These short interactive events, long a Maverick tradition, are designed for enjoyment by children in grades K-6. Admission is free for children and adults.
Rachel Evans, arranger, director, violin/viola, Peter
Peter Lou Pappas, bass, Peter
Kathleen Nester, flute, Bird
Joel Evans, oboe, Duck
Mitchell Kriegler, clarinet, Cat
Elisabeth Romano, bassoon, Grandfather
Lauren Hosford, french horn, Wolf
Garry Kvistad, Tympany, percussion, Hunters
Daniel Kelly, Narrator
Lauren Hall, Cranky designer, creator, Shadow puppeteer
Colin Wright, Shadow puppeteer
Peter and the Wolf
Sergei Prokofiev
Based on the Russian folk tale “Peter and the Wolf” tells the story of Peter, a boy in the countryside, who encounters a duck, a cat, his grandfather, a wolf, a bird, and hunter, each represented by an instrument of the orchestra. A narrator guides the story. This engaging composition introduces children to classical music by learning to recognize the sound of each instrument. This presentation is made even more charming and exciting as a multi arts presentation which includes a crankie, (an illustrated scroll, lit from behind), and shadow puppets. The performance will be followed by an instrument petting zoo where people, especially children, can interact with and trou out various instruments with musicians on hand to demonstrate and guide them.
This performance is supported by the American Federation of Musician’s Music Performance Trust Fund.
