Bach to the Future
“…productions of the highest quality!”
"Left our capacity audience thrilled a the highest level!"
- Paul Ferrington, Conductor, Buffalo Philharmonic
Synopsis
An accidental musical spell sends Corky whirling through time to an age she has only read about in books. Will she make it home?
"A school project about classical music?!" wails Corky, "What do I know about classical music?" Uncle Siegfried to the rescue! But when Corky accidentally combines the ingredients of a magical musical spell her uncle is working on, she finds herself on an adventure with some of the world's most fascinating composers -- Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Dvorak, Shostakovitch! Join Corky as she attempts to recreate the musical formula that will bring a happy ending to a time travel experiment gone awry.
In Bach to the Future young audiences learn the power of creativity and self-empowerment while exploring musical eras and forms. The program lasts approximately 55 minutes and is recommended for ages five and up.
Instrumentation
2(1.2Picc)2(1.2EH)22 / 4231 / Timp + 2 / hp (opt) / *orchestral strings
*The number of string players is at the discretion of the orchestra. The number of books supplied is 87665. All music is supplied by Platypus Theatre in the form of bound books for each musician. A score with all text cues is also supplied as well as a rehearsal CD and a DVD for the use of the conductor and stage crew.
Repertoire
Ridout, Godfrey - Fall Fair
Bach, J.S. - Suite No. 1 (1st movement)
Bach, J.S. - Suite No. 3 (“Air” and “Gigue”)
Mozart - Symphony No. 40 (1st, 2nd and 4th movements)
Beethoven - Leonore Overture No. 3
Beethoven - Symphony No. 5 (3rd and 4th movements)
Dvorak - Slavonic Dance No. 8. op. 46
Dvorak - “Largo” from Symphony No.9, From the New World
Shostakovich - Symphony No. 5 (4th movement)
Tech Specs
This performance requires the services of three artists from Platypus Theatre: two performers and a stage manager.
Lighting can be varied to suit facility.
Presenter must supply two flesh-coloured, inconspicuous microphones (Sennheiser MKE 2 Gold or similar) that can be hooked over the ear or attached to the face.
For full technical requirements, click on downloads for the rider
Bach to the Future as a School Concert
Each Platypus children’s concert is tailored to fit both the primary (kindergarten to grade 3) and junior (grade 4 to 6) divisions. Our in-depth and relevant study guides were developed by teachers, with separate activities by grade level and curriculum that meet or exceed most provincial and state standards for arts education.
Cross-Curricular Connections
Drama (creating scenes and feeling through voice and movement)
Social studies (history)
Character Education
Listening
Courage
Perseverance
Appreciation