Other School Programs

Our school programs go beyond just attending concerts. We have two unique programs that give students the opportunity to see a how a symphony concert happens the behind-the-scenes.

Symphony @ Work

Grade 7 & 8

This program is offered to students in grades in 7 & 8. Students attend a brief portion of a KWS rehearsal and then take a guided tour to interview the people behind the scenes that make it all happen. From learning what the conductor does to what the lighting technician does, this program gives students a glimpse of the wide range of distinct careers in the arts performance field. Curriculum Connections: arts (music); information technology.

This program gives students a glimpse of at least ten distinct jobs, such as:

Conductor, Musician, Stage Hand, Sound Engineer, Lighting Technician, House Manager,
Operations Manager, Marketing Director or Librarian.

During the tour, students can interact with each of these specialists, listen to them describe their jobs and ask them questions. Prior to their visit, the class will receive supplementary materials with information about the KWS, the concert hall and all the people involved.

For more information, please contact 519 745 4711 x 276
or schools@kwsymphony.on.ca

Design a Concert

High School

This program gives selected high school students an opportunity to work side-by-side with KWS staff to produce a concert. From the initial programming through to the final concert itself, the students
gain hands-on experience in the artistic, marketing and production aspects. KWS staff will work closely with the students as they go through the planning stages, watch rehearsals, produce
marketing materials and see their concert come to life.

Starting early in the fall, the program will include 5 monthly planning visits where the students come in to work with KWS staff. They will also attend portions of the orchestra rehearsal.

The program concludes with a special public concert presented by the students and a post-concert reception celebrating their achievement.

For more information, please contact 519 745 4711 x 276
or schools@kwsymphony.on.ca