Educational Programs

Calliope Brass delivers interactive, engaging experiences with brass playing for all students!

High School
(9-12)

Elementary | K-5

 

Our Signature Program

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“Every Sound Tells A Story”… And we want to hear them all!

Out of all of the enrichment and guest presentations we had during the year, this was by far the most inspiring and engaging for all of our students, grades preschool through sixth grade and teachers alike.

- Sarah Bills, K-6 Vocal & General Music Teacher

 

What’s Your Story? Telling Stories Through the Magic of Music

Available Programs:

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What's Your Story?

Program length: 40-50 minutes

Grade Level: K-6th (Elementary)

Pricing: Request info

Topic: Igniting Imagination with Interactive Musical Adventures

Description:

“What’s Your Story?” makes connections between music and literacy concepts by bringing stories written by your students to life, narrated by Calliope the puppet with an original soundtrack from her brass-playing friends!

One-time assembly: Assembly presentation that includes exploration of brass instruments makes connections between music and literacy concepts hosted by Calliope the puppet. Includes stories written by students in previous workshops.

Workshop series: Students write their own story as a class with the help of a Calliope Brass teaching artist over three workshops culminating in an assembly performance. In the final presentation, Calliope the puppet vividly narrates their story set to a musical soundtrack performed by Calliope Brass.The teaching artist workshop includes exploration of brass instruments and makes connections between music and literacy concepts.

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Adventures in Brass

Program length: 45 minutes

Grade Level: K-6th (Elementary)

Pricing: Request info

Topic: Narrating Stories Through the Power of Music

Description:
Join Calliope Brass as its seasoned musical adventurers lead your K-5 students through a journey that reveals the many mysteries of music. In a highly interactive, assembly-length event, students learn how sound is made, learn about the brass family of instruments, and learn concepts like major and minor keys, timbre, and range from the group’s creative adaptations of “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.”

The Adventures conclude when all the pieces of the puzzle come together in an exciting mini-concert, and Calliope Brass works with the class to point out how the music can tell its own stories through characters, setting, and emotion.

Adventures in Brass is a great fit for the wide age range often gathered for assemblies. Even the shortest attention spans will remain engaged for the entire program.

Did you know Calliope Brass has a YouTube channel just for elementary students?

Middle School (6th-8th)

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Brass 101: Meet the Brass

Program length: 30-50 minutes

Grade Level: K-6th (Elementary) OR 6th-8th (Middle School)

Pricing: Request info

Topic: Introduction to Playing Brass Instruments, Brass Demo

Description:

Immerse your students in the vibrant world of the brass family of instruments with Calliope’s Brass 101 program. We offer a lively, engaging presentation that invites students to explore the trumpet, trombone, tuba, and French horn. Our hands-on approach answers the pressing questions students often wonder about - how can three buttons create such a rich tapestry of notes? This interactive journey serves not only to entertain but to inspire, potentially lighting a spark for a student’s lifelong love of brass music.

We can offer this program tailored for either elementary or middle school students.

Brass 101 strikes a balance between fun exploration and educational insight. For the younger ones, it could be the first exciting step into the world of instrumental music, while for the older students, it provides an opportunity to broaden their musical landscape, perhaps considering a switch from woodwind or strings to brass.

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Popcorn and Playbills

Program Length: 45-60 minutes

Grade Level: 6th-8th (Middle School) OR 9th-12th (High School)

Pricing: Request info

Topic: Popular Broadway, Opera, and Film Soundtracks

Description:

Behind the Scenes: Lights, Music, Action!

This engaging musical journey takes you through the familiar tunes of Broadway, the elegant harmonies of opera, and the captivating scores from your favorite movies and TV shows. Not only do we perform these memorable pieces, but we also pull back the curtain to share personal stories from our careers in pit orchestras, providing a real-life glimpse into the fast-paced life in the music industry.

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Time Traveler

Program length: 45-60 minutes

Grade Level: 6th-8th (Middle School) OR 9th-12th (High School)

Pricing: Request info

Topic: A History of Brass Instruments from Renaissance to modern era

Description:
Step into a musical time machine with Calliope!

This program takes students on a tour of brass history, exploring the evolution from natural materials to the forged metal instruments we know today. By playing pieces that span from the Renaissance to the modern classical era, we bring the past to life, illustrating how brass instruments have shaped, and been shaped by, centuries of musical innovation.

Looking into the future, Calliope members will share our experiences creating new music with living composers and how musical technology continues to evolve.

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Performance Clinics

Program length: varies

Grade Level: 6th-8th (Middle School), 9th-12th (High School), College/University

Pricing: Request info

Description:

Our performance clinics can be customized to your needs.

  1. Chamber Music Coaching

  2. Sectionals for Brass Instruments

  3. Working with Individuals in a Performance Setting

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Panel Discussion Q&A

Program length: 30-60 minutes

Grade Level: 9th-12th (High School), College/University

Pricing: Request info

Description:

Calliope members have a diverse array of professional experiences both in and outside of the music field. These sessions can be with an individual Calliope Brass member or a panel of several members!

Sample topics include:

  1. Becoming a Lifelong Musician

  2. Continuing Education in Music

  3. Building a Portfolio Career in Music

  4. How to Start a Non-Profit Music Group

High School (9th-12th)

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Brass 101: Meet the Brass

Program length: 30-50 minutes

Grade Level: K-6th (Elementary) OR 6th-8th (Middle School)

Pricing: Request info

Topic: Introduction to Playing Brass Instruments, Brass Demo

Description:

Immerse your students in the vibrant world of the brass family of instruments with Calliope’s Brass 101 program. We offer a lively, engaging presentation that invites students to explore the trumpet, trombone, tuba, and French horn. Our hands-on approach answers the pressing questions students often wonder about - how can three buttons create such a rich tapestry of notes? This interactive journey serves not only to entertain but to inspire, potentially lighting a spark for a student’s lifelong love of brass music.

We can offer this program tailored for either elementary or middle school students.

Brass 101 strikes a balance between fun exploration and educational insight. For the younger ones, it could be the first exciting step into the world of instrumental music, while for the older students, it provides an opportunity to broaden their musical landscape, perhaps considering a switch from woodwind or strings to brass.

Popcorn and Playbills
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Popcorn and Playbills

Program Length: 45-60 minutes

Grade Level: 6th-8th (Middle School) OR 9th-12th (High School)

Pricing: Request info

Topic: Popular Broadway, Opera, and Film Soundtracks

Description:

Behind the Scenes: Lights, Music, Action!

This engaging musical journey takes you through the familiar tunes of Broadway, the elegant harmonies of opera, and the captivating scores from your favorite movies and TV shows. Not only do we perform these memorable pieces, but we also pull back the curtain to share personal stories from our careers in pit orchestras, providing a real-life glimpse into the fast-paced life in the music industry.

Time Traveler
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Time Traveler

Program length: 45-60 minutes

Grade Level: 6th-8th (Middle School) OR 9th-12th (High School)

Pricing: Request info

Topic: A History of Brass Instruments from Renaissance to modern era

Description:
Step into a musical time machine with Calliope!

This program takes students on a tour of brass history, exploring the evolution from natural materials to the forged metal instruments we know today. By playing pieces that span from the Renaissance to the modern classical era, we bring the past to life, illustrating how brass instruments have shaped, and been shaped by, centuries of musical innovation.

Looking into the future, Calliope members will share our experiences creating new music with living composers and how musical technology continues to evolve.

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Modern Classics

Program length: 45-60 minutes

Grade Level: 9th-12th (High School), College/University

Pricing: Request info

Topic: Music for Brass by Living Composers

Description:

This program brings the latest compositions in brass quintet music to the stage, many of which have been commissioned by our ensemble. As part of the recital, we also share our firsthand experiences of collaborating with composers, shed light on the diverse career paths in the music industry, and share our perspectives on the future trajectory of classical music. It's a unique blend of compelling performances and enriching conversations that provide an inside look into the dynamic world of music.

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Performance Clinics

Program length: varies

Grade Level: 6th-8th (Middle School), 9th-12th (High School), College/University

Pricing: Request info

Description:

Our performance clinics can be customized to your needs.

  1. Chamber Music Coaching

  2. Sectionals for Brass Instruments

  3. Working with Individuals in a Performance Setting

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Quick View
Panel Discussion Q&A

Program length: 30-60 minutes

Grade Level: 9th-12th (High School), College/University

Pricing: Request info

Description:

Calliope members have a diverse array of professional experiences both in and outside of the music field. These sessions can be with an individual Calliope Brass member or a panel of several members!

Sample topics include:

  1. Becoming a Lifelong Musician

  2. Continuing Education in Music

  3. Building a Portfolio Career in Music

  4. How to Start a Non-Profit Music Group

 

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