Studio Performances
At Bella Musica we strongly believe that confidence is built through performing. We strive to provide several performance opportunities in a variety of formats throughout the year. Performance formats include, but aren’t limited to…
Performance Lab
A performance lab is a relaxed, creative space to try things out and add to your skill set. Performance labs are generally open to any studio member either as a participating performer or a participating learner. Performers have a piece or part of a piece mostly ready that they would like to perform for the group to practice performing. This allows the participating performer to work on their confidence while also getting some great feedback about what is working really well already and what they might consider tweaking. Participating learners may not have something ready to share with the group, but still come to learn from their peers and to be a supportive audience.
We will cover a variety of general topics in a group discussion, faciliated by Sarah. Sometimes these topice are curated by Sarah; collected ahead of time of the event to be sure we talk about what’s on everyone’s mind, or resemble an “ask me anything” Q&A with Sarah about technical issues, performance concers, etc.
These events are “closed” to fan club members. These performances are just for studio members, due to the workshop, learn-as-we-go nature of the class.
Bella Musica After Hours
This performance is a cozy, casual affair – think coffee house at night kind of vibe. These events are designed for any studio member that has a piece prepared and ready to share. This is a perfect place to debut a piece that is ready, but hasn’t been performed yet. It is also a great follow-on to something that we worked on in a Performance Lab.
There is no formal instruction time incorporated in the “agenda” for the event. But, the casual vibe is perfect for “talking shop” with fellow studio members and other musicians. It’s a great time of community-building time and impromptu creative conversations.
Studio members are also encouraged to invite one or two members of their fan club. Space is limited at the studio, but we’ll squeeze in as many as we can.
Bella Musica Sips and Songs
This performance is polished, yet fun and intimate – think classy casual with mocktails. These events are for studio members that have a piece or two prepared and ready to share. This is a great opportunity to repeat old favorites that are still in the fine-tuning stages of their artistry AND/OR to debut new pieces that feel ready to share with the world.
This is also a wonderful opportunity to build community and encourage fellow studio members in their specific musical goals.
These peformances can be held either at the Studio or at an Off-Site location. Studio members are encouraged to invite their fan club. If we are off-site, there may be new audience members in attendance as well. Studio members have entertained at places such as Bock Family Brewing, The Bellhop Cafe, and the Baum Opera House.
Other Performance Types
- NFMC (National Federation of Music Clubs) annual festival competition
- NATS auditions (National Association of Teacher’s of Singing)
- Dayton Music Club Scholarship Auditions
- Dayton Music Club Honors Recital
- State Solo and Ensemble Events
- Solo Opportunities in area community choruses and muscial theater productions
The Importance of Performing...
Why is performing important to studying music?
- Goals – Students thrive when they are working toward a tangible goal with something on the line. Performances help provide direction and purpose that is important for the progression of musical studies.
- Benchmarks for Progress – Students should be able to see an improved ability to manage their nerves, acheiving more ease in front of an audience with each performance
- Confidence Builder – Students build confidence through successfully applying and executing what they are learning
- Peer Learning – Students can learn from and be motivated by watching and listening to their peers in performance. They can also hone very valuable critical listening and audience skills.
