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Overview

Programme IDAEP0320682
Programme TypePerformance
Recommended Size 5 - 600
Language English
Programme Format On-site, Digital
Cost $990.00 Per session
Primary Art Form - Sub-Genre Music - Appreciation/History, Strings, Chamber Music
Student Profile Primary Lower, Primary Middle, Primary Upper, Secondary Lower, Secondary Upper, JC/CI, ITE
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Venue (where applicable)

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Programme Synopsis Many students may be familiar with common band instruments, but not a string instrument which is the backbone of a symphony orchestra. Utilising our versatile repertoire of string music that spans Classical, Tango, Jazz, Broadway and Pop, we hope to help students appreciate the diversity of music genres and their cultural contexts. Our On-Site Performance allows for interaction with students to strengthen artistic concepts and vocabularies (e.g. musical periods, articulation); the Digital Format comes with worksheets to help students consolidate key artistic concepts (e.g. style, mood, tempo). We also have a selection of Singapore-themed songs that can be included to help foster a sense of pride in our cultural identity. >> ON-SITE PERFORMANCE Sample Programme Brief Introduction of String Quartet Introduction to the Layering concept of a Canon 1st piece: Canon in D (Classical) Introduction to Tango 2nd piece: La Cumparsita (Tango) Introduction to the Violin with solo demonstration Introduction to Jazz 3rd piece: Take Five (Jazz) Introduction to the Viola with solo demonstration Introduction to Broadway 4th piece: Theme From New York, New York (Broadway) Introduction to the Cello with solo demonstration Introduction to other Genres 5th piece: The Moon Represents My Heart (月亮代表我的心) by Teresa Teng 6th piece: A Thousand Years (Film) 7th piece: Viva La Vida by Coldplay (Pop) Encore: Lucky by Jason Mraz Encore: Let It Go from Frozen; Disney Conclusion / Summary >> DIGITAL FORMAT Fixed Programme (27min / 35min versions) Teachers to stream a pre-recorded, password-protected video hosted on a video streaming platform, which can then be broadcasted to students via video conferencing (screen-share), or projected in classrooms. Introduction of String Quartet Performance Video: Alla Hornpipe; G F Handel More About the String Quartet Performance Video: Eine Kleine Nachtmusik in G (Allegro); W A Mozart Introduction to the Violin Performance Video: Ave Maria; Franz Schubert Introduction to the Cello Performance Video: solo demonstration Introduction to the Layering concept of a “Canon” Performance Video: Canon in D Introduction to Tango *only in 35min version* Performance Video: La Cumparsita *only in 35min version* Introduction to the Viola Performance Video: solo demonstration Performance Video: Humoresque; Antonin Dvorak Performance Video: Wedding March; Felix Mendelssohn *only in 35min version* Passing of Melody Performance Video: Salut D'Amour Conclusion / Summary
Focus Areas Appreciate Arts & Culture, Acquire Skills & Knowledge, Articulate Thoughts & Ideas
Point of Emphasis Arts in Society
Lesson Goal #1 [ON-SITE] Appreciate and understand diverse musical styles (e.g. classical, tango, jazz, pop) and their cultural contexts.
Lesson Goal #2 [ON-SITE / DIGITAL] Learn about the String Quartet and know the difference between the individual instruments (violin, viola and cello).
Lesson Goal #3 [ DIGITAL ] Articulate personal viewpoints through study and reflection on each piece performed.

Audio/Sound System, Microphone

- 4 armless chairs required. - Our string instruments are non-electric and do not need to be plugged into any DI box or electronic equipment. - Please provide one microphone (with microphone stand) per musician, linked to house speakers. If there is a shortage of microphones, the minimal requirement is one microphone (with microphone stand) per two musicians. - If the school is unable to provide the sound system, we are able to arrange for a sound system provider at an additional cost.

The Tote Board Arts Grant was introduced in 1995 to encourage the development of a vibrant arts culture in schools, and to promote arts appreciation amongst students.

Each year, all MOE schools and ITE Colleges may opt-in to receive the Arts Grant. Schools may use the grant to subsidise the purchase of programmes under the NAC-AEP and for the Artist-in-School Scheme (AISS).

All approved programmes are listed on the NAC-AEP Directory and come with a valid Letter of Eligibility.

To purchase this programme, contact the representative listed on the Programme Detail Page and make contractual arrangements directly with the programme provider.

Please ensure that a valid Letter of Eligibility (LOE) is obtained. Note that MOE procurement guidelines apply.

Payment should be made directly to the programme provider. Claims for the Arts Grant should be made via IFAAS and in accordance to Grant Guidelines.

Programme providers are permitted to make changes to the following aspects of an NAC-AEP, according to the school’s needs:

  • Programme duration, including no. of sessions
  • Cost of programme
  • Class size



Under the above conditions, schools can make claims based on revised programme costs using the same Programme ID listed on the Letter of Eligibility (LOE).

The following changes are not permitted when customising programmes:

  • Changes to content
  • Inclusion of non-approved instructor(s)

Offered by:

VETTA Pte Ltd

VETTA provides live music bands for Singapore weddings, private parties and corporate events, featuring active and experienced musicians that specialise in string instruments. It has provided the NAC-AEP program since 2017 with much success.

Contact

VETTA 91153889 contact@vettaquartet.com   Visit provider page

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