Upcoming Events
Fall/Winter 2020-2021
Beethoven Video Project
ongoing event throughout Fall 2020
Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the greatest composers who ever lived, turns 250 year old in December. All students are invited to participate in a video collaboration project to celebrate his birthday with a musical tribute.
We will create a video in which we play together (virtually) the theme of one of his most recognizable pieces, the 9th Symphony.
Each student will personally receive materials and instructions. Every student, regardless of proficiency level, is encouraged to participate.
Timeline:
We will create a video in which we play together (virtually) the theme of one of his most recognizable pieces, the 9th Symphony.
Each student will personally receive materials and instructions. Every student, regardless of proficiency level, is encouraged to participate.
Timeline:
- October 2020: Sheet music is handed out to students.
- November 2020: Individual parts are practiced by students and worked on during lessons. Practice audio tracks are available through mymusicstaff. Login required to access the materials.
- Early December 2020: Recordings are submitted to teacher. Teacher will create the final video performance.
- December 20, 2020: Finished video will be ready to be shared.
Audio Tracks:
You can access all mp3 play-along tracks for practice and recording below. In the left column you will find recordings with individual sections only. In the right column you will find the sections combined with other sections. Either version is appropriate to use for practice and recording.
You can access all mp3 play-along tracks for practice and recording below. In the left column you will find recordings with individual sections only. In the right column you will find the sections combined with other sections. Either version is appropriate to use for practice and recording.
| Ode to Joy / Beginner Theme |
| Bass Section 1 |
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Other Resources:
- Learn more about Beethoven's life and work with this fun interactive webpage, created by Faber and Faber, authors of the Piano Adventure Books. Visit beethoven.pianoadventures.com.
NFMC Festival
Saturday, March 6, 2021, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Iowa City
Entry Fee: $15
The National Federation of Music Clubs Festival is a yearly held event where student perform in front of a judge to receive feedback on their performance. NFMC Festivals are designed to promote the study of music, to stimulate interest in American music, and to encourage each participant to reach a high standard of musical achievement. The festivals provide opportunity for both young and adult musicians to perform and receive an evaluation from independent qualified judges.
Participants do not compete against each other, but are rated on individual merits, with each performer receiving a certificate of participation indicating the rating received.
For most categories and levels, students are required to play two music pieces from memory. The choice of appropriate pieces is the teacher’s responsibility and governed by the official NFMC Festivals Bulletin.
Your exact performance time will be scheduled a couple weeks before the event. It will be at any time between 8:15 and 4:30, the appointment will be between 5 and 10 minutes.
Important Note regarding COVID-19: St. Andrew is a very large facility that will allow for social distancing during the event. The organizers are working out details to ensure a successful event that is safe for students, teachers, and judges. More information regarding COVID-19 safety will be shared once available.
For more information about NFMC, visit www.nfmc-music.org.