Norwalk Symphony Announces Partnership With Darien Public Schools, DMPA

DARIEN, CT — The Norwalk Symphony has announced a new partnership with the Darien Music Parents Association and Darien Public Schools.

This month, Norwalk Symphony’s Brass Quintet will present 10 performances at Darien's five elementary schools. Based on the Symphony’s (Not) Just for Kids programs, these presentations will use STEAM content to introduce students to the brass family of instruments.

Musicians will present their individual instruments, spotlighting elements of pitch, rhythm and tempo; demonstrate unique attributes of each instrument (trumpet, trombone, tuba and French horn); and play musical excerpts spotlighting various genres of music. A moderator incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering Arts and Math (STEAM) attributes with musical history, vocabulary and math concepts. Students will be given a worksheet to support the concepts presented.

The mission of the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra stands on the two pillars of live music performances and music education programs.

"We are thrilled to be working with the Darien community and are looking forward to introducing young students to the Brass family of instruments," said Norwalk Symphony Executive Director Sandra Miklave.

Darien Music Parents Association’s mission is to support and enhance music education for grades PreK-12 in DPS and within the community. Through collaborative efforts with educators, students, and families, the association strives to foster a dynamic environment where musical expression thrives.

Darien Music Parents Association, formerly known as Darien Music for Youth, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has been providing music enrichment in DPS for more than 50 years. It funds yearly professional music collaborative concerts with students which are open to the public.

In addition, they run popular poster and digital media contests in all schools and offer merit scholarships to DHS students pursuing music study.