Today I took my second graders to Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth to see the FWSO. They do a great children's performance every year. They presented "Peter and the Wolf" by Prokofiev, complete with ballet dancers acting out the story. The kids LOVED it! This year we sat in the Upper Gallery...read "nosebleed section"...but even from there, the view is great.
It's one of my favorite events of the year. We make a big deal out of getting to go to a symphony concert. We discuss proper etiquette for attending a concert, and what to wear--the kids show up on field trip day dressed to the nines. A 7-year-old in a suit and tie is ADORABLE! They learn about the Hall beforehand, so as soon as they get inside they are looking around, identifying the art on the ceilings and marble staircases that they saw in pictures. The staff and volunteers at Bass Hall are fabulous--they love what they do and they are good at it. They escort you from the bus to your seats and back again. It's almost impossible to lose anyone on this trip! ;)
If you ever have the opportunity to take students to Bass Performance Hall, DO IT. It will be the best music field trip you've ever done!
1 comment:
I LOVED going to the bass hall with my kids when I taught in the North Texas area. It is such a wonderful experience for the kids...especially those who would never have had the opportunity otherwise.
I miss going on that trip since I moved south.
Glad y'all had such a great trip!
Cara
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