The Colorado Springs Philharmonic recently played a vital role in supporting the next generation of local artists. Specifically, two of our talented musicians spent the day at the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony Association (CSYSA) for the Talented in Pikes Peak (TIPP) Gifted Identification Day. This intensive event allows District 11 students to demonstrate their exceptional artistic abilities through performance and interviews.
To help these young musicians prepare, Alex Viera (bassoon) and Matthew Dieckman (cello) provided expert coaching throughout the day. They guided students as they navigated high-stakes portfolios and improvised tasks. Furthermore, our musicians offered crucial advice for the formal interviews with professional educators. Consequently, the D11 staff expressed immense gratitude for the Philharmonic’s presence and mentorship.
The day was filled with focused preparation, yet the atmosphere remained light and encouraging. Alex Viera perfectly captured this supportive spirit. He humorously described his role as being an “emotional support bassoonist” for the nervous young performers…