Inspirations
Here are unique videos of the truly transformational power of music. They prove that music is life-changing, regardless of the musician's technical level of expertise, age, economic status, performance venue, or even the 'quality' of their instrument!
LANDFILL HARMONIC - RECYCLED ORCHESTRA
"The world sends us garbage... We send back music."
Cateura, Paraguay is a town built on top of a landfill. Garbage collectors browse the trash for sell-able goods, and children are often at risk of getting involved with drugs and gangs. When music teacher Fabio set up a music program for the kids of Cateura, they soon had more students than instruments.
That changed when Szaran and Fabio were brought something they had never seen before: a violin made out of garbage. Today, there’s an entire orchestra of assembled instruments, now called The Recycled Orchestra.
Our film shows how trash and recycled materials can be transformed into beautiful sounding musical instruments, but more importantly, it brings witness to the transformation of precious human beings
That changed when Szaran and Fabio were brought something they had never seen before: a violin made out of garbage. Today, there’s an entire orchestra of assembled instruments, now called The Recycled Orchestra.
Our film shows how trash and recycled materials can be transformed into beautiful sounding musical instruments, but more importantly, it brings witness to the transformation of precious human beings
The Healing Power of Music
The Singing Nurse. Easing pain and providing comfort with a simple song.
The Empowerment of Music
The following youtube video was part of a lovely article. The video presents two persevering musicians performing a cello duet. Their independent digits are fantastic! I have enough trouble with hands on the violin. These young ladies have further mastered the instrument with wonderful warm bow strokes and rich vibratos. They're an inspiration! Warm appreciation to all these students' supporters, especially the teachers who adapted the cellos and modified traditional teaching techniques to the ladies' unique abilities. But most of all, heartfelt love for all these persevering musicians! Full article is at KDFC, Classical Music Blog: http://www.kdfc.com/pages/15713030.php
Student Performances
There are many places for students to try their skills! It's important to perform, as a celebration of all the students' hard work, to share the music they've learned, and to gain experience about continuing to play even through performance jitters. Students can perform at school, faith-centers, community events, and - of course - at recitals! Here are some videos generously shared by students' family and friends.
Video Credits go to Mr. Antoni Arockiasamy. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome captures!
P.D. performs Pink Tango
Accompanied by Mom Rina T & Miss Bekah at Vallejo Mills 2013 Talent Show:
