Compose and perform an original puppet operetta in this multi-disciplinary summer program for young minds!
Curiosity, exploration, and experimentation are essential for children to learn about the world, themselves, and others. This summer, from July 15 through August 2, InConcert Sierra provides a safe environment for kids to explore their creative expression through music, movement, collaboration, and play in a “Puppet Opera” summer class for children ages 6-12.
Educator and composer Alexis Alrich collaborates with young students to compose and perform an original puppet operetta in this multidisciplinary summer program. Students will create songs and instrumental music for “The Green Canary,” adapted from a book in Hugh Lofting’s “Doctor Dolittle” series. In this story, “Pippinella,” the contralto canary, narrates her life. The students will write original songs and lyrics, work on the production, and take on roles as puppeteers and singers. Accomplished actor and youth drama coach Fred Stuart will assist the students as they prepare for the performance.
This course is for children with at least one year of study on a musical instrument and familiar with basic musical notation. No experience with composition is required. Puppets will be on loan from the instructor.
The course is held at the InConcert Sierra office in the Whispering Pines Business Park in Grass Valley with daily classes that start Monday, July 15 through Friday, August 2. The performance will be held at the Nevada County Media studio on Saturday afternoon, August 3. The tuition fee for this unique two-week course is $350 per student.
For more information, please visit inconcertsierra.org/summerclasses.
ABOUT: InConcert Sierra is a Nevada County non-profit organization that presents high-caliber classical music performances and robust music education offerings for all ages. The organization is currently building the Crown Point Events Complex that will feature a state-of-the-art acoustic concert hall, black box theater, and conference center. Founded in 1946, ICS is celebrating 78 years as an integral part of Nevada County’s arts community. For more information, call 530-273-3990 or visit www.inconcertsierra.org.