Instrumental
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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Matt Dudack’s Found SoundsFall-Spring Monday AM or PM, Tuesday- Friday PM only. Available during academic year
Curriculum Connection: Social Studies: Geography; Cultural Traditions: Island History; Science: Acoustics of Island Instruments Matt Dudack, artistic director of the University of Akron Steel Drum Band, and his group will take students on an exciting musical journey to the islands of Trinidad and Tobago, the birthplace of the steelpan. Students will listen to, as well as participate in tamboo-bamboo, traditional Caribbean tunes, classical music, and modern socas. Equipment needed: One folding chair and microphone. Grade Level: K-12 Concerts Available: 12 |
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The University of Akron Faculty Jazz ComboFall 2022 / Mornings Only
These concerts can only be offered to schools requesting two concerts on the same day. Curriculum Connection: Social Studies: History of American Jazz and its relationship to the Southern United States From among the region’s finest jazz musicians and educators, The University of Akron Jazz Faculty Group presents an informative, light-hearted interactive program covering the basics of jazz, including history, styles, improvisation and audience participation. Equipment needed: Well-tuned piano, electrical extension cords and a microphone. Grade Level: K-12 Concerts Available: 12 |
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The University of Akron Graduate Brass QuintetMonday-Friday mornings only, October through December 2022 & Late January through April 2023 (Not available March 20-26, 2023)
Curriculum Connection: Science: Production of sound Explore brass music from baroque to contemporary jazz. The University of Akron’s Graduate Brass Quintet showcases the music, history, and capabilities of tubas, trombones, horns and trumpets in this engaging and entertaining program. Equipment needed: Five armless chairs, five music stands and a microphone. Grade Level: K-8 Concerts Available: 6 |
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Urban TroubadourFriday only Fall-Spring
Curriculum Connection: Geography; Cultural Traditions; History; Historic Instruments Jane Berkner, flutist and Artistic Director of Urban Troubadour, teams up with James Marron, Head of Classical Guitar Studies at the University of Akron. Students will learn about the use of the flute and guitar in different world cultures through a program of music that includes classical, folk, Latin American jazz, and pop tunes. A Greek myth about the flute is told, and the history of the guitar is traced from Spain to Mexico, including music from the Disney movie Coco. Equipment needed: One folding chair and a microphone. Grade Level: K-6 Concerts Available: 8 |
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The University of Akron Percussion EnsembleMid-May 2023 / Mornings only
Because this program requires a great deal of set–up time, it can only be offered to schools requesting two concerts on the same day. Curriculum Connection: Social Studies: Geography, Cultural Traditions, History; Language Arts and Mathematics The “striking” sounds of the large family of percussion instruments are demonstrated in an impressive manner for young audiences. Under the direction of Dr. Larry Snider, the ensemble traces the influence of percussion sounds from the caveman origins through China, Rome, Turkey, Latin America, and contemporary America. Students are introduced to a wide variety of appealing percussion music, including an ensemble hand-clapping arrangement. There is a great deal of audience participation and an opportunity for questions. Because this program requires a great deal of set-up time it can only be offered to schools requesting two concerts on the same day. Equipment needed: Four chairs and a microphone. Grade Level: K-6 Concerts Available: 12 |
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The University of Akron Woodwind QuintetSpring 2023, Wednesday & Friday mornings only (Not available March 20-26, 2023)
Curriculum Connection: Social Studies, Science and Language Arts Introduction to chamber music and the instruments of the Woodwind Quintet through exceptional playing and animated storytelling. Performances include references to and application of foreign languages, geographical and cultural diversity and mathematical skills as reflected in rhythm, meter, tempo, instrumental ranges and dynamics. Equipment needed: Five chairs, five music stands and a microphone. Grade Level: K-8 Concerts Available: 6 |
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Tina Bergmann & Bryan ThomasSept.-May, Monday, Thursday & Friday mornings or early afternoon, before 2 pm.
Curriculum Connection: History, social studies, Cultural tradition, Science of Sound, Compare & Contrast (instrument families, sound production, building materials, etc.) Geography, Movement Sequencing. With their exciting programs of American old-time and Celtic music coupled with decades of teaching and performing experience, Tina and Bryan invite young audiences to listen, discern, move, and sing, offering a feast for the eyes, ears, and mind. Tina and Bryan engage students not only with music, but also with intriguing questions and humor. Participation is always part of the experience in which students are treated to and share in a variety of music on hammered dulcimer, bass, foot percussion, and guitar. Students will move in place and sing along to songs that will be shared with family and friends as a culture of music-making for the joy of it is explored and celebrated. Equipment needed: None. They will bring their own sound system. Grade Level: K-8 Concerts Available: 6 |
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. |
