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.
St. Louis Classical All-Stars
	Presented by The Sheldon and Community Music School of Webster University. Six top student musicians will perform short works designed to introduce classical music to their peers in an attractive format, to inspire study of a musical instrument or voice and participation in school music programs, and to plant seeds for future listening to and exploration of the classical music genre. Thursday, March 10, 2011
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, October 5, 2010 Tuesday, October 12, 2010 Tuesday, October 26, 2010* Tuesday, November 9, 2010 Tuesday, February 1, 2011 Tuesday, February 8, 2011 Tuesday, February 22, 2011 Friday, February 25, 2011* Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Tuesday, March 8, 2011 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, Ellen Gomez and Sandy Weltman. Monday, October 25, 2010 Wednesday, October 27, 2010 Thursday, October 28, 2010 Monday, November 1, 2010 Thursday, January 27, 2011 Friday, January 28, 2011* Thursday, April 7, 2011 Friday, April 8, 2011* Thursday, April 14, 2011 Friday, April 15, 2011 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. Wednesday, November 3, 2010 Thursday, November 4, 2010* Wednesday, March 2, 2011 Thursday, March 3, 2011 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. Wednesday, November 10, 2010 Thursday, November 11, 2010 Friday, November 12, 2010* Thursday, November 18, 2010 Friday, November 19, 2010 Wednesday, February 9, 2011 Thursday, February 10, 2011 Friday, February 11, 2011* Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Thursday, February 17, 2011 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. Thursday, October 21, 2010 Friday, October 22, 2010 Monday, January 31, 2011* Wednesday, February 2, 2011 Thursday, February 3, 2011 Thursday, February 24, 2011 Friday, February 25, 2011 Monday, February 28, 2011* 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 7, 2011 Monday, March 14, 2011 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.