concert Dates

Hartt Private Lessons Calendar UUC Calendar Group Class Concerts Suzuki Orchestras Concerts Spring Workshop Chamber Music Recitals Suzuki Solo Recital Dates Suzuki Seniors Recital CMEA Regional Dates Connecticut Youth Symphony Concerts

8 General Information

Community Division Office Hours and Phone Numbers Contacting Community Division Faculty Parking at Hartt and UUC Cell Phone/Computer-Free Zone! Program-Specific Attendance/Absence School Closings Rescheduling of Activities Notes on the UUC

11 Suzuki Information

Suzuki Philosophy Suzuki Association of the Americas - Parent Membership

13 Private Lessons

Parent and Student Expectations Attendance Policy Solo Recitals “Practice with Frank” Solo Recital Performance Attire Achievement Days

16 Group Classes

Group Class Schedule Parent and Student Expectations Group Class and Orchestra Performance Attire Concert Dates Spring Workshop

21 Suzuki String Orchestras

Personnel/Mission Statement Rehearsal Schedule and Concert Dates Performances Membership Performance Attire Requirements Attendance Policy Expectations At Rehearsals Concert Admission

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Calendar / Concert Dates

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Group Class Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/9/2017)

December 16, 2017 12:00 pm 3:00 pm

Lincoln Theater Guitar Groups Violin, Viola and Cello

May 12, 2018 12:00 pm Lincoln Theater Guitar Groups

2:00 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 8/9/2017)

December 10, 2017 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater All Suzuki Orchestras

May 5, 2018 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater All Suzuki Orchestras

Ticketing Details (updated 8/9/2017)

Concert Date Concert Pre Sale Date** Open Sale Date

December 10, 2017 Suzuki Orchestra October 9, 2017 November 13, 2017

December 16, 2017 Suzuki Group Classes October 16, 2017 November 20, 2017

May 12, 2018 Suzuki Guitar/Cello March 5, 2018 April 16, 2018

May 12, 2018 Suzuki Viola/Violin March 5, 2018 April 16, 2018

May 5, 2018 Suzuki Orchestra February 26, 2018 April 9, 2018

*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.

Suzuki Spring Workshop (updated 8/9/2017)

March 16, 2018 3:00 - 8:00 pm UUC Student Masterclasses

March 17, 2018 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Hartt School Student Sessions

March 18, 2018 1:00 - 5:00 pm Hartt, Rm 410 Teacher Session

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Chamber Music Recital Dates (updated 8/12/2017)

January 16, 2018 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles

January 20, 2018 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles

January 21, 2018 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles

May 29, 2018 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles

June 2, 2018 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles

June 3, 2018 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles

Suzuki Achievement Days (updated 8/19/2017)

May 14 - 18, 2018 (M - F) UUC Special Schedule TBA

May 19, 2018 (SAT) Hartt, Rm TBA Special Schedule TBA

Suzuki Solo Recital Dates (updated 8/12/2017)

Note that a recital will take place only if a sufficient number of students are available to perform.

October 14, 2017 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Bliss

October 15, 2017 (Sun) 2:30 pm 4:00 pm

Room 21

November 11, 2017 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Bliss

December 2, 2017 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Bliss

December 3, 2017 (Sun) 2:30 pm 4:00 pm

Room 21

January 20, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Bliss

February 3, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Room 21

February 4, 2018 (Sun) 2:30 pm 4:00 pm

Room 21

March 10, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Room 21

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April 7, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Room 21

May 6, 2018 (Sun) 2:30 pm 4:00 pm

Room 21

May 19, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Bliss

June 2, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

Bliss

June 3, 2017 (Sun) 2:30 pm 4:00 pm

Bliss

Suzuki Seniors Recital

April 29, 2018 7:00 pm Berkman Auditorium Graduating Seniors

CMEA Regional Dates (updated 8/9/2017)

Northern Region Middle School Adjudication Date January 6, 2018

Festival Dates March 23 - 24, 2018

Northern Region High School Adjudication Date November 4, 2017

Festival Dates January 12 - 13, 2018

Eastern Region Middle School Adjudication Date November 11, 2017


Eastern Region High School Adjudication Date November 18, 2017


Southern Region Middle School Adjudication Date December 2, 2017


Southern Region High School Adjudication Date November 18, 2017


Western Region Middle School Adjudication Date December 2, 2017


Western Region High School Adjudication Date November 11, 2017


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All-State Festival Adjudication Date January 27, 2018

Festival Dates April 19 - 21, 2018

Connecticut Youth Symphony Concerts (updated 8/9/2017)

December 3, 2017 (Sun) 2:00 pm Millard Auditorium

March 23, 2018 (Fri) 7:00 pm Lincoln Theater

March 24, 2018 (Sat) 7:30 pm Lincoln Theater

March 25, 2018 (Sun) 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater

May 13, 2018 (Sat) 7:30 pm Lincoln Theater

General Information

Community Division Office Hours and Phone Numbers

Regular School Year Office Hours – September-May

Monday-Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Sunday Closed

Extended Hours – September 1 - October 16

Monday-Friday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Sunday Closed

General Information: (860) 768-4451

Office Email: [email protected] 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 [email protected]. Messages for Teri Einfeldt, the Suzuki Program Director, can be sent to [email protected].

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.

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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 not parked properly and/or cars that do not display a proper parking permit. 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.

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http://harttweb.hartford.edu/community/information/newsletter.aspx

http://harttweb.hartford.edu/community/default.aspx

Announcements will be posted by 12:00 p.m. on weekdays, 6:30 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays for morning activities and by 12:00 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 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

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• you clean up after yourselves completely.

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.

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http://suzukiassociation.org/teachers/suzuki/

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. 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 non-profit 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.

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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 2016 - 2017 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

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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 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

Rehearsals 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

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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. And 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.

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Suzuki Group Class/Orchestra Schedule 2017-18 All group classes and orchestras will wrap up 5 minutes prior to the end time to facilitate changes between classes. Pre-Twinkle Thursday 5:00-5:45 pm Brasch UUC Rm 218 Allegro Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm Brasch UUC Rm 218 Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:00-5:45 pm Issa UUC Multipurpose Rm Presto Wednesday 5:45-6:30 pm Kennedy UUC Multipurpose Rm Pre-Orchestra/Musicianship Wednesday 5:45-6:30 pm Steiner UUC Rm 29 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 Kennedy Hartt Rm 163 Opus 89/HCD Cello Choir Saturday 11:00-12:00 am Kennedy Hartt Rm 163

Guitar Groups Pre-Twinkle Saturday 9:00-9:45 am Madsen Hillyer Ch Reading Book 1 Saturday 9:45-10:30 am Madsen Hillyer Ch Reading Book 2 Saturday 10:30-11:15 am Rickevicius Hillyer Ch Reading Bk 2 Reading Saturday 11:15-12:00 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 11:15am-12:15pm E. Drake Hartt Rm 342 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 Room 30 Da Capo Tuesday 5:15-6:00 pm Daetsch UUC Room 30 Intermezzo Tuesday 6:00-6:45 pm Daetsch UUC Room 30 Varsity Saturday 9:15-10:15 am Daetsch Hartt Rm 414 Viola Tour Group Saturday 9:30-11:00 am Daetsch Hartt Rm 414

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 410 Andante Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm Felsing UUC Choir Room Allegro Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm A.Hadden UUC Multipurpose Rm Presto Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm Arraes UUC Fiske Hall Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:00-5:45 pm L.Hadden UUC Fiske Hall Da Capo Tuesday 5:00-6:00 pm Felsing UUC Multipurpose Rm Intermezzo Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm A.Hadden UUC Multipurpose Rm Vivace Saturday 10:00-11:00 am S.Drake Hartt Rm 410 Aria Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Ngai Hartt Rm 418 Opus 89 Saturday 11:00-12:00 pm Einfeldt/S.Drake Hartt Rm 410

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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 2017 - 2018 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). Regular rehearsals will NOT take place during make up weeks, college audition dates marked with an asterisk (*), or holidays.

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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

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 below. 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. 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

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 Telephone: 800-373-6248 Website: www.frenchtoast.com Girls: 1. White Peter Pan Blouse with Lace Trim Collar (Feminine Fit) – long sleeve Item #1462

2. Black Pleated Skirt Item #1066

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To complete the uniform: black tights, red hair ornament, and closed-toe black dress shoes. Boys: 1. White Long Sleeve Dress Shirt with Expandable Collar Item #1014

2. Black Adjustable Waist Pleated Double Knee Pant Item #1520

3. Adjustable Solid Tie - Red or Solid Full Make Tie - Red Item #10311 (4-7) One Size Item #11323 One Size Item #10312 (8-12) One Size

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. White Peter Pan Blouse with ruffle collar Item # 230939-BQ3

2. Black Pleated Skirt Item # 430797-AE9 To complete the uniform: black tights, red hair ornament and closed-toe black dress shoes. Boys:

1. White Boys’ Long Sleeve No Iron Pinpoint Shirt Item # 219320-BQ7

2. Black Plain Front Iron Knee Blended Chino Pants Item # 470225-BQ4

3. Solid Silk Repp Tie - Rich Red Item # 402248-AD4

To complete the uniform: black belt, black socks, and black dress shoes.

(All item numbers have been checked on August 9, 2017)

Vivace, Aria & Opus Group Classes/Orchestra Uniforms Ladies: TUXEDO WHOLESALER Telephone: 800-828-2802 Website: www.tuxedowholesaler.com

Dress from Tuxedo Wholesaler (Redi-Ship Program Women's Wear - Gowns) Item: “Lillian” – Black, Preferred Fabric

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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.)

To complete the uniform: black nylons and black no or low heeled dress shoes. 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 Royal Satin - RA)

Take waist, sleeve, chest and height measurements before you order the uniform. See website for details.

To complete the uniform: black belt, black socks, and black dress shoes.

(All item numbers have been checked on August 9, 2017)

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 [email protected].

Appoggiatura: [email protected] Elizabeth Ramos, manager Da Capo: [email protected] Bailey Poesnecker, manager Intermezzo: [email protected] (no “o”) Bailey Poesnecker, manager Vivace: [email protected] Bailey Poesnecker, manager Opus: [email protected] Bailey Poesnecker, 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

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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 Rm 342 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). Regular rehearsals will NOT take place during make up weeks, college audition dates marked with an asterisk (*), or holidays. 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.) 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.

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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. 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, 2016 -Partial penalty based on the number of rehearsals/classes held plus a $30 cancellation fee Withdrawal on or after October 1st, 2016** -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, 2016, plus any applicable fees associated with their account. Please see our Academic Year 2016-2017 Policies packet for more information regarding Billing, Medical Withdrawals, and Delinquent Accounts.

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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. 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.

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Pre-Twinkle Group Class Calendar 2017 - 2018

Thursday Group Class at the UUC

September 14, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm Parent Session #1 - All UUC Choir Room September 21, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm Parent Session #2 - All UUC Choir Room September 28, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm Parent Session #3 - All UUC Choir Room October 5, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm Parent Session #4 - All UUC Choir Room October 12, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm Parent Session #5 - Inst. Specific UUC Choir Room October 19, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm Parent Session #6 - Inst. Specific UUC Choir Room October 26, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room November 2, 2017 No group class - please come to group on Nov 4 @ 9 am November 9, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room November 16, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room November 23, 2017 No group class November 30, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room December 7, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room December 14, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room December 16, 2017 3:00 - 5:00 pm Group Class Concert December 21, 2017 No group class December 28, 2017 No group class January 4, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room January 11, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room January 18, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room January 25, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room February 1, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room February 8, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room February 15, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room February 22, 2018 No group class March 1, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room March 8, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room March 15, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room March 22, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room March 29, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room April 5, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room April 12, 2018 No group class April 19, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room April 26, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room May 3, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room May 10, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm UUC Choir Room May 12, 2018 2:00 - 3:15 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 - 5:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 - 7:30 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater All group classes have finished for the year.

Schedule is subject to change. To request an absence, contact your group class teacher.

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Pre-Twinkle Group Class Calendar 2017 - 2018

Saturday Group Class at Hartt September 16, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Parent Session #1 - All Hartt Room 410 September 23, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Parent Session #2 - All Hartt Room 410 September 30, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Parent Session #3 - All Hartt Room 410 October 7, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Parent Session #4 - All Hartt Room 410 October 14, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Parent Session #5 - Inst. Specific Hartt Room 410 October 21, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Parent Session #6 - Inst. Specific Hartt Room 410 October 28, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 November 4, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 November 11, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 November 18, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 November 25, 2017 No group class December 2, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 December 9, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Class will be at the UUC TBA December 16, 2017 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 December 16, 2017 3:00 - 5:00 pm Group Class Concert December 23, 2017 No group class December 30, 2017 No group class January 6, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 January 13, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 January 20, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 January 27, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Class will be at the UUC TBA February 3, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 February 10, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 February 17, 2018 No group class February 24, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 March 3, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 March 10, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 March 17, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 March 24, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 March 31, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 April 7, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 April 14, 2018 No group class April 21, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 April 28, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 May 5, 2018 9:00-9:45 am Hartt Room 410 May 12, 2018 2:00 - 3:15 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 - 5:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 - 7:30 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater Group classes have finished for the year.


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Andante/Allegro/Presto Violin Group Class Calendar 2017 - 2018

Pre-Twinkle/Allegro Cello Group Class Calendar (Thursdays)

All Classes are at the UUC. Please check the board upon entering the building for room location. September 14, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC September 21, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC September 28, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC October 5, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC October 12, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC October 19, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC October 26, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC November 2, 2017 No group class November 9, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC November 16, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC November 23, 2017 No group class November 30, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC December 7, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC December 14, 2017 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC December 16, 2017 3:00 - 5:00 pm Group Class Concert December 21, 2017 No group class December 28, 2017 No group class January 4, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC January 11, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC January 18, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC January 25, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC February 1, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC February 8, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC February 15, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC February 22, 2018 No group class March 1, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC March 8, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC March 15, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC March 22, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC March 29, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC April 5, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC April 12, 2018 No group class April 19, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC April 26, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC May 3, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC May 10, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm TBA - UUC May 12, 2018 2:00 - 3:15 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 - 5:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 - 7:30 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater All group classes have finished for the year.


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Appoggiatura Group/Orchestra Calendar 2017-2018

All Classes are at the UUC. Orchestra is held in Fiske Hall. Remember your folding stand and pencil!!!

September 13, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall September 20, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall September 27, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 4, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 11, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 18, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 25, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall November 1, 2017 No group or orchestra November 8, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall November 15, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall November 22, 2017 No group or orchestra November 29, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall December 6, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall December 10, 2017 TBA

2:00 pm Required Dress Rehearsal Concert

Lincoln Theater

December 14, 2017 5:00-6:30 pm Group class only/No Orchestra UUC Fiske Hall December 16, 2017 3:00 pm Group Class Concert December 20, 2017 No group or orchestra December 27, 2017 No group or orchestra January 3, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 10, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 17, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 24, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 31, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 7, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 14, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 21, 2018 No group or orchestra February 28, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 7, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 14, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 21, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 28, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 4, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 11, 2018 No group or orchestra April 18, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 25, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall May 2, 2018 5:00-6:30 pm UUC Fiske Hall May 5, 2018 TBA

2:00 pm Required Dress Rehearsal Suzuki Orchestra Concert

Lincoln Theater

May 9, 2018 5:00-5:45 pm Group class only/No Orchestra UUC Fiske Hall May 12, 2018 2:00 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater All groups and orchestras have finished for the year.

Schedule is subject to change. To request an absence, contact your group class teacher and the orchestra manager.

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DaCapo Group/Orchestra Calendar 2017-2018

All Classes are at the UUC. Orchestra is held in Fiske Hall. Remember your folding stand and pencil!!! September 12, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall September 19, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall September 26, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 3, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 10, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 17, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 24, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 31, 2017 No group or orchestra November 7, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall November 14, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall November 21, 2017 No group or orchestra November 28, 201 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall December 5, 2017 5:00-6:45 pm UUC Fiske Hall December 10, 2017 TBA


Lincoln Theater

December 12, 2017 5:00-6:00 pm Group class only/No orchestra UUC Fiske Hall December 16, 2017 3:00 - 5:00 pm Group Class Concert Lincoln Theater December 19, 2017 No group or orchestra December 26, 2017 No group or orchestra January 2, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 9, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 16, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 23, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 30, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 6, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 13, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 20, 2018 No group or orchestra February 27, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 6, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 13, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 20, 2018 No group or orchestra March 27, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 3, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 10, 2018 No group or orchestra April 17, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 24, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall May 1, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall May 5, 2018 TBA

11:00 - 1:00 pm Required Dress Rehearsal Suzuki Orchestra Concert

Lincoln Theater

May 5, 2018 2:00 pm Orchestra Concert Lincoln Theater May 8, 2018 5:00-6:00 pm Group class only/No orchestra UUC Fiske Hall May 12, 2018 2:00 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater All groups and orchestras have finished for the year.


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Intermezzo Group/Orchestra Calendar 2017-2018

All Classes are at the UUC. Orchestra is held in Fiske Hall. Remember your folding stand and pencil!!!

September 12, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall September 19, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall September 26, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 3, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 10, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 17, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 24, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall October 31, 2017 No group or orchestra November 87, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall November 14, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall November 21, 2017 No group or orchestra November 28, 201 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall December 5, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall December 10, 2017 TBA


Lincoln Theater

December 12, 2017 5:00-7:00 pm Group class only/No orchestra UUC Fiske Hall December 16, 2017 3:00 - 5:00 pm Group Class Concert Lincoln Theater December 19, 2017 No group or orchestra December 26, 2017 No group or orchestra January 2, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 9, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 16, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 23, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall January 30, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 6, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 13, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall February 20, 2018 No group or orchestra February 27, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 6, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 13, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall March 20, 2018 No group or orchestra March 27, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 3, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 10, 2018 No group or orchestra April 17, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall April 24, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall May 1, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm UUC Fiske Hall May 5, 2018 TBA


Lincoln Theater

May 5, 2018 2:00 pm Orchestra Concert Lincoln Theater May 8, 2018 5:00-7:00 pm Group class only/No orchestra UUC Fiske Hall May 12, 2018 2:00 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater All groups and orchestras have finished for the year.


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Vivace Group/Orchestra Calendar 2017-2018

All Classes are at Hartt. Remember your folding stand and pencil!!!

September 9, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 September 16, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 September 22 - 24, 2017 Vivace & Opus Orchestra Retreat Winsted, CT September 23, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 September 30, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 October 7, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 October 14, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 October 21, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 October 28, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 November 4, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 November 11, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 November 18, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 November 25, 2017 No group class or orchestra December 2, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 December 9, 2017 *UUC 10:00-12:15 pm Classes will be at the UUC TBA December 10, 2017 TBA


Lincoln Theater

December 16, 2017 10:00-11:00 pm Group class only/No orchestra Hartt Room 342 December 16, 2017 3:00 - 5:00 pm Group Class Concert December 23, 2017 No group class or orchestra December 30, 2017 No group class or orchestra January 6, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 January 13, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 January 20, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 January 27, 2018 *UUC 10:00-12:15 pm Class will be at the UUC TBA February 3, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 February 10, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 February 17, 2018 No group class or orchestra February 24, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm March 3, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 March 10, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 March 17, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 March 24, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 March 31, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 April 7, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 April 14, 2018 No group class or orchestra April 21, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 April 28, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 May 5, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 410/342 May 5, 2018 TBA


Lincoln Theater

May 12, 2018 2:00 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater All group classes and orchestras have finished for the year.


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Aria Group/Orchestra Calendar 2017-2018


September 9, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 September 16, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 September 22 - 24, 2017 Vivace & Opus Orchestra Retreat Winsted, CT September 23, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 September 30, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 October 7, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 October 14, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 October 21, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 October 28, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 November 4, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 November 11, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 November 18, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 November 25, 2017 No group class or orchestra December 2, 2017 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 December 9, 2017 *UUC 10:00-12:15 pm Classes will be at the UUC TBA December 10, 2017 TBA


Lincoln Theater

December 16, 2017 10:00-11:00 pm Group class only/No orchestra Hartt Room 418/342 December 16, 2017 3:00 - 5:00 pm Group Class Concert December 23, 2017 No group class or orchestra December 30, 2017 No group class or orchestra January 6, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 January 13, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 January 20, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 January 27, 2018 *UUC 10:00-12:15 pm Class will be at the UUC TBA February 3, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 February 10, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 February 17, 2018 No group class or orchestra February 24, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm March 3, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 March 10, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 March 17, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 March 24, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 March 31, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 April 7, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 April 14, 2018 No group class or orchestra April 21, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 April 28, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 May 5, 2018 10:00-12:15 pm Hartt Room 418/342 May 5, 2018 TBA


Lincoln Theater

May 12, 2018 2:00 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater All group classes and orchestras have finished for the year.


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Opus Group/Orchestra Calendar 2017-2018


September 9, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud September 16, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud September 23, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud September 22 - 24, 2017 Vivace & Opus Orchestra Retreat Winsted, CT September 23, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud September 30, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud October 7, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud October 14, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud October 21, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud October 28, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud November 4, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud November 11, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud November 18, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud November 25, 2017 No group class or orchestra December 2, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud December 9, 2017 *UUC 9:00-9:45 am Class will be at the UUC TBA December 10, 2017 TBA


Lincoln Theater

December 16, 2017 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud December 16, 2017 3:00 - 5:00 pm Group Class Concert December 23, 2017 No group class or orchestra December 30, 2017 No group class or orchestra January 6, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud January 13, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud January 20, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud January 27, 2018 *UUC 11:00-2:30 pm Class will be at the UUC TBA February 3, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud February 10, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud February 17, 2018 No group class or orchestra February 24, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm March 3, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud March 10, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud March 17, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud March 24, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud March 31, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud April 7, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud April 14, 2018 No group class or orchestra April 21, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud April 28, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud May 5, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud May 5, 2018 TBA


Lincoln Theater

May 12, 2018 11:00-2:30 pm Hartt 410/Bliss Aud May 12, 2018 2:00 pm Cello Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 4:00 pm Viola Group Concert Lincoln Theater May 12, 2018 6:00 pm Violin Group Concert Lincoln Theater Group classes and orchestras are finished for the year.


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