Music Memory

Dr. W.P. Sterneman III, Associate Conductor

The Austin Civic Orchestra serves as the performing group for the final event of Music Memory. Collaborating with the Austin ISD Fine Arts department, teams of elementary students convene at the Austin ISD’s Performing Arts Center after they have listened to and learned about the 16 pieces featured in the contest list, both at home and in school. Each team utilizes an iPad to capture their responses. The orchestra performs a 15-second clip from the pieces in a random sequence, and the students are tasked with identifying both the composer and the title of the music. The enthusiasm displayed by the students is infectious, enhancing the enjoyment of the event for everyone involved.