Cavalcade on Broadway arrived! After months of practicing and rehearsing, it was time for students to show off their amazing talents! DVMTA teachers and students, along with their families and friends, gathered at Mountain View High School in Mesa on Saturday, February 24th. Students were dressed in their best, and excitement was all around. The performances by over 200 students were wonderful! The Broadway-inspired music was so fun to play and the audience responded with their appreciation. It is such a triumph for so many of these students, and we celebrate their success. It is equally triumphant for the Cavalcade Committee and DVMTA members who devoted so much time and effort to this event this past year. It's fun, positive and a great learning experience for all who participate. Many thanks to the committee, Carolyn Eldredge, Sara Pratt, Charles Newton and Lisa Hunt. This evening will be remembered for a long time, and we are already looking forward to next year. |
February brings many fun things, but for DVMTA teachers and students, February means it's time for Cavalcade! Months of practicing are over and it's time for the rehearsals. This year the rehearsals were held at Mountain View High School February 5th through February 20th on Mondays and Tuesdays. Students gathered with their groups and practiced their Broadway-inspired duets in an ensemble. The first rehearsal together is always exciting, and there is such energy in the air as they practice following their conductor in unity. This skill is so important for musicians to learn and when they have exciting Broadway tunes to play it's a fun time for everyone. On with the show!!
One of the great things about DVMTA is the variety of events that students can participate in. There is something for everyone, and Original Composition is an opportunity for pianists to grow their composing and performing skills. Students compose and record an original piece, and send it for evaluation. We were privileged to have Penni Scott use her talents to listen to and evaluate each composition and provide meaningful feedback. Over 100 students submitted compositions and performed at the Festival, which was held Saturday, November 18th and Sunday, November 19th at Southeast Valley Bible Church. Families and friends attended and heard some amazing compositions, and we cannot wait to see where these students' skills take them! We are thankful to the Original Composition committee, Buffie Meeker, Jessica Heidt and Joni Walker.
October 28, 2023, was a wonderful day for 461 young DVMTA pianists as they presented their pieces in the annual Music Marathon. Students prepared diligently and were rewarded with audiences showing their appreciation for their hard work. This year's locations for the event included Superstition Springs Mall, Southeast Valley Bible Church, Copper Springs Retirement Community, Clearwater at Agritopia, North Chandler Place, and Mirabella at ASU. This is a great opportunity for pianists to perform in public in relaxed environments. Twenty-seven teachers participated and helped prepare their students, and students showed up with smiles and even some costumes. Many thanks to the Music Marathon committee, Sharon Vance, Nancy Chase and Diana Palmer, and all others who helped make this day so amazing.
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