Thursday, March 7, 2024

Asynchronous Operatunities!

 Tuesday, March 12 is an Asynchronous Day (students work at home), but in honor of Music in our Schools Month I've arranged for Zoom viewing of TWO operas (about 40 minutes each), generously provided by The Atlanta Opera. Tune in the whole family or invite friends over!


Showtimes on Tuesday, March 12:

11:30am Hansel and Gretel here's a preview: 



1:00pm The Pirates of Penzance here's a preview: 



Click or scan the attached ticket on Tuesday at the times listed to get to the Zoom room to watch the performances!


http://tinyAPS.com/?MusicZoomRoom

Monday, July 31, 2023

AC is where the cool kids go!

 Advanced Chorus begins THIS FRIDAY, August 4!


It’s where the c😎😎l kids go! Get it???

Advanced Chorus

begins THIS Friday, August 4, 2023

(you can join later, too)

Rehearsal is from dismissal until 4:45pm

      Ms. Turgeon will call for AC members to come to the gym at dismissal

• we’ll rehearse in the Gym and/or in the Music room

• After rehearsal Singers will be released at the Briarcliff entrance

·        Exemplary behavior is expected — interruptions of rehearsal won’t be tolerated

• No audition necessary!

1.   Send an email to let your teacher know you’ll stay Fridays until 4:45pm

2.   Ask parents to complete the FORM and/or sign up on the sheet outside Ms. Turgeon’s door so she knows you’re coming!

 

The Music@SPARK Chorus and AC fee is

$20 for new members, $5.00 for returning members of Chorus and AC

Scholarships are available if money is tight.

Donations for scholarships are appreciated!

Fees cover the cost of the Music@SPARK uniform polo plus sheet music and other AC costs.

• You provide: Γ  Black pants/skirt/shorts & Black shoes for performances

Payment link coming soon! Let Ms. Turgeon know if you need assistance 





Friday, May 26, 2023

Whirlwind to the end!

These photos and videos are in reverse order:

Senior walk, 5th grade awards, K awards, Chorus/AC Concert, the Carnival day, Howard Chorus concert, Field Day, Howard Playmakers' Macbeth performance, APS Awards, Inman Park Festival Parade. 

It has been a busy, joyful, beautiful year!  


We had a SPARKtacular celebration for these @APS_SPARK 5th graders! We became πŸ‰ πŸ‰ together 6 years ago, so they will forever be special! πŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’š#BeSPARK @SPARKpto @TerryHarness @sarapruett5 @STEMbieda pic.twitter.com/WGgOa43cYm

— 𝔻𝕣. π•π•–π•Ÿπ•Ÿπ•šπ•—π•–π•£ π•‹π• π•Ÿπ•–π•ͺπŸ’šπŸŒ³πŸ‰ (@drjtoney) May 26, 2023

 When I Grow Up + Revolting Children from Matilda = 

When I Grow Revolting 5th Graders






On the last day of AC the 5th graders taught others the moves for When I Grow Up. πŸ’š 

 

Coco with artwork she created in 5th grade!

















We finished up the Druid Hills Home and Garden tour with a great concert! @MusicAtSPARK @drjtoney @sarapruett5 @KSulchek @APS_SPARK #STEAM pic.twitter.com/Ujx9Tq6SPw
— Kristin Siembieda (@STEMbieda) April 30, 2023






Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Fine Arts Night #FAN23

 

Submit or upload your video below!




 


 Our 3rd-5th graders sang at the Atlanta Gladiators vs Maine Mariners game on Friday, March 24th!
Ms. Turgeon's Uncle Paul, Cousin Ann-Marie and baby Charlie
Uncle Paul has played amateur hockey in Atlanta since the 1970s!
Nico's dad David Gibson introduced us to Anson Carter! Former NHL player and currently a part-owner of the Gladiators! He's also on NHL on TNT!
N and D in the owner's box

Our Silly Face game is strong!
E's mom won this jersey!

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

January and February #TKTD, SEHC, and LGPE

Whew! It's been a busy 2023 so far! Here are some highlights--most recent to earlier in the year:

 LGPE: GMEA Large Group Performance Evaluation
Our Music@SPARK singers did a wonderful job on Valentine's Day, and we earned Superior ratings from all 3 repertoire judges and in sight-singing! Bravi, tutti!  

Unlisted YouTube links: 
North Wind (Cherokee Wayfaring Stranger):
   

The Owls by Peter Jenkyns:
   










Special thanks to our Accompanist, Ms. Turgeon's friend and mentor, Ms. Millie Turek!


 Statewide Elementary Honor Chorus


SEHC Playlist:


February #TKTD43 Black History Month January #TKTD42 Happy Birthday Elvis and David Bowie!