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Welcome to helenfall.com! Helen is a performer and instructor of viola, violin, chamber music, and orchestral music. Explore the site to find out more. Helen Fall Performance Bio
How Does Music Benefit the Brain? Research shows that music greatly benefits the brain. Read the article. Studies reveal musical training in childhood aids language learning ability Just one hour a week of musical interaction greatly increases linguistic aptitude, even into adulthood. Read the article from The Strad magazine. New Statistics Linking Music Education to Cognitive Development That 'Useless' Liberal Arts Degree Has Become Tech's Hottest Ticket From Forbes Magazine: Big tech employers are widening their hiring horizons beyond the STEM fields: science, technology, engineering and math. Larry Quinlan, Deloitte’s chief information officer, argues in favor of “STEAM,” in which the A stands for the arts. “It’s not enough to be technologically brilliant,” Quinlan says. “We need senior people who understand business processes, too.” Read more. Arts Education Fuels the Economy We all know that studying music and art is good for your brain, but did you know that the arts are also good for the economy? Read why here. A Musical Fix for American Schools |
KUDOS TO STELLAR STUDENTS! BRAVI to the students who performed in the Springfield Music Club Spring Festival on March 9th. With one exception, all students performed in two events: 1) Concerto Event, performing a concerto movement and 2) Solo Event, performing two contrasting selections. All works were performed from memory, and ALL students received ratings of SUPERIOR!! The judges' comments were spot on, and super helpful. We'll review them at your lessons. Special shout out to studio pianist, Laurie Bunn, who was complimented by the judges for her sensitive collaboration. Brooke has been accepted to Brigham Young University, and to the BYU School of Music. She will pursue a degree in Music Education begining next fall. BRAVA!!! At the February 24th All-State Orchestra Auditions, Brooke placed 8th among violins. Among violas, Jason placed 2nd, and Tyler placed 5th. Bravi!!!! Brooke was awarded 2nd place for her performance in the February 17th Vienna "Host" James Bland Competition! Brava!!!! John was awarded 1st Place for his performance in the January 27th NVMTA Concerto Competition, Intermediate Low Strings Division! Bravo!!!! Brooke was awarded an Honorable Mention for her performance at the January 13th NVMTA Judged Recital. Brava!!!! John received an Honorable Mention from the US Army Young Artist Competition. He has been invited to play in with the Army Orchestra at their concert on Friday, May 11th at 7:30pm in the Rachel Schlesinger Concert Hall. Bravo!!! *********************************************************** 2017-2018 Orchestra Honors Virginia All-State Orchestra North Central Senior Regional Orchestra District 12 Senior Honors Orchestra District 11 Senior Honors Orchestra District 11 Junior Honors Orchestra AYPO Orchestras String Ensemble TCSYO Orchestras Langley High School Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology Lake Braddock High School Herndon High School Battlefield High School Williamsburg Middle School *********************************************************** MARCH MASTERCLASSES ********************************************************** UPCOMING PERFORMANCES: STUDENTS Friday, April 13 Sunday, April 15 Sunday, April 29 Saturday, May 5 Sunday, May 6 Saturday, May 12 Friday, May 18 Check the Studio Resources/Parent Resources page for directions. *********************************************************** |
