Harmony LNFI Week 20
Dear Harmony L’Etoile du Nord
The Havana Quartet Visited Harmony this Week!
The Havana Quartet performed for Harmony on Wednesday! Two Harmony teachers are members of the Havana Quartet: Hansel Pérez Carrero (violin, Riverview) and Denise Hernandez (cello, L’Etoile du Nord). Amaya Fuentes (viola) has also been a substitute Harmony teacher for us this year. It was wonderful to see them perform a wide variety of engaging music. And, Denise taught us to dance the Cha-cha and the Mambo!
Harmony Evaluation for Family Members
We want to know how we are doing at Harmony from your perspective as a parent / guardian! You will receive a paper copy of an evaluation form to fill out next week (which will include a link to fill out the survey online). The survey was designed with the help of Wilder Research and the MN State Arts Board.
Check your student’s backpack for the form on Monday, or check back here on the Member Page. In the meantime, I’d love to hear your answers to either of these two questions:
- Why is Harmony important to your family?
- How has Harmony helped your student grow?
You can share your answers here or just reply to this email!
GTCYS Orchestra Visit for Harmony Students – Tuesday, April 21
Mark your calendar – returning Harmony students are invited to visit a Philharmonia East rehearsal (with pizza provided!) on Tuesday, April 21!
Here are the details:
- When: Tuesday, April 21, from 5:30 – 7:15 pm.
- Where: House of Hope Presbyterian Church (797 Summit Ave, St Paul)
- Who should attend: all Harmony students in at least their second year (and their parents or guardians) are invited. Students who are hoping to play in Philharmonia East next year are highly encouraged to attend.
- What to expect: This event will include a meeting about GTCYS orchestra rehearsals and private lessons, a brief tour of the building, and a chance to observe part of an orchestra rehearsal!
RSVP here so we know how many people to expect. You can also RSVP by replying to this email.
Helpful Links:
- Absence form: If your student needs to miss a Harmony class for any reason, please fill out an Absence Form as soon as possible.
- Register for Harmony Summer Camp!
- YouTube Videos: play along with Harmony Teaching Artists on the Harmony YouTube Page!
- Harmony Member Page: Check out the Harmony Member Page for the Harmony Handbook, Calendar, YouTube Page, and any important updates!
Thanks,
Emily
Emily Doyle, (she/her)
Harmony Manager
emily@gtcys.org | 651.602.6809
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