April's Questions and Answers

1. How many people are in an orchestra?
The numbers vary depending on the work that is being played. There can be up to 100 people in an orchestra. A chamber orchestra has up to 50 people. The full size orchestra is called a symphony orchestra or Philharmonic Orchestra.

When I was a little girl, I thought that Phil owned that harmonic orchestra up in Boston. I was very glad it was harmonic too. And I thought that Phil only owned one, so I was quite confused when I found out that there was one in London too.

2. What is Classical Music?
It is a particular period of time in the history of music. This time period is from 1750 to 1820. A few composers of the time period are Hayden, Mozart, and Beethoven. It was melodic and elegant music, and written oftentimes for dances. Music prior to the Classical Era was of a more heavy, formal nature. Today many composers will compose in Classical Style, even though the Classical Era is over.

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Catherine

"Music lessons should be about the student. Each student learns in different ways, and at different speeds. Music is a journey, and on that journey, we will work and learn together." - Catherine

Books with CDs include:
Impressions Volume One and Two
Marches

CDs include:
Wedding Bells
Lullabies

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