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Secondary
Performing
Arts
Vienna International School
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Music and
Theatre
What we offer…
Ensemble Experiences
Instrumental
! Beginner Band
! Intermediate Mixed Ensemble
! Jazz Band
Vocal
! VIS sings
! Voices
! GLEAM
Theatre Experiences
! Secondary School Production
Festivals
! ISTA
! AMIS
Private Tuition
! VISMA programme
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The
Performing
Arts
Experience
Playing a musical
instrument can be a life
long source of enjoyment.
While relatively few
students decide to make a
full-time living from
professional performing,
many continue to play (or
sing) at university, and
later in community
orchestras, choral
societies, or form a band
with friends. In addition,
the music one experiences
at school includes some of
the great classics, and the
appreciation and insight
experienced from
performing this music
remains with the student to
permanently enhance
his/her quality of life.
We believe that all students should have the chance to
explore the essence of sound, and to use it to their own
creative purpose. All learners should have the opportunity
to develop their emotional intelligence and make music
together — singing or playing instruments. In addition, they
should have the freedom to become discerning listeners,
and experience cultural diversity through music. We value
diversity and the different experiences that our learners
bring to their classes, ensembles and private lessons.
Why have creative activity in a school?
We believe creative activity is of fundamental importance
to the development of a balanced or integrated
individual. As has been beautifully stated by American
composer Adolphe Bruce, “Creative activity in the brain is
the merging of reason and intuition.” The benefits of
learning a musical instrument or training the voice are
many. They include the development of fine motor co-
ordination, superb aural training, and the development of
a sense of discrimination. In addition, the art of learning to
read music and transfer the symbols on the printed page
into the physical act of playing is very beneficial for the
intellectual development of the student. As the student
progresses, he/she will develop a greater sense of
aesthetic and cultural appreciation.
Why is music so important to a new generation?
Most often, the answer will be that music is important
because of its side effects: it promotes spatial awareness,
abstract and mathematical thinking, physical coordination
and self-esteem. Furthermore, it is a way to learn about
diverse cultures and historical periods, and it teaches
students to cooperate with each other through group
rehearsals and performance. Other benefits include the
social involvement of making music with others, the
development of the self discipline required to practice,
enhanced self-esteem, and appreciation of music at a far
higher level than could ever be learnt or experienced just
from passive listening.
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Instrumental Ensembles A painter paints pictures on canvas. But musicians paint their pictures on
silence. ~Leopold Stokowski
Beginner Band
Directed by Mr P. Green
Thursdays 3.15pm – 4.15pm,
Secondary Aula
Gr5 and upwards
Beginner mixed ensemble is an
opportunity for all students to
learn an instrument and
participate in an ensemble
experience. As part of this
activity, students will receive
small group instrumental
lessons once per week.
Beginner Band will meet as a
whole group every Thursday
and will play a wide variety of
repertoire and perform at a
variety of events throughout
the year.
Instruments can be rented
from Votruba through the
school at a cost of 195 euros
per academic year. This
includes the instrument
textbook and concert t-shirt.
For more information, please
contact Mr Green:
Jazz Band
Directed by Ms M. Blagojevic
Mondays 4pm-5pm, M11
Gr6-12
Jazz Band is open to all
students who have been
playing at least one year. In
this group, students will learn to
improvise and build on note
reading skills. We are looking
for students who play Jazz
instruments such as
saxophone, trumpet,
trombone, piano, drums, bass,
guitar.
There will be a charge for this
activity.
For more information, please
contact Ms Blagojevic:
Advanced Players
Students who are advanced
performers will have the
opportunity to form chamber
groups throughout the year.
Please contact Ms MacRitchie
for more details:
Intermediate Mixed
Ensemble
Directed by Mr P. Green
Thursdays 4.15pm – 5.15pm,
Secondary Aula
Gr6-12
This group is open to all
students who have been
playing an instrument for at
least one year. This is also
designed for students who
have previously been a
member of Gr5 band. The
repertoire will range from
popular songs to large-scale
arrangements that allow
every student to meet their
musical goals. Music is
arranged for the specific
level of each student. This is
a great opportunity to gain
a high level ensemble
experience.
As part of this programme,
students will be offered small
group lessons on their
instrument.
For more information, please
contact Mr Green:
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VIS Sings
Tuesday and Wednesday Lunchtimes, M16
Directed by Mrs S. Ali : [email protected]
VIS Sings focuses on developing vocal technique.
Students will learn to apply this technique with a
stylistic understanding in a diverse range of repertoire
from classical to pop music. Although it is not a
requirement, many students study privately with the
VISMA programme. This group will perform in many
concerts and often collaborate with other ensembles
and members of the wider faculty.
Voices
Tuesdays 3.30pm- 5pm, M11
Directed by Ms L. MacRitchie: [email protected]
Voices (previously Jazz’n’More) is open to all students
in Grades 6-12. Students will sing a wide range of
repertoire that includes pop, jazz, folk, traditional etc.
Students will also get the experience of singing in
three and four part harmony and learn ways to
communicate their performances.
If you enjoy singing or would like to try please come
along!
GLEAM
Wednesdays 3.20pm-4.30pm, M16
Directed by Mrs S. Ali: [email protected]
GLEAM combines singing and dancing with an
emphasis on performing diverse repertoire, which
includes pop, rock, hip-hop, and musical theatre.
Students can choose an area of focus (soloist, chorus,
dancer) and can also participate as a
choreographer/director.
This activity requires a fee of 100 euros per semester.
Vocal Music Making
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Be part of the 2012 –13 Secondary School
Production!
Across the Universe Open to all students in grades 6-12
In August 2012, we will depart on a journey..
...Across the Universe
Starting from an adaptation of Julie Taymor’s film, the combined forces of drama,
film, music, textiles, art, orchestra, choirs, bands, and others in the building will
present VIS’s own version of this musical escapade through life in the US & Liverpool
during the sixties...
...to the music of The Beatles of course.
If you want to get involved in any way
please contact Ms MacInnes:
(All students involved in Intermediate Mixed
Ensemble, VIS sings &Voices will automatically
be involved)
Pictures taken from February 2012 production of Midsummer Night’s dream
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VISMA Private Music Lessons The VISMA programme offers all students the chance to learn a musical
Instrument. Expert tuition is offered by local private music teachers on
VIS premises.
Lessons are offered for: violin, viola, cello, double bass
piano
flute, recorder, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, bassoon
trumpet, trombone,
acoustic and electric guitar, electric bass
drums
voice
Single lessons and lessons in groups of two are offered depending on the instrument chosen.
Please also note that registration and lesson fees must be paid before the lessons start. !
If you and your child are interested, contact the VISMA representative at 0664 9572804 or via
email at [email protected]
ISTA Theatre Festival - Terezin 15th
-17th
March
The International Schools Theatre Association run many festivals for students throughout the year.
This year, VIS will be represented at the High School festival in Terezin. This opportunity is open to all
high school students in grades 9-12 who have an interest in Theatre. There are twenty places for
VIS students. We will be welcoming applications from all interested students from January. More
details including costs of the trip will be sent out in a separate letter.
http://www.ista.co.uk/
AMIS festivals
The Association for Music in International Schools run various festivals throughout the year. Below
are details of the festivals where VIS will be represented.
Solo and Ensemble Festival – Saturday 19th January, American School of the Hague
This festival is open to all soloists in Grades 6-12. Application will be by audition at VIS. The deadline
for applications is October 26th 2012.
European Middle School Honor Girls' Choir - May 15-19, 2013, St. John's International School
(Waterloo)
The Honor Choir is open to all girls in Grades 6-8. Application is by recorded audition sent to AMIS.
AMIS International High School Honor Band, Mixed Choir and Women's Choir Festival - March 13-
17th, American school of Dubai
Open to all students in Grades 9-12. Application is by recorded audition sent to AMIS.
Details and costs of all of the AMIS festivals will be sent in a separate letter.
http://amis-online.org.uk/
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Performing Arts Department
Vienna International School Strasse der Menschenrechte 1,
1220 Vienna, Austria
Phone: +43(1)203-5595
Fax: +43(1)203-0366
Student Groups
Throughout the year we have many student led groups. This year, a group of students
initiated the Ukulele club. There were also many student bands which took place.
Sign up for Performing Arts Activites
All Performing Arts activities are open to every student in the Secondary school. By joining
an activity, students are committing for one Semester. This allows groups to adequately
prepare for our concert programme. All activities are free of charge (with the exception of Jazz Band and GLEAM).
Across the Universe will begin during the week of August 27th. All other activities will begin during the week of 17th September.
For further enquiries please contact:
Ms L MacRitchie
2nd in Arts Dept
