March 24th, 2015

Each year, Trillium Public School participates in the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony school concert program. This program is a partnership between the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony and local schools, providing students with an opportunity to be exposed to the world of music beyond the school and to hear a real symphony perform. Last year, some Trillium PS students were even chosen to sit on the stage with the orchestra to sing and play their recorders!

This year, Daniel Warren, principal trumpet player from the symphony, came to visit the school. He spoke to the Junior level classes and prepared the students for their visit by talking about the Canadian Hearing Society program which helps kids learn how to protect their ears from loud noises.

During the school’s visit to the symphony at Centre in the Square, the students sang and/or played their recorders with the symphony as part of the Carnegie Hall program, “The Orchestra Rocks.” A field trip to the orchestra can be very special for many students because they may not otherwise have the opportunity to experience a world class professional symphony orchestra.

On top of the symphony experience, Trillium PS students have the opportunity to participate in vocal music through Kodaly Choir and the National Anthem Choir, as well as a Boys Recorder Group and a Girls Percussion Group.

Being able to be a part of the symphony program enriches those other opportunities and aligns well with the Ontario music curriculum. It is also an excellent way for students to experience the arts in the Waterloo Region.

 

Daniel Warren, principal trumpet player from the symphony, visits school

Daniel Warren, principal trumpet player from the symphony, visits school.