Introducing SPA's future virtuosos!

A student practices the violin.

Our third graders are currently participating in  to determine which instrument they will take on in the future!

Minitria Slade has been teaching students the parts of the instrument, what sounds it makes, to which ensemble it would belong and, of course, exposing the future virtuosos to famous musicians and songs connected to each instrument.

At the end of the eight-week sessions, students will be able to choose an instrument to study and lessons and ensemble work are free!

Contact Ms. Slade at mslade@albany.k12.ny.us if you have any questions!

Also, if you're interested in exposing your student further, please consider attending one of our upcoming (free) winter concerts throughout the district. A schedule can be found via this link.


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