by Tim Dawson | Mar 15, 2016 | Director Spotlights
Today’s Director Spotlight is on Mr. Craig Ghormley, Director of Orchestras at North Central High School. Craig has continued to build on the steep tradition of the North Central Orchestra program. We experienced some technical difficulty as only one camera angle was...
by Mark Goff | Mar 15, 2016 | Music Truths
“I must study politics and war, that my sons may study mathematics and philosophy…in order to give their children the right to study painting, poetry, music and architecture.” ~ John Q. Adams
by Mark Goff | Mar 14, 2016 | Music Truths
“The ability to focus is a key skill developed through ensemble work. Keeping a balance between listening and contributing involves a great deal of concentration and focus. It requires each participant to not only think about their role, but how their role...
by Mark Goff | Mar 11, 2016 | Music Truths
“When a child picks up a violin for the first time, she/he knows that playing Bach right away is not an option; however, when that child practices, learns the skills and techniques and doesn’t give up, that Bach concerto is that much closer. In an increasingly...
by Mark Goff | Mar 10, 2016 | Music Truths
“Being able to think on your feet, approach tasks from different perspectives and think ‘outside of the box’ will distinguish your child from others. In an arts program, your child will be asked to recite a monologue in 6 different ways, create a painting that...
