VERO BEACH — The Vero Beach High School Music Department presents “Big Composers, Little Pieces” Chamber Concert on Thursday, April 12, at 7 p.m. in the Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th St.
Some musical selections performed will include Holst’s Suite No. 1 in E flat, Gounod’s Petite Symphony, and the Impresario Overture by Mozart.
The concert will also feature traditional military marches by Beethoven and contemporary Japanese Impressions for Percussion.
According to Music Education Advocacy Resources, early musical training helps develop brain areas involved in language and reasoning as well as enhancing teamwork skills and discipline.
Also, recent studies show that students who study the arts are more successful on standardized tests.
This concert involves nearly 100 student musicians.
Proceeds go to benefit Indian River county music education programs.
Tickets are $12 for the lower level and $10 for the upper level. All seating is reserved.
Please call the box office at (772) 564-5537.
