Figure 1.--Trumpets are one of the popular instrument choices for boys. Many schools encourage a variety of informal music making. This varies from school to school depending largely on the school program and the interets of the adult staff members. The children are the principal participants, but adult staff members also participate. |
Many schools encourage a variety of informal music making. This varies from school to school depending largely on the school program and the interets of the adult staff members. Some schools such as Colston's and Sunnymede have informal lunch concerts. A choir or instrument group may visit a retirement home. Boarding schools in many charming English villages in small villages often play an important part in village life. This is especially true ~ for the music program. The children may participate in concerts, carol during Christmas, or provide the choir in the church. There are both all student groups and groups in which the adults take place. This is especially important at this age group. It also is enjoyable for all concerned. Not only do the adults enjoy the oppotunity to make music, but they enjoy sharing their love of music with the children. The children for theur part not only enjoy the opportunity to use their developing skills, but enjoy the opportunity to interact with the staff in the more informal setting.
