NEW MUSIC
We have been trying some new songs over the last month. Sweet Home Alabama was very popular! Shinjuku Station is a fast fun song with an Asian feel, and it was very well-liked. The Lady and the Dragon also has an oriental sound, and has two distinct sections, which make it exciting to play. Of course we continue to explore classical music. This month students were playing Beethoven, Bach, Mozart and Pachelbel. Also one of my students worked on the advanced, long jazzy version of the Pink Panther! The students have been having a great time while gaining new skills.
DUETS
Several of the students are still playing duets along with their regular songs. A few of my students enjoyed them so much they asked to play one during the performance, so be watching for those! It is a very different experience to play while someone else is playing and an important skill to develop. I am proud of all my duet players!
DATES TO REMEMBER
On Friday July 19 the 5:00 and 5:30 lessons are cancelled.
Rehearsal: Sunday Oct. 20, early evening
Celebration: (performance) Sunday November 3, early evening
Both will be at the recital hall at Houston Piano Company. (More details in future newsletters)
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