UPCOMING EVENTS
Musicians Wanted
NOW REGISTERING FOR FALL PRE-K and KINDERGARTEN MUSIC CLASS
NOW REGISTERING FOR FALL! OPEN MUSIC LAB! Explore musical concepts in our brand new interactive musical learning lab! Hands-on activities, experiments, projects and fun learning activities will be provided!
Instructor: Angie Mack Reilly, founder of Ozaukee Talent, email angie@ozaukeetalent.com
Dates/Times: Open 15 Wednesdays September 7 to December 21 (100% attendance not required.) Off November 23. 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Ages: 18 mos. to 6 years. Parents of children who are not potty-trained must remain on 3rd floor waiting area “just in case”. Wi-Fi is available.
Cost: $150 REGISTER HERE
A NOTE FROM YOUR TEACHER
My ultimate goal as a teacher is to foster a lifetime of love for music in each student and to enjoy the process of learning. I use a “student-led” approach; meaning that I encourage each student to participate in the learning process through utilizing their ideas and things that interest them musically and otherwise. I place a strong emphasis on innovative thought, individual thought and the creative process. I also like to incorporate multi-disciplinary learning. I believe that the process of learning music should be enjoyable. I provide a safe environment where students are encouraged to take musical risks, make mistakes and are challenged to grow at their own pace and level creatively. –Angie
Great Lakes Benefit Concert This Tuesday
What: Live Music by Cozi Island
When: July 26th, 4 to 6 pm
Where: 1111 Broad Street, Grafton WI
Cost: $5 at the door
Some Things Are Caught, Not Taught
by Angie Mack Reilly, founder of Ozaukee Talent (c) July 21, 2016
I wish that I could remember who I originally heard this great quote from.
“Some things are caught, not taught.”
I have used this saying quite a bit, especially with my vocal students. A perfect example would be trying to teach a student of mine how to “perform” the song as opposed to “just singing” it. I will say something like,
“Some things are caught, not taught. Here. Let me show you what ‘performing’ this song looks like.” And then I will get in front of them and show them by example. Sometimes, teaching in the performing arts requires more than just words. It requires showing the passion or emotion of a certain piece.
Children are great mimickers; some more than others. Growing up, I was good at mimicking characters in cartoons like Marvin the Martian and Goofy. A lot of my vocal training consisted of mimicking Whitney Houston and Barbara Streisand. Honest!
I firmly believe that, as artists, we are subconsciously and consciously inspired by what our senses are exposed to. When my three sons were growing up, I am thankful that we exposed them to so many diverse experiences in the arts. I think that is one of the greatest gifts that we can give our children.
The greater Milwaukee area is fortunate to have so many opportunities to appreciate the arts between the festivals, concert venues and performing arts venues that we have.
If you want to instill a greater appreciation for the arts in your child or even help develop their talent, expose them to diverse arts opportunities that they can mimic. Some children learn better by watching or hearing rather than telling.
A great example would be from one of my summer drama sessions yesterday. A six year old student of mine performed “Thriller” by Michael Jackson for the class. I could tell that he has watched the music video several times and learned how to mimic the moves. My niece is a fabulous mimicker. Let me tell you, she can sing and perform every nuance from the movie, “Frozen” like nobody’s business!
So, for my Ozaukee County parents, Port Summer Musical Theatre opens with “The Little Mermaid” tonight. The shows will start this evening at the Port Washington High School at 7:30 pm. There will be 7:30 pm shows tomorrow night and Saturday night and then a 2:00 pm matinee on Sunday. Tickets will be sold at the door. Not only will your child catch some inspiration, but they will catch some nice air conditioning in this hot, hot, hot weather as well!
Ozaukee Talent Located Inside PokéStop
For all of you Pokémon GO gamers in gas efficient small vehicles, scooters, bikes and feet, you can stock up on accessories, Pokéballs. set up lures and meet other gamers at 1111 Broad Street in Grafton, WI.
Ozaukee Talent is located on the 3rd floor of the Timothy Wooden Building PokéStop (also known as the North Shore Academy of the Arts). Check into #ozaukeetalent while you are at it! You just might be surprised with a special surprise!
Stop by the Grafton Library as well!
It’s great to see so many new faces in the neighborhood! Welcome!
WATCH Ozaukee Talent on The Morning Blend
WATCH THE VIDEO CLIP HERE from the July 1, 2016 segment of “A 7 Year Old With ‘Perfect Pitch’!” on The Morning Blend TV Show! #themorningblend #tvshow
FALL 2016 Classes
NEW! Music Lab and Classroom
NOW OPEN on the North Shore Academy of the Arts’ third floor!
REGISTER ONLINE FOR OZAUKEE TALENT CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS HERE
NAIL THAT AUDITION! Come prepared to learn, practice and get personal tips for improvement from an experienced audition judge, producer and director for Youth Theater.
Instructor: Angie Mack Reilly, founder of Ozaukee Talent, email angie@ozaukeetalent.com
Date/Time: 9/11 2:00 to 5:00 pm
Ages: 7 through High School
Cost: $55. Register through the ozaukeetalent.com website.
OPEN MUSIC LAB! Explore musical concepts in our brand new interactive musical learning lab! Hands-on activities, experiments, projects and fun learning activities will be provided!
Instructor: Angie Mack Reilly, founder of Ozaukee Talent, email angie@ozaukeetalent.com
Dates/Times: Open 15 Wednesdays September 7 to December 21 (100% attendance not required.) Off November 23. 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Ages: 18 mos. to 6 years with parental supervision
Cost: $150. Sign up a sibling for HALF OFF! Register through the ozaukeetalent.com website.
VOCAL WORKSHOP WITH RHONDA ZOLECKI Rhonda currently performs with the official band of the Milwaukee Bucks, Streetlife. Rhonda has also had the pleasure of performing with Susan Tedeschi on the Conan O’Brien show, singing backup for Gene Pitney, and opening for Santana, Kenny Loggins, Susan Tedeschi and The Gin Blossoms.
Date/Time: August 21st 4 to 6 pm
Ages: 7 through adult
Cost: $20. Register through the ozaukeetalent.com website.
BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP WITH ALEX WILSON Alex is a professional blues performer from the Midwest who won the Wisconsin Area Music Industry Award for Blues and Guitar multiple times.
Date/Time: October 23rd 4 to 6 pm
Ages: 7 through adult
Cost: $20. Register through the ozaukeetalent.com website.
SCHOOL’S OUT! ACT OUT! Play fun, interactive drama games, learn some new theater techniques, gain confidence, work with props, and act in costume, meet new friends and be prepared to laugh a lot! District “NO SCHOOL” dates listed below.
Instructor: Angie Mack Reilly, founder of Ozaukee Talent, email angie@ozaukeetalent.com
Dates/Times: 9am to 4pm 9/23 (Port Washington/Saukville), 9/30 (Grafton), 10/7 (Grafton), 10/14 (Northern Ozaukee), 10/21 (Grafton), 11/4 (Cedarburg and Grafton), 12/2 (Grafton)
Ages: Elementary age without parental supervision
Cost: $70 PER DAY. Register for individual days through the ozaukeetalent.com website
NEW! OZAUKEE TALENT YOUTH CHOIR Do you love singing, dancing and performing? Would you like to share your talents with the community? Performers will receive group vocal lessons as well as individualized vocal coaching. Performance dates TBD.
Instructor: Angie Mack Reilly, founder of Ozaukee Talent, email angie@ozaukeetalent.com
Dates/Times: Fridays 4:30 to 5:30 September 9 through December 16. No class 11/25.
Ages: 9 through High School
Cost: $150. Register through the ozaukeetalent.com website.
CAROLING IN THE COMMUNITY Arrive at 4pm for a quick rehearsal and to collect songbooks. We will walk around historic Grafton bringing GOOD TIDINGS OF JOY! All ages welcome.
Instructor: Angie Mack Reilly, founder of Ozaukee Talent, email angie@ozaukeetalent.com
Dates/Times: December 11th starting at 4pm and ending??
Ages: 6 through adult. Families encouraged to attend together but not required.
Cost: $5 per person for materials or $10 per family. Register in advance through the ozaukeetalent.com website.
PRIVATE LESSONS: “Miss Angie” is a musician and actress who has been performing, directing and teaching for 15 years. Testimonials and referrals available on www.ozaukeetalent.com. Lessons available in piano, voice, guitar, percussion, acting and songwriting. Email angie@ozaukeetalent.com to inquire about available openings and pricing.
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