Peres Teaching Artist Sings on Grammy Award Winning Recording
We are pleased to announce that ETM-Bay Area's Teaching Artist at Peres Elementary, Christopher Winslow, sang on the Grammy Award Winning recording of Mahler 8 with the San Francisco Symphony and Chorus. The symphony was recorded live in concert over four November 2008 performances at Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco, and won awards for Best Classical Album, Best Choral Performance, and Best Engineered Classical Album.
"There is nothing quite like being a part of a performance of Mahler's 8th Symphony. The sounds that surround you can simply overwhelm your senses," related an excited Winslow. "What a memorable experience each performance brought, having the opportunity to sing with world class musicians to sold out houses for all the performances. I am so grateful to have had the chance to make music on such a grand scale."
We would like to congratulate Mr. Winslow, the members of the San Francisco Symphony and Chorus, Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas, and everyone else involved in producing this award-winning recording. Christopher brings considerable expertise and professionalism to his students at Peres Elementary sowing the seeds for future symphony lovers!
Planned for 2011-12:
- Partnerships with 6 schools and consulting support to 7 additional schools serving over 4,000 children in the Bay Area!
Quotes
"I think music is a vital part of academics. It develops a different part of the brain, performances build confidence, music expands creativity, and it is a welcome break from the classroom. Music is math and reading and language – just a different interpretation. Thank you so much for this program – my children love their classes and their music teacher – keep up the good work – we appreciate you!"
- An excited parent discussing the benefit of the music on education