2023

Summer Recital

June 11, 2023 5:00 pm

Providence Presbyterian Church

Summer Serenades: Students in the Spotlight

In the last few months, our students have practiced tirelessly, honing their skills and perfecting their performances. This recital is a chance for them to share their talents with you and to demonstrate the progress they have made. Here you will find all the relevant information regarding the event. Please review it carefully and sign up for the event using the form below. Let us know if you’ve any questions.

2023 Summer Recital Event Poster

Recital program

The following is a list of performers and their chosen song(s), in order of appearance. Click on each performer to see their past performances.

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Mary Had a Little Lamb

Nursery Rhyme
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Old MacDonald Had a Farm

Nursery Rhyme

The Chimes

Westminster Chime
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Yankee Doodle

Nursery Rhyme

Paw Patrol Theme Song

Michael “Smidi” Smith
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Axel F

Crazy Frog

Princess Waltz

John Thompson
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Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

Nursery Rhyme

Row Row

Nursery Rhyme
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The Trombone Player

John Thompson

Ten Little Dancers

Nursery Rhyme
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Sunrise

John Thompson

Bingo

Traditional
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A Merry March

Cornelius Gurlitt

Rusty old bike

Faber
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The Juggler

Faber

Peter, Peter

Faber
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The Skater

John Thompson

Tom-Toms

John Thompson
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The Pipers are Coming

Theme from Musette

Little Bo-Peep

John Thompson
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Swan Lake

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Palm Sugar Fairy

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
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Ode to joy

Ludwig van Beethoven

Hummingbird Wings

Faber
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In the Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt

Edvard Grieg

Oh, My Darling Clementine

Traditional
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The Leap Frog

Faber

The Houseman’s Night Ride

Faber
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Lunar Eclipse

Fabers

The Adventure

Fabers
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Malaguena

Traditional

Hedwig’s Theme from Harry Potter

John Williams
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Etude in B-Flat

John Thompson

The Peasant Dance

Folk Tune
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Morning From Peer Gynt

Edvard Grieg

Vivace in A minor

Ferdinando Carulli
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Distants Bell

L. Streabbog

German Dances WoO 8, No. 1

Ludwig van Beethoven
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Londonderry Air

Irish Air (Folk Tune)

Musette in D major, BWV Anh. 126

Johann Sebastian Bach
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Pastorale Op. 100, No. 3

Burgmuller

A Little Piece Op. 68, No.5

Robert Schumann
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Minuet in G

Johann Sebastian Bach

Moon Light Melody

Fabers
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Sonatina in C, Op.36 No.1 – I : Spiritoso

Clementi

Sonatina in C, Op.36 No.3 – II : Un poco adagio

Clementi
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Sonatina in C, Op.36 No.1 – II : Andante, III : Vivace

Clementi
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Sonatina in G Anh5, No. 1, I : Moderato, II : Romanze

Ludwig van Beethoven
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Rush E

Andrew Wrangell
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Hungarian Dance No. 5

Johannes Brahms

Athletic from Super Mario Wolrd 2: Yoshi’s Island

Koji Kondo
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Sonatina in C, Op. 20, No. 1, I: Allegro, II: Andante

Friedrich Kuhlau
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Für Elise

Ludwig van Beethoven
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Prelude Op. 28, No. 15

Frédéric Chopin
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Sonata No. 17 in D minor, Op. 31, No. 2, I : Largo – Allegro

Ludwig van Beethoven
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Minuet in G

Christian Petzold
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Theme from Witches’ Dance

Niccolò Paganini

Ao-Jaow-Aey

Ost. Destiny
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Minuet in A

Ridolfo Luigi Boccherini

Dandelions

Ruth B
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Gavotte from Mignon

Ambroise Thomas

Minuet in G

Ludwig van Beethoven
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Salut d’Amour

Edward Elgar
Show program

Video

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FOR PARENTS

Arrival Time: Please arrive no later than 15 minutes before the start of the recital.

Food Policy: Church doesn't allow food in the Sanctuary, only in the lobby space.

Guest limit: Each registered performer can bring 5 guests.

Recording: The recital will be recorded and posted on studio YouTube channel after the event. But you’re also welcome to record the event. Please respect the audience and performers, stay towards the back or outer edges of the room, and NO FLASH during all performances.

Award ceremony will be at the end of the recital.

Audience etiquette for formal classical concert/recital:

  • Always remain quiet during performance.
  • Be attentive and give the performers your attention.
  • Be considerate of others.
  • No strong perfumes and/or scents.
  • No flash photography during a performance.
  • Applause when a new performer is introduced and hold your applause until they finished all their songs (when performer gets up from the bench).
  • Turn on silent mode on your phone or any other electronics.
  • For families with small children, please keep them respectful during performance.
  • If you need to use the bathroom or leave the recital hall, please wait until between each performance.

FOR PERFORMERS

Conquer the Stage: Tips and Tricks for Preparing for Your Recital

1. Familiarize yourself with the pieces, though memorization is optional.

2. Prepare for the performance:

  • Approach the stage confidently.
  • Come to a complete stop in front of the piano.
  • Establish eye contact with the audience.
  • Perform a graceful bow, counting to three as you do so.

3. Adjust your piano bench to ensure comfort. If needed, don't hesitate to ask Ms.Pangfun for assistance.

4. While seated:

  • Maintain an upright posture with hands on your lap.
  • Lift your hands and place them gently on the keys.
  • Take a deep breath.
  • Begin playing.

5. Between each song:

  • Lift your hands off the keys and rest them on your lap.
  • Calm any nerves, take your time, and prepare for the next piece.
  • When ready, lift your hands and place them on the keys.
  • Inhale and continue playing.

6. After the final song:

  • Lift your hands from the keys.
  • Rest them on your lap for a count of three.
  • Stand up from the bench.
  • Perform a bow, counting to three.

7. Before the recital, practice wearing your chosen attire, including shoes, at least twice to ensure comfort.

Dress in your finest attire or as elegantly as you prefer. Ensure that your clothing allows for unrestricted arm movement, with appropriate sleeve length and minimal interference with playing and comfort.

Please refrain from wearing jeans or slippers.

Keep your hair away from your face by clipping, tying, or using gel as recommended for convenience and focus during your performance.

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