Cultivating Confidence and Musical Growth
Recitals and live performances are a wonderful way for students to build self-confidence, enhance performance skills, and learn to manage nervous energy. These experiences provide valuable opportunities to gauge progress, work towards a goal, foster a sense of community, and ignite excitement for music!
At Sing Music Studio, we have intentionally designed each performance experience to build students’ comfort and skills step by step, ensuring success along the way. From in-studio showcases to performance weeks, we create a supportive environment where students can develop the confidence to shine.
Our performance experiences are designed with the ultimate goal of preparing each student for our celebratory end-of-year recital in June. This special event, hosted at a local church, is a chance for students to share their musical journey with family and friends. With tickets available for loved ones, the recital offers a heartwarming celebration of all their hard work and growth.
Performance Experiences Include:
- In-studio showcases
- Holiday Performance Week (video recital)
- A celebratory end-of-year recital in June
- Various live performance experiences within the community
These experiences are designed to help students of all ages (including adults) and levels build confidence, develop their performance skills, and enjoy the thrill of sharing their music with others. Each event is carefully crafted to nurture growth and empower students as performers. The celebratory end-of-year recital will provide a special opportunity for friends and family to join in the celebration of students’ progress and achievements.
Specific events and full details are listed below.
Performances & Showcases 2024/2025
Oct 26th – Hallowe’en In The Village Community Event
Oct 29th-30th – Hallowe’en Showcase Week in Studio
Nov 28th – Christmas In The Village Community Event
Dec 10th-12th – Holiday Performance Week in Studio
Feb 25th-27th – Ignite The Spark Showcase Week in Studio
Apr (Date TBA) – Amazing Fun Park Stage Event
Jun 7th (To be confirmed) – Clarkson Village Live Community Event
Jun 10th-11th – Spring Recital Performance Week
Ignite the Spark Showcase Week – Feb 25-27, 2025
Studio Closed for Regular Lessons* – Join Us to Ignite the Spark!
We are excited to host the Ignite the Spark Showcase Week at the end of February, offering students the opportunity to earn Perform and Compliment squares on their Sparkle Cards as part of our Ignite the Spark Contest. These peer-attended showcases provide a relaxed and supportive space for students to perform for one another, connect with their fellow musicians, and celebrate their progress.
Each 45-minute timeslot will feature up to 15 students, allowing for an intimate and low-pressure experience. Students will participate in group warm-ups before performing solo or group class pieces. They’ll earn performance squares for their performances and feedback squares for providing constructive compliments to their peers.
This event is student-only, with no parents or spectators in attendance, offering a perfect opportunity for students to perform in a relaxed environment. Please note that these showcases will replace regular lessons and classes from February 25-27.
Students can also hand in their Sparkle Cards during the showcase to track progress and be eligible for contest prizes.
Performing Artist Program (PAP) Ensembles – Explorers Prep, Explorers, Dreamers, and Players
Our Performing Artist Ensembles will be assigned specific time slots to showcase their group performances. PAP students wishing to perform a solo can do so during their assigned ensemble timeslot.
Details to Know:
- *No Regular Lessons: Regular lessons and classes will be paused from February 25-27.
- Sign-Up Required: Students not enrolled in PAP must reserve a timeslot for a solo performance.
- Attire: Casual attire is fine, however, we encourage students to wear something that makes them sparkle!
Amazing Fun Park Creative Expedition – (Date TBA)
Details coming soon…
Spring Recital Performance Week – June 10-11, 2025
Tuesday June 10 & Wednesday June 11, 2025
Venue: Unitarian Congregation in Mississauga
84 S Service Rd, Mississauga, ON L5G 2R9
We would love to invite all of our students to participate, regardless of age or skill. For those in private lessons, you will work with your instructor to prepare a piece. For our Performing Artist Program students, you will work on a group performance and are also welcome to perform a solo piece prepared with your private lesson instructor. Kindermusik classes are also welcome to participate.
Song Selection Process
Students will perform one solo song selection per instrument of study. The song must be a piece that has been (or is currently being) worked on in the current school year during your lessons with your instructor. Consider song selections you enjoy performing, that showcase your abilities and what you have learned recently. This is a great opportunity to learn something new and exciting and there are plenty of supplementary books available for purchase at the studio. Song selections will be approved and finalized by your instructor.
Recital Tickets
Tickets will go on sale in May. Be sure to choose the correct showtime below. The direct ticket link to the correct showtime will be sent to you by email. If you require showtime clarification, contact the Harmony Team at [email protected].
Hallowe’en in the Village – October 26
Studio Closed for Regular Lessons from 12pm*
We’re excited to announce that Sing Music Studio will be providing a live performance area at the Hallowe’en in the Village event hosted by the Clarkson BIA on Saturday, October 26. Join us for a day filled with spooky activities and thrilling festivities, as Lakeshore Rd will be closed between Clarkson Rd and Meadow Wood Rd from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, with trick-or-treating and Halloween happenings taking place from 11 AM to 2 PM.
This is an exclusive opportunity for our Performing Artist Program students to perform at this community event! All other students (and their families) are invited to attend, enjoy the eerie activities, go trick-or-treating, and watch the live performances.
Performance Schedule:
- Students arrive at the Sing Music Studio performance area outside Popeye’s between 12:00 PM and 12:15 PM.
- Each Performing Artist group class will be assigned a timeslot to perform one one spooky Halloween selection between 12:30 PM and 1:15 PM.
- Mandi & the Vibe, along with guest Sing Music Studio Sparklers, will follow with a chilling performance from 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM to close out the event.
Costumes are mandatory for all performers (and trick-or-treaters too)!
Halloween Showcase Week – Oct 29-30, 2024
Studio Closed for Regular Lessons* – A Spook-tacular Performance Week!*
Our Halloween Showcase Week offers students a chance to perform in a festive, Halloween-inspired atmosphere, complete with treats, costumes, and spook-tacular activities. This student-only event provides a low-pressure environment for students to share their musical progress with peers and celebrate Halloween in a relaxed and supportive setting.
Each 50-minute timeslot will accommodate up to 15 students, ensuring an intimate and enjoyable experience. Students will participate in Halloween-themed warm-ups before performing solo or group class pieces, and learn about providing constructive feedback to their peers.
Students are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes! Each student will have the opportunity to vote for their favourite costume by awarding extra ballots to the student wearing their favourite costume, giving them more chances to win in our monthly draw.
Details to Know:
- *No Regular Lessons: Regular lessons and classes will be paused on October 29-30 for the showcase.
- Sign-Up Required: Students not enrolled in PAP must reserve a timeslot.
- Attire: Students are encouraged to come in Halloween costumes and will be eligible for extra ballots in our monthly draw!
- Treats: Halloween treats will be available for all to enjoy!
Christmas in the Village – November 28, 2024
Studio Closed for Lessons – Join Us for a Festive Community Celebration!
We’re thrilled to be part of Clarkson BIA’s annual Christmas in the Village event on Thursday, November 28 at Clarkson Community Church. In place of regular lessons, we warmly invite all students and families, regardless of regular lesson days, to join us for this festive celebration!
The event begins with an artisan market at 5:00 PM, followed by the tree lighting and Santa’s arrival at 6:00 PM. Before Santa arrives, enjoy the sounds of the Salvation Army Brass Band outside as they set the holiday mood, and don’t miss our Christmas Carolers as they perform outside at 5:50pm, welcoming Santa to the Village with a special song!
Following the Christmas Carolers’ performance at 5:50 PM, our indoor open mic session will commence inside the church and run from 6:00–8:00 PM. All students, from any lesson day, are welcome to perform a holiday song or any tune they like in this relaxed, no-pressure setting. Performing Artist Program ensemble students—including our Explorers Prep, Explorers, Dreamers, and Players levels— are encouraged to attend with their classmates! This is a wonderful opportunity for ensembles to perform a holiday song together or take turns sharing their music. Feel free to coordinate a time to meet your classmates, or simply arrive when you can and enjoy the festivities.
Event Highlights
- Artisan Market, live music, Santa’s visit, a petting zoo, face painting, crafts, and more!
- The studio’s Christmas Carolers group sings on the church steps to welcome Santa at 5:50 PM
- The studio’s open mic from 6:00–8:00 PM—bring a song to share or simply enjoy the music!
- Donations are encouraged for The Compass Food Bank, Armagh, and Embrave (non-perishable, gift card, or financial donations).
Arrival Times
- Christmas Carolers group: arrive to meet Miss Erin at 5:30 PM inside the church for a quick pre-performance rehearsal (don’t forget to wear your Sing Music Studio toque)
- Student Participants for the open mic: arrive inside the church anytime between 6:00–7:45 PM, no pre-registration required
Additional Details to Know:
- *No Regular Lessons: Regular lessons and classes will be paused on November 28 to allow for set-up and facilitation of the event.
This event has something for everyone, and we’d love to see every student join in the holiday fun. Don’t forget to dress warmly for the outdoor activities, including your Sing Music Studio toque available for purchase online and at the front desk, and bring a donation to support local charities. Free parking is available behind the church.
Holiday Performance Week – December 10-12, 2024
Studio Closed for Regular Lessons* – Join Us for a Professional Video Recital Experience!
This holiday season, we’re thrilled to introduce a new tradition: Holiday Performance Week! Instead of our usual live holiday recital, students will have the opportunity to record a professional-quality video performance, captured by our very own Neal Burstyn, a high-end professional photographer and videographer. Over three days—December 10, 11, and 12—the studio will be transformed into a festive recording space, with Neal using his expert skills and top-of-the-line equipment to create a polished, memorable video.
Each student will sign up for a dedicated recording time slot, where they’ll perform their holiday song or other chosen piece they are working on in their lessons. These individual performances will be carefully compiled into a single, high-quality video that captures the magic of the season and each student’s achievements. For students with more than one instrument of study, please be sure to book TWO time slots, one per song.
Performing Artist Program (PAP) Ensembles – Explorers Prep, Explorers, Dreamers, and Players
Our Performing Artist Ensembles will have pre-scheduled group performance times to capture their ensemble pieces. Ensemble students will be notified of their specific day and time via email, so please watch your inbox for these details!
For PAP students who wish to record a solo piece in the instrument of their study, a time slot separate from the assigned group performance time must be booked.
Holiday Performance Video Keepsake USBs
Celebrate this special event with a beautifully branded USB keepsake featuring the full, professionally produced video. In past years, our holiday recitals were held live, and we know that not all friends and family members could attend in person. This new video format offers a lasting memento that families can cherish and easily share with loved ones near and far.
- Branded USB: $40 each, perfect as holiday gifts for grandparents, relatives, and friends
- Digital download: $55, a high-resolution keepsake for families who prefer digital access
Proceeds from USB and download sales help support the studio and contribute to Neal’s professional recording and editing services.
Details to Know:
- *No Regular Lessons: Regular lessons and classes will be paused from December 12–14 to allow for recording sessions.
- Sign-Up Required: Please reserve a recording time slot for your student. Sign-up details will be provided via email.
- Attire: Dress to impress just like any performance. Feel free to get festive for the occasion!
This video recital is just as special as our live performances, and we encourage all students to participate and prepare a holiday song or piece they love to share. We can’t wait to see each performance come to life in this new holiday tradition!
