Studio Performances
Students are provided with several performance opportunities each year. Our annual events include:
Recitals
- Formal Student Recitals (usually in December and May) – open to all studio members to showcase what they have been working on in lessons.
- Trick or Treat ‘n Tunes (usually the 4th week of October) – open to studio members who wish to wear a costume and have fun performing. A great opportunity to perform a seasonal tune or songs in minor keys!
- Adult Student Events – open to all adult studio members to party and perform
Other Performance Types
- Adjudicated Events – NFMC (National Federation of Music Clubs) annual festival competition; NATS auditions (for voice students only); State Solo and Ensemble Events
- Master Classes – all students are invited to attend, participating performers are selected in advance
- Studio Classes – group learning opportunities that incorporate a performance element
![Baum front – small 337×226 studio performances venue](https://bellamusicadayton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Baum-front-small-337x226-1.jpg)
Many of our studio recitals are performed at our performance venue partner, the historic Baum Opera House in Miamisburg, OH.
![2019 christmas recital student performances](https://bellamusicadayton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/2019-christmas-recital.jpg)
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. Recitals help provide direction and purpose that is important for the progression of musical studies.
- Benchmarks for Progress – Student progress should show with each recital in the pieces they play that display their musicianship and their heightened ability to manage their nerves and improve their stage presence.
- 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.