EDUCATION & OUTREACH The Springfield Symphony’s education and outreach programs are funded through the generosity of businesses, foundations, and individuals who know the value of education and cultural enrichment through music. These programs include a variety of interactive concerts both in and out of the concert hall with large and small ensembles.
Annual Young People’s Concerts The annual Young People’s Concerts brings together more than 4,000 fourth grade children in order to gain valuable exposure to elements of musical styles and eras. Our audience includes invited students from all Springfield R-12 district schools, 65 surrounding school districts, private and parochial schools including homeschool programs. Each of our Young People’s Concerts is specifically designed to be an in-depth learning experience. Before the performance, the teachers discuss important elements of the musical experience with each class enabling them to integrate the concert experience into the students’ curriculum. Two concerts are planned for January 25, 2022. The music is interspersed with entertaining facts about each composition and musical instrumentation is explained, as are differences in musical styles. Modifications may be made due to COVID guidelines.
Ensembles-In-Schools Program The Ensembles-in-Schools program allows small groups of Springfield Symphony musicians to travel to area elementary and middle schools to perform for the students. Each small ensemble presents a 30-minute program Want to become an education and Outreach sponsor?
Our music education and outreach programs impacts nearly 10,000 people each season! learn more at www.springfieldmosymphony.org/ways-to-give
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