House," which takes place in the LPCI caf-
eteria. For a small fee, anyone can come
down and enjoy a night of music, coff ee
and snacks. The music--everything from
bands and singers to solo pianists and
instrumental jazz--is performed by LP
students who are willing to get on stage.
tament to the strength of the LPCI music
program. As long as the music program
continues to develop capable musicians,
people will continue to come to Coff ee
House to see them. If you're looking for
a good way to spend a Thursday night,
come down to Coff ee House.
the arts. Our rich history and culture
have inspired some of the world's great-
est art and artists, and our city continues
to encourage young talent, like those in
the many art programs at LPCI. Living
opportunities to grow and thrive, but it
does not give one of the key ingredients
in the development of one's art. That
missing element is experience.
Band Camp
school year. At Camp Wahanawin on
Lake Couchiching, LPCI music students
improve their music skills, make new
friends and participate in many camp ac-
tivities.
Glenview Sr. Public School. This helps the
Glenview students improve their music
skills by working with older students. Mu-
sic camp also allows the junior LPCI stu-
dents to improve musically. They get to
meet and work with senior students who
help with the rehearsals. These senior
students get to improve their leadership
skills while making friends with students
in other grades and acting as positive
role models for younger students.
camp. Students develop these qualities
and skills through rehearsals, recreational
activities and in the cabin environment.
Music camp truly makes learning fun in a
positive and friendly atmosphere, and it
is a strong element of the music program
at Lawrence Park.
Lyrics. These concerts are an opportu-
nity to showcase the skills and talents
of LPCI music students to parents and
family members.
various ensembles, such as junior and
senior band, junior and senior strings,
junior and senior stage band, choirs and
the woodwind ensemble.
is an opportunity for students to both
demonstrate what they have been work-
ing on in music and to prepare for the
Kiwanis Music Festival, a major competi-
tion in which LPCI competes every year.
particularly for students who are gradu-
ating. Students who are fi nishing grade
12 can often be seen with a few tears
in their eyes as they think about their
wonderful years at LPCI and how much
the music program has meant to them
throughout their four years.
school together to celebrate music. Not
only are they great musical events, but
each one also includes a silent auction
to raise money for the school. Both
concerts always receive high praise from
staff , parents, students and teachers.
These events are memorable evenings of
music and inspiration. [m]