The Sheldon introduces young people to jazz, folk, classical, blues and the American musical in weekday morning programs for school groups. Teacher packets are available for each program, for use before or after the concert, and tickets are just $3.50 each. Concerts begin at 10:00 a.m. unless * (10:30 a.m.). Call The Sheldon Education Coordinator at 314.533.9900 for reservations or more information. For a printable mail-in order form (PDF), click here.
The Jazz Story
	Experience the story of America's unique creation, jazz -- from Duke Ellington and Billie Holiday to Dave Brubeck and Herbie Hancock! Featuring Carolbeth True, Mardra Thomas, Eric Foreman, Randy Holmes and Kevin Gianino. Tuesday, April 21, 2009 Tuesday, May 5, 2009* Tuesday, October 20, 2009 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Tuesday, November 3, 2009* Tuesday, January 26, 2010 Tuesday, February 2, 2010* Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Tuesday, March 2, 20010 Tuesday, April 13, 2010* Tuesday, April 20, 2010 Fulfills Missouri Knowledge Standards: CA4, CA5, CA7, SS6 Fulfills Illinois Learning Standards 25A,Bl 26A,B; 27A,B
Folk Music in the Melting Pot
	Explore the folk music of America, from Colonial-era ballads and Southern spirituals, to songs of the cowboys and folk songs of the 20th century. Featuring Charlie Pfeffer, John Higgins, Colleen Heine and Sandy Weltman. Thursday, May 6, 2009 Friday, May 7, 2009* Thursday, October 22, 2009 Friday, October 23, 2009 Thursday, November 19, 2009* Friday, November 20, 2009 Wednesday, January 27, 2010 Thursday, January 28, 2010* Wednesday, February 24, 2010 Thursday, February 25, 2010 Wednesday, April 14, 2010* Thursday, April 15, 2010 Fulfills Missouri Knowledge Standards: CA4, CA5, CA7, SS6 Fulfills Illinois Learning Standards 25A,Bl 26A,B; 27A,B
Lewis and Clark
	Follow the amazing adventures of Lewis and Clark, with a musical journey from St. Louis, up the Missouri River, across the Rocky Mountains all the way to the Pacific Ocean! Featuring John Higgins, Annie Scheumbauer and Ted Vasquez. Thursday, November 12, 2009 Friday, November 13, 2009* Thursday, March 4, 2010 Friday, March 5, 2010 Fulfills Missouri Knowledge Standards: CA4, CA5, CA7, SS6 Fulfills Illinois Learning Standards 25A,Bl 26A,B; 27A,B
The American Musical
	It takes a good story, lyrics, music, dance and design to put a musical together. Enjoy a fast-paced look at the process, with several numbers from Leonard Bernstein's West Side Story as an example. With Rochelle Walker, Zoe Vonder Haar, Ben Nordstrom, John Flack and Larry Pry. Made possible by the Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation. Friday, May 1, 2009 Monday, May 4, 2009 Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Thursday, October 29, 2009 Friday, October 30, 2009 Wednesday, November 4, 2009* Thursday, November 5, 2009 Thursday, February 4, 2010 Friday, February 5, 2010 Tuesday, February 9, 2010 Wednesday, February 10, 2010* Thursday, February 11, 2010 Fulfills Missouri Knowledge Standards: FA1, CA4, CA5, CA7, SS6 Fulfills Illinois Learning Standards 25A,Bl 26A,B; 27A,B
Nothin' But the Blues
	From its African roots and formation in the Mississippi Delta, to its spread up the river to St. Louis, Chicago and Kansas City, the story of the blues is the story of America! Charlie Pfeffer, Tom Hall and Coco Soul will bring to life the music of the blues pioneers and greats who created this distinctive sound. Attend one of the October shows, and submit your students' artwork for a Winter/Spring 2010 exhibit in the Sheldon Art Galleries! Click here for more information. Thursday, October 8, 2009 Friday, October 9, 2009 Wednesday, January 20, 2010 Thursday, January 21, 2010* Friday, January 22, 2010 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 Fulfills Missouri Knowledge Standards: FA1-5, CA5-7, SS6 Fulfills Illinois Learning Standards 25A,Bl 26A,B; 27A,B
Classical Connections
	The Sheldon brings classical music to life for middle and high school students! Whether participating in a music program or not, this glance into the lives of some of St. Louis' top classical musicians is an excellent way to educate and inspire your students! Featuring Jane Price, violin; Ken Kulosa, cello and Vera Parkin, piano. Monday, March 1, 2010 Monday, March 8, 2010 Fulfills Missouri Knowledge Standards: FA1-5, CA5-7, SS6 Fulfills Illinois Learning Standards 25A,Bl 26A,B; 27A,B
Workshops and Master Classes
	Artists appearing on Sheldon series often present workshops and master classes for talented high school and college students. Teachers are encouraged to call The Sheldon for more information.