Thursday, April 26, 2012
Final Reminder for Mandatory Coaching Class!
A mandatory coaching class will be held tomorrow, Friday, April 27th at the Summerhays Recital Hall from 4:00pm—5:30pm. The address to the Summerhays Recital Hall is 5420 South Green Street, in Murray. The stage will be set as if it were the night of the recital. Each student will have the opportunity to perform, observe, and be critiqued. See you there!
Saturday, March 31, 2012
April Newsletter - Important Updates; please read!
April 2nd—7th: GRANITE DISTRICT BREAK
April 9th—14th: ALPINE DISTRICT BREAK
I will NOT be teaching regular lessons during these dates, as I will be out of town. Please schedule a make-up lesson if your regular lesson falls during these dates.Friday, April 27th: MANDATORY COACHING CLASS
A mandatory coaching class will be held this day, at the Summerhays Recital Hall from 4:00pm—5:30pm. The address to the Summerhays Recital Hall is 5420 South Green Street, in Murray. The stage will be set as if it were the night of the recital. Each student will have the opportunity to perform, observe, and be critiqued.Tuesday, May 8th: SPRING VOCAL RECITAL
All students are expected to arrive 20 minutes early (6:10pm) to warm-up their voices and participate in a sound check. The recital will begin at 6:30pm. The address to the Summerhays Recital Hall is 5420 South Green Street, in Murray. Please come prepared to purchase at least one DVD recording of the recital for $15.00.
NOTE: REGULAR LESSONS CONTINUE
As always, I will continue teaching regular lessons throughout May and throughout the summer. Please plan to attend your regular lessons during the month of May, as usual, despite the recital.June 4th—9th: SUMMER SCHEDULE BEGINS
If you need to make a lesson time change for the new Summer Season, please let me know before this week! Thanks.June 11th—16th: REGISTRATION DUE
A signed registration contract is required for each new season. The 2012 Summer Season contract is due at your lesson this week.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Annie Auditions
Leapin’ Lizards it’s ANNIE!Alpine Community Theater (ACT) Presents ANNIE
Show Times: July 6th-16th, 2012 at Timberline Middle School.
Auditions: May 5th, 2012 – Get Ready for Auditions! – Enroll in our Musical Theater, Acting, Dance & Voice Classes! Sign up for upcoming Audition workshops!
Check our website for more information at: AlpineCommunityTheater.org.
Show Times: July 6th-16th, 2012 at Timberline Middle School.
Auditions: May 5th, 2012 – Get Ready for Auditions! – Enroll in our Musical Theater, Acting, Dance & Voice Classes! Sign up for upcoming Audition workshops!
Check our website for more information at: AlpineCommunityTheater.org.
Thursday, March 1, 2012
March Newsletter
March 19th—March 24th : RECITAL MUSIC DUE!
Please bring a copy of your recital song (either a copy of sheet music, or an MP3 minus track) to your lesson by this week. The music should be cut or spliced, marked, and ready for the accompanist, or the sound technician, to prepare with. Please notice, that each student can only sing one song this year. This will help to keep our recital night from running too long. Thank You!
Monday, February 6, 2012
Corrected Dates! Please Read....
Monday, February 20th: PRESIDENT’S DAY
Despite the holiday, I WILL be teaching regular lessons on this day. If your regular lesson falls on this day, and you will be unable to attend, please schedule a make-up lesson.
March 19th—March 24th : RECITAL MUSIC DUE!
Please bring a copy of your recital song (either a copy of sheet music, or an MP3 minus track) to your lesson by this week. The music should be cut or spliced, marked, and ready for the accompanist, or the sound technician, to prepare with.Friday, April 27th: MANDATORY COACHING CLASS
A mandatory coaching class will be held this day, at the Summerhays Recital Hall from 4:00pm—5:30pm. The address to the Summerhays Recital Hall is 5420 South Green Street, in Murray. The stage will be set as if it were the night of the recital. As such, please come dressed and prepared to perform, observe, and be critiqued. Tuesday, May 8th: SPRING VOCAL RECITAL
All students are expected to arrive 20 minutes early (6:10pm) to warm-up their voices and participate in a sound check. The recital will begin at 6:30pm. NOTE: Students and parents, if you have any scheduling conflicts with these dates, please let me know as soon as possible! Thank you.
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Upcoming Auditions for Sound of Music at West Valley HCT
The Sound of MusicDirected by Chris Clark
Auditions – March 24, 2012
All auditions are by appointment only. Audition appointments are taken in the box office beginning the Monday prior to the audition date. Please call the box office at (801) 984-9000 for any further information. All audition information and/or dates are subject to change without notice.
Auditions – March 24, 2012
All auditions are by appointment only. Audition appointments are taken in the box office beginning the Monday prior to the audition date. Please call the box office at (801) 984-9000 for any further information. All audition information and/or dates are subject to change without notice.
info@halecentretheatre.org or call 984-9000
SCERA auditions for Disney musical "My Son Pinocchio" on Feb. 16 - 17
SCERA is holding auditions for the final stage production of its indoor season – Disney’s “My Son Pinocchio” – on Thursday, February 16 and Friday, February 17, 2012 from 7-10pm at the SCERA Center for the Arts, 745 South State, Orem.
Auditioners should prepare to sing 16 measure of a Broadway-style song. Families are encouraged to audition together. Children 9 and under will only be cast with an adult family member. Gymnasts, dancers, jugglers, roller skaters, stilt walkers, or any odd or interesting talents are also needed. CD and IPOD playback is available or you may bring your own accompanist. No appointment is necessary to audition. Those invited to callbacks on Saturday, February 18 will participate in a dance audition.
Mindy B. Young will direct and choreograph, and Jeremy Showgren will music direct.
“My Son Pinocchio” will be performed on the Showhouse II stage at the SCERA Center for the Arts April 20 – May 12 on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30pm.
Disney brings their musical theatre magic to the classic tale of an aging toymaker and his puppet. It’s the well-known story, complete with the beloved classics “When You Wish Upon A Star” and “I’ve Got No Strings,” but given even more charm with a score of original songs from Grammy Award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz. With a lively cast of characters, this smart, witty and sophisticated family show is a delightful mix of heartwarming fairytale and action-packed adventure, as audiences follow Pinocchio’s journey from awkward woken puppet to a real, live boy and Gepetto’s transformation from demanding creator to a real, live father.
For more information, contact SCERA at (801) 225-ARTS.
Auditioners should prepare to sing 16 measure of a Broadway-style song. Families are encouraged to audition together. Children 9 and under will only be cast with an adult family member. Gymnasts, dancers, jugglers, roller skaters, stilt walkers, or any odd or interesting talents are also needed. CD and IPOD playback is available or you may bring your own accompanist. No appointment is necessary to audition. Those invited to callbacks on Saturday, February 18 will participate in a dance audition.
Mindy B. Young will direct and choreograph, and Jeremy Showgren will music direct.
“My Son Pinocchio” will be performed on the Showhouse II stage at the SCERA Center for the Arts April 20 – May 12 on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30pm.
Disney brings their musical theatre magic to the classic tale of an aging toymaker and his puppet. It’s the well-known story, complete with the beloved classics “When You Wish Upon A Star” and “I’ve Got No Strings,” but given even more charm with a score of original songs from Grammy Award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz. With a lively cast of characters, this smart, witty and sophisticated family show is a delightful mix of heartwarming fairytale and action-packed adventure, as audiences follow Pinocchio’s journey from awkward woken puppet to a real, live boy and Gepetto’s transformation from demanding creator to a real, live father.
For more information, contact SCERA at (801) 225-ARTS.
Auditions for Priddis Music Company
Come audition to be on the list of Priddis Music musicians. We're adding to the thousands of minus tracks already in our catalog. All instrumentalists are welcome to audition. We are always looking for the following instruments:
To set up an audition simply call our recording studio at 801-785-0949. Auditions can be scheduled Monday through Friday during regular work hours.
Come prepared to play approximately 16 bars of a song of your choice. Please choose a piece of music that demonstrates your abilities. Also be prepared to improvise a solo, sightread music or play by ear.
- Piano/Keyboard
- Guitar
- Bass
- Drums/percussion
- Strings
- Brass
- Woodwind
- Vocals
To set up an audition simply call our recording studio at 801-785-0949. Auditions can be scheduled Monday through Friday during regular work hours.
Come prepared to play approximately 16 bars of a song of your choice. Please choose a piece of music that demonstrates your abilities. Also be prepared to improvise a solo, sightread music or play by ear.
Auditions for the Secret Garden at Orem Hale Center Theater
Auditions for The Secret Garden will be held February 6th and 7th.
Please prepare to sing16 bars of a musical theater piece which showcases your vocal ability. Please bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.
All auditions are by appointment. Please call the box office at 801.226.8600 for a time slot beginning January 23rd.
The Secret Garden will be directed by Neal Johnson with music direction by Jeremy Showgren.
CAST OF CHARACTERS
Mary Lennox: Female Mezzo 8 to 12
Archibald Craven: Male Tenor 35 to 45
Colin Craven: Male Soprano 8 to 12
Lily Craven: Female Soprano 25 to 40
Dr. Neville Craven: Male Baritone 25 to 45
Martha: Female Mezzo/Mixer/Belter 18 to 30
Dickon: Male Tenor 16 to 28
Rose: Female Mezzo/ 2nd Soprano 24 to 35
Albert: Male Tenor 30 to 45
Ben Weatherstaff: Male Tenor 40 to 65
Mrs. Medlock: Female Spoken/Ensemble 30 to 55
Ayah: Female Alto 18-50
Fakir: Male Tenor 25 to 50
Mrs. Winthrope: Female Spoken/Ensemble 30 to 50
William: Male Tenor 18 to 30
Betsy: Female Alto 18 to 30
Lieutenant Ian Shaw: Male Tenor 25-35
Alice: Female Soprano 18 to 35
Claire: Female Soprano 30 to 45
Major Holms: Male Bass 32 to 50
Lieutenant Peter Wright: Male Baritone 24 to 35
Timothy: Male Bass 18 to 30
A Few Character Breakdowns
Mary Lennox- A young girl sent to live with her uncle in Yorkshire, England after the untimely death of her parents. Actress must look between 8-12 yrs. old, British accent preferred but not required. Must be able to sing lullaby songs. Actress needs to be able to show a large emotional range.
Colin Cravin- Archibald Craven's son who has been treated as an invalid since his birth. He believes he is going to die and is extremely miserable. Actor must look between 8-12 yrs old, British accent preferred but not required. Actor must be able to show a large emotional range.
Dickon Sowerby- A happy, healthy, good-natured spirit who has the ability to charm both people and animals. Yorkshire accent preferred but not required.
Martha Sowerby- A young Yorkshire housemaid. She is kind, good natured, and levelheaded. Yorkshire accent preferred but not required.
Ben Weatherstaff- A gruff gardener in his "twilight years", who is kind under his rough exterior. Yorkshire accent preferred but not required.
Achibald Craven- The master of the Manor who suffers from a crooked spine and general ill health. British accent preferred but not required.
Dr. Neville Craven- The master's dark brother who has his own ideas about the Manor and what should be allowed to happen there. British accent preferred but not required.
Lily Craven- A deceased mother who "haunts" those she loves through melodic lullabies. She is the epitome of femininity, but is also witty and quick-spirited. British accent preferred but not required.
Mrs. Medlock- The housekeeper at Misselwaite Manor. She is very stern and rigid in her demeanor. British accent preferred but not required.
Please prepare to sing16 bars of a musical theater piece which showcases your vocal ability. Please bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.
All auditions are by appointment. Please call the box office at 801.226.8600 for a time slot beginning January 23rd.
The Secret Garden will be directed by Neal Johnson with music direction by Jeremy Showgren.
CAST OF CHARACTERS
Mary Lennox: Female Mezzo 8 to 12
Archibald Craven: Male Tenor 35 to 45
Colin Craven: Male Soprano 8 to 12
Lily Craven: Female Soprano 25 to 40
Dr. Neville Craven: Male Baritone 25 to 45
Martha: Female Mezzo/Mixer/Belter 18 to 30
Dickon: Male Tenor 16 to 28
Rose: Female Mezzo/ 2nd Soprano 24 to 35
Albert: Male Tenor 30 to 45
Ben Weatherstaff: Male Tenor 40 to 65
Mrs. Medlock: Female Spoken/Ensemble 30 to 55
Ayah: Female Alto 18-50
Fakir: Male Tenor 25 to 50
Mrs. Winthrope: Female Spoken/Ensemble 30 to 50
William: Male Tenor 18 to 30
Betsy: Female Alto 18 to 30
Lieutenant Ian Shaw: Male Tenor 25-35
Alice: Female Soprano 18 to 35
Claire: Female Soprano 30 to 45
Major Holms: Male Bass 32 to 50
Lieutenant Peter Wright: Male Baritone 24 to 35
Timothy: Male Bass 18 to 30
A Few Character Breakdowns
Mary Lennox- A young girl sent to live with her uncle in Yorkshire, England after the untimely death of her parents. Actress must look between 8-12 yrs. old, British accent preferred but not required. Must be able to sing lullaby songs. Actress needs to be able to show a large emotional range.
Colin Cravin- Archibald Craven's son who has been treated as an invalid since his birth. He believes he is going to die and is extremely miserable. Actor must look between 8-12 yrs old, British accent preferred but not required. Actor must be able to show a large emotional range.
Dickon Sowerby- A happy, healthy, good-natured spirit who has the ability to charm both people and animals. Yorkshire accent preferred but not required.
Martha Sowerby- A young Yorkshire housemaid. She is kind, good natured, and levelheaded. Yorkshire accent preferred but not required.
Ben Weatherstaff- A gruff gardener in his "twilight years", who is kind under his rough exterior. Yorkshire accent preferred but not required.
Achibald Craven- The master of the Manor who suffers from a crooked spine and general ill health. British accent preferred but not required.
Dr. Neville Craven- The master's dark brother who has his own ideas about the Manor and what should be allowed to happen there. British accent preferred but not required.
Lily Craven- A deceased mother who "haunts" those she loves through melodic lullabies. She is the epitome of femininity, but is also witty and quick-spirited. British accent preferred but not required.
Mrs. Medlock- The housekeeper at Misselwaite Manor. She is very stern and rigid in her demeanor. British accent preferred but not required.
February 2012 Newsletter; Recital Dates and Info Posted!
February 20th: PRESIDENT’S DAY
Despite the holiday, I WILL be teaching regular lessons on this day. If your regular lesson falls on this day, and you will be unable to attend, please schedule a make-up lesson.
March 19th—March 24th : RECITAL MUSIC DUE!
Please bring a copy of your recital song (either a copy of sheet music, or an MP3 minus track) to your lesson by this week. The music should be cut or spliced, marked, and ready for the accompanist, or the sound technician, to prepare with.
FRIDAY, April 28th: MANDATORY COACHING CLASS
A mandatory coaching class will be held this day, at the Summerhays Recital Hall from 4:00pm—5:30pm. The address to the Summerhays Recital Hall is 5420 South Green Street, in Murray. The stage will be set as if it were the night of the recital. As such, please come dressed and prepared to perform, observe, and be critiqued.
Tuesday, May 8th: SPRING VOCAL RECITAL
All students are expected to arrive 20 minutes early (6:10pm) to warm-up their voices and participate in a sound check. The recital will begin at 6:30pm.
NOTE: Students and parents, if you have any scheduling conflicts with these dates, please let me know as soon as possible! Thank you.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
January 2012 Newsletter
January 3rd—9th: REGULAR LESSONS RESUME
1) RECORDING DEVICE
2) MUSIC TO SING
3) PRACTICE SHEET CALENDAR
January 9th—14th: REGISTRATION DUE
A signed registration contract is required for each new season. The 2012 Spring Season contract is due at your lesson this week. You can download and print the registration contract from patriciasueharper.com, or request a printed copy from me at your next lesson. January 16th: MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
Despite the holiday, I WILL be teaching regular lessons on this day. If your regular lesson falls on this day, and you will be unable to attend, please schedule a make-up lesson.New Year Reminder: WHAT TO BRING
Please remember that you are expected to come to your lesson with 3 things, every week…1) RECORDING DEVICE
2) MUSIC TO SING
3) PRACTICE SHEET CALENDAR
Recital Feedback Welcome!
Dear students,
I just wanted to say "Thank You" for the hard work you invested in our recent winter recital. It was a success, and I hope that each of you felt like you were able to gain something from your performing experience.
As the new year has begun, I have already begun to plan our upcoming Spring Recital. I have strong desires to provide for you a free, yet positive, and professional recital experience during every season, and am always looking for new and improved ways in which to do that.
Here's a list of ideas I have thought of for our Spring Recital so far:
- Do away with frequent microphone adjustments! I can do this by investing in two wireless microphones (and stands), so that other microphones can be "pre-set" for performers who are using the piano and/or guitar.
- Shorten the length of the recital! I can do this by allowing each performer to sing one song, rather than two.
- Improve not only the sound quality, but also the overall "flow" of the recital! I can do this by hiring someone to run the mixing board for me, who can adjust microphone levels, and stay on top of the music tracks, more efficiently.
If there are any ideas or suggestions you, or your parents, may have in addition to this list, will you please send them to me? Your suggestions and feedback are always welcome and appreciated!
See you all at lessons this week!
Patricia
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