La Mirada~On December 10 the students from the GATE program at Los Coyotes Middle School in La Mirada were presented a performance of a wind instrument ensemble as a special music enrichment treat for this Holiday Season.  The students were introduced to the Flute, Oboe, French horn, Bassoon and Clarinet demonstrated and played by members of the La Mirada Symphony Orchestra in a program of various styles and musical genres.    

The instrumental ensemble visits are a part of the Enrichment Programs for Youth that the Orchestra makes available upon request to bring fine music to the students to enhance the school's music curriculum.   

Other programs include: two free daytime concerts open to private and public schools in the area; opportunity for Honor Band students to play on stage with the orchestra at the student concerts and at the Matinee POPS concert for the community; and, participation in a competition for instrumental students to be awarded the opportunity to perform at the student concerts.  

Further information about the La Mirada Symphony and its Enrichment Programs for Youth may be found at www.lamiradasymphony.com or by calling 562-941-5779 or 562-921-9300.