Dance
Below you will find a description of each performing arts group that gives all the necessary information to coordinate an educational, cultural, and entertaining experience for all grade levels. Some of the groups have customized their programs for each different school level. All musical content will be appropriately presented according to grade levels. All concerts will be appropriately presented according to grade levels. Performances are approximately 30 minutes, with 10-15 minutes for a Q and A session.
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The University of Akron Dance Company Touring EnsembleFebruary 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 2021 Mornings only
These concerts can only be offered to schools requesting two concerts on the same day. Curriculum Connection: Benchmarks for K-5 Earth Sciences and Life Sciences standards include themes on animal characteristics and habitats, extinction, the earth’s resources, as well as recycling and conservation. An educational performing arts (DANCE) school performance based for grades K-5. Performances are based on the theme of exploring endangered and / or unique animals from around the world to bring awareness of nature, and environments Equipment Needed: Well lit area to perform; place to change clothes for male and females and a microphone. Grade Level: K-5 Concerts Available: 12 |
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Verb Ballets / WiggleWords NEW!!The amazingly simple WiggleWords program utilizes the four basic shapes-straight, angular, curved and twisted-to physicalize each letter of the alphabet and uses movement games and dance choreography to enhance a wide range of literacy skills, including spelling, phonics rules, identification of vowels and consonants, reading, writing and rhyming/storytelling. This exciting program especially supports kinetic learners and reinforces the need for a healthy diet and physical exercise to support healthy living.
Equipment Needed: A clean and open area to allow movement i.e large classroom, activity room or gym. Access to a wipe board with dry erase markers. Video equipment and monitor to share WiggleWords DVD with students. Microphone. Grade Level: PK-K Concerts Available: 8 |
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The University of Akron Choral ProgramFeb. 11, 12, 18, 19, 2021 / March 11, 12, 2021 Mornings only
Friday, March 6, 2020 morning only Curriculum Connection: Social Studies, Language Arts The UA Chamber Choir is comprised of select musicians who focus on more technically difficult music from all eras and styles. Equipment Needed: Tuned piano; well lit area to perform; place to change clothes for male and females and a microphone. Grade Level: K-12 Concerts Available: 4 |
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The University of Akron Opera TheatreJan. 21, 22, 26, 27, 2021 at 9:00 and 10:00 AM
These concerts can only be offered to schools requesting two concerts on the same day. Curriculum Connection: Language Arts OPERA—IT’S ELEMENTARY! The University of Akron Opera Lyric Theatre will present an age-appropriate short children’s Opera Scenes Program, complete with costumes, staging and props at area elementary schools. The students will be exposed to opera, interact with artists and crew, learn more about musical terms and musical forms. Equipment Needed: Tuned piano; well lit area to perform; place to change clothes for male and females and a microphone. Grade Level: 1-6 Concerts Available: 8 |
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Lara Troyer and Red CampionFridays only / Feb., March, April
These concerts can only be offered to schools requesting two concerts on the same day. Curriculum Connection: Anti-bullying, self-confidence, self awareness, social/emotional component Join Red Campion (4 singers and a pianist) as they explore the idea of inclusion. Performing songs from musical theatre and popular genres, the program asks the question, “What does inclusion mean?” Through songs like, You Have to Be Carefully Taught, Expressing yourself, I am What I Am, among other favorites, Red Campion focuses on inclusion, being yourself, and how important acceptance is in today’s world. A timely message for today’s young people – it will inspire discussions long after the show is over. The singers are professionals from northeast Ohio; Lara Troyer, soprano; Denise Milner Howell, mezzo soprano; Timothy Culver, tenor; Brian Keith Johnson baritone; Judith Ryder, piano. Equipment needed: Well-tuned piano or keyboard, podium and a microphone. Grade Level: K-6 Concerts Available: 8 |
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Canal Stories with Hey MavisSept. 2020-May 2021 Monday- Friday NOT AVAILABLE: Sept. 21-28, Oct. 19 & 20, Nov. 6, Mar. 16-26, Apr. 13-15, and May 19-20.
Curriculum Connection: Social Studies (History & Geography Strands) Ohio’s vibrant history is tied directly to the Ohio & Erie Canal. One of its major hubs—Akron—was full of the culture, characters, music and life of the canal. Hey Mavis explores this rich heritage, interweaving music, storytelling, art, and history in an engaging performance that features songs and artwork from their book/CD ”Silver Ribbon Dream–Songs & Stories of the Ohio & Erie Canal”, which won a Knight Arts Challenge Akron award in 2016. Children and adults of all ages will enjoy exploring this silver ribbon of history that wove its way through the heart of Ohio. Visit their website at heymavis.com. Equipment needed: Electricity, general lighting and microphone. Grade Level: Fits best with grades 3, 4, 5, however would be fine for K-12. Concerts Available: 8 |
Offering Free In-School Performances in a Variety of Disciplines
Quality, free and informal live concerts are offered to all public, private, parochial, charter and home schools in Summit County and surrounding areas. The purpose is to introduce and foster music appreciation, encourage young musicians, and create a connection between cultures and races where music becomes vividly experienced as a universal language. Children's Concert Society enlists outstanding performers and strive to bring the very best of instrumental, vocal, and dance programs to our student communities. These in school performances enable the children to experience the music in a less structured environment--to ask questions, to learn the history of the instruments, and even to touch the instruments! CCS has a close relationship with the School of Music at the University of Akron for these In-School concerts. Along with several professional musicians, many graduate student ensembles perform. Not only are the children inspired by the graduate students, but the graduate students themselves benefit from the exposure to young audiences. This experience demonstrates to them the importance of enriching the children's musical education and may influence them throughout their careers as teachers and/or performing artists.
Instrumental Help students explore how music is made in a broad range of instruments. |
Cultural Diversity Create a connection between cultures and music for students. |
Vocal Show student how you can be your own musical instrument. |
Dance Students can learn how dance helps you see the music. |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a cost for the performances?
No, thanks to the generosity of foundation and donors support, Children’s Concert Society is able to provide quality, free and informal live concerts are offered to all public, private, parochial, charter and home schools in Summit County and surrounding areas. How long are performances?
All concerts will be appropriately presented according to grade levels. Performances are approximately 30 minutes, with 10-15 minutes for a Q and A session. Can you customize a program?
Some of the groups have customized their programs for each different school level. All musical content will be appropriately presented according to grade levels. How many groups can I bring to my school?
One group per school will be scheduled, but depending on the size of your school, two concerts for that group may be scheduled. Please note, due to setup time, some groups will only perform for a maximum of 200 students and will require two concerts. Do you guarantee the artist I picked?
We will schedule concerts on a first-come, first-served basis. Please number your top five choices in order of preference. |
