I just wanted to introduce myself and provide you all with some more information regarding our upcoming season here at the Bass Performance Hall. Our offerings are available at http://www4.esc11.net:81/retn/vf_programs/FMPro and include: First Grade
Charlotte Blake Alston, Storyteller
February 2008
Ms. Alston is a magnificent African American Griot: a storyteller, singer and reader of poetry, who passes on truths and traditions from which we can all learn. Poetry and Anansi tales are included in her recitations. She has the power to hold students in rapt silence. Connections: language arts, music, social studies
Second Grade
Peter and the Wolf
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and Metropolitan Classical Ballet
January 2008
One of the world’s great fairy tales, Peter and the Wolf, performed by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and Metropolitan Classical Ballet is an enchantingly simple performance of an adventurous boy and his bravery in trapping the wolf. This presentation demonstrates the many ways that a story can be told. Prior to attending the program, students will read a simplified version of Peter and the Wolf and learn to identify instruments of the orchestra both aurally and visually. Narrated in English and Spanish. Connections: language arts and reading, music and theater
Third Grade
The Nutcracker
Texas Ballet Theater
December 2007
Texas Ballet Theater and Artistic Director Ben Stevenson’s beautiful production of this popular classic ballet is a delight. Students are thrilled to follow young Clara on a fantastic journey to a magical world where Christmas trees grow taller before their eyes, mice battle toy soldiers, and snowflakes dance. Opportunities are available to increase perception, understand historical and cultural heritage, develop new ways to evaluate artistic experiences, and look at dance and tell a story. Connections: language arts and reading, music and dance
Fifth Grade
Copland and the Common Man: Abraham Lincoln
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
September 2007
Aaron Copland was the quintessential American composer who captured the optimistic spirit and rhythm of his homeland in music. This homage to our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln, is without a doubt one of our most successful programs. Connections: American historical and cultural heritage, evaluation of musical elements and language arts /writing
Middle and High School
The Youth Orchestra of Greater Fort Worth
October 2007
We enthusiastically feature this young, outstanding orchestra, conducted by Maestro Germán Gutiérrez, to give many of our local students a chance to shine before their peers in a program that will feature student soloists and classics of the literature. With hope, the performance will give many students musicians they can emulate. Connections: music, social studies and world history
Romeo and Juliet
Stage West
October 2007
Shakespeare’s great tragedy, Romeo and Juliet, will be presented to high school students in a one hour, condensed version by Stage West. For more than 25 years this local professional theater company has been recognized for its excellent productions. Shakespeare’s universal tale of love and tragedy will convince another generation of the power of great theater. Connections: language arts and reading comprehension, theater
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini by Rachmaninoff
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
January 2008
The Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini is one of Rachmaninoff’s most enduring favorites. Under the leadership of conductor, Miguel Harth-Bedoya, the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra has grown in breadth and artistry over the years. Maestro Harth-Bedoya has exceptional rapport with young audiences as he interactively introduces the music of great composers. Connections: music, social studies, world history, language arts and reading/writing
Clint M. Dawley
Database Manager-Education Assistant
Performing Arts Fort Worth, Inc.
330 East Fourth Street, Suite 300
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: 817.212.4320
Fax: 817.336.4804
cdawley@basshall.com