You’ve already had your elementary students create invitations for their very first concert and hopefully many parents will be able to see their children’s first musical performance. It’s a milestone for parents as well as students, so
“ Use the moment to inform the audience that this concert is the first step on an exciting path that really never ends.”
Use the moment to inform the audience that this concert is the first step on an exciting path that really never ends. Tell them about the audition in February called the
Remind the parents that practice is essential for the group to progress. And remind the parents that the rewards of their child’s hard work are numerous, including opportunities for travel. If you have traveled with your older ensembles, tell the audience of their accomplishments and let them know that those opportunities were created from this very moment.
“ Remind the parents that practice is essential for the group to progress. And remind the parents that the rewards of their child’s hard work are numerous, including opportunities for travel.”
Let the audience know when your monthly Parent Support Meeting takes place. If you have a Parent Support President or Board member, have them speak for one minute about the need for parent support.
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