Young People’s Concerts
The very successful inaugural season of the College of Musical Arts’ Young People’s Concerts took place during the 1997–1998 school year, and was the college’s first-ever series planned specifically for children.
The Saturday morning 45-minute programs, created to introduce young people to various styles of music, focused on entertaining and educating, and all included interactive experiences for children. The 2008–2009 season of Young People’s Concerts will present five concerts, and will again focus on different styles and genres of music and instruments.
All 2008–09 YPC concerts will be held in Bryan Recital Hall at the Moore Musical Arts Center unless otherwise indicated.
2008–2009 Schedule
Saturday, October 18, 2008 – Violapalooza
Join the viola studio at BGSU for a string instrument spectacular! Learn about the viola and the string instrument family, hear how the instruments sound and give them a try yourself in the instrument petting zoo. It’ll be a string sensation!
Saturday, November 8, 2008 – Double Reed Madness
Come learn about the double reed family—the oboe and the bassoon! Audience members will have the opportunity to see these wonderful and unique instruments up close and personal, as well as learn about their very special qualities. Members of the BGSU bassoon and oboe studios will serve as your tour guides.
Saturday, December 6, 2008 – Caribbean Cool
Join the BGSU Steel Drum Ensemble as we present a “cool” island party. Music from across the Caribbean islands and the U.S. will get you hopping and dancing in your seats and down the aisles. There may even be an opportunity to try your hand at pan!
Saturday, February 21, 2009 – Meet the Buzzellis
If you can bow it, pluck it, or strum it, they can play it. Join the Buzzelli family (Chris, Julie, Gina and Joe) for a program which will feature a variety of string instruments (including violin, harp and guitar) and musical styles such as classical, jazz and bluegrass.
Saturday, March 28, 2009 – Funharmonia
This concert is in Kobacker Hall.
Enjoy a special young people’s introduction to the instruments of the orchestra performed by members of the Bowling Green Philharmonia. Come and experience “Funharmonia,” a musical extravaganza presented by the University’s own orchestra! Special guest: BGSU president Dr. Carol Cartwright, narrator.
All performances will take place at 11 a.m. in the Moore Musical Arts Center. Admission is $1 for children, and $2 for adults, and is payable at the Box Office the morning of the concert. The Box Office will open at 10:30 a.m. for each concert.
The Young People’s Concerts are recommended for children ages 5 and up, but younger music fans are welcome to attend. For more information, please call the Moore Musical Arts Center Box Office at (419) 372-8171 or (800) 589-2224.