Winter Recital 2025

presented by

River Oaks Music School

Thank you for your interest in the recital!
Below, you’ll find all the key information you need to prepare for this exciting event.

Table of Contents

  1. Why Recitals Matter

  2. When & Where

  3. Important Dates

  4. Registration

  5. Tickets

  6. Performer List

  7. Picture Day

  8. Dress Code

  9. Recital Etiquette

  10. Recital Day Procedure

  11. Questions?

Why Recitals Matter

Recitals are one of the most valuable parts of music education—they bring together everything students have been working toward and offer meaningful benefits for everyone involved.

We encourage all students to participate in every recital opportunity. Here’s why:

Benefits for Students:

  • Develops valuable long-term preparation skills

  • Builds confidence and experience with public performance

  • Provides a strong sense of pride and accomplishment after a successful performance

Benefits for Parents & Families:

  • Creates lasting memories to celebrate your child’s growth

  • Offers a front-row seat to see how far your child has come

Recitals truly transform lessons into milestones - both musical and personal.

When & Where

Saturday, December 13th, 2025

Rice Temple Baptist Church

6409 Greenbriar Drive
Houston, Texas 77030

 

Important Dates

Registration Windows:

  • October 6-31 - Early Bird Registration ($40 registration fee per student)

  • November 1-21 - Regular Registration ($45 registration fee per student)

Picture Day:

  • Saturday, November 8 at Rockin’ Robin Music Lessons

  • Saturday, November 15 at River Oaks Music School

Registration

Registration is required for participation in the recital.

Click the button below to register.

Register Now

Tickets

Tickets are required for all attendees age 5 and older, excluding performers.

Tickets will be available for pickup at the Will Call counter on the day of the event. Please note that tickets cannot be picked up in advance.

Each recital registration includes two complimentary tickets. Additional tickets may be requested by completing the form below or purchased at the Will Call counter on the day of the recital.

Click the button below to order your tickets.

Order Tickets

Performer List

The performer list is available once registration closes.

Click the button below to view the performer list.

Picture Day

Once a year, we host Picture Day!

This special event is a wonderful way to celebrate and capture your child’s musical achievements. Think “school picture day,” but with a musical twist.

Click the button below to learn more.

Picture Day Information

Dress Code

The recital is a special occasion, and we ask that everyone, including audience members, dress in formal attire. Think “clean and classy” - not just “cute.”

Examples of appropriate attire:

  • Suit or suit separates

  • Button-down collared shirt

  • Tie

  • Slacks or chinos

  • Dress (preferably linen or similar material)

  • Girls are not required to wear a dress; if wearing pants, they should be slacks or chinos

Examples of attire not appropriate for the recital:

  • Jeans (of any color)

  • Leggings worn as pants (leggings under a dress or skirt are fine)

  • Shorts

  • T-shirts

  • Mini skirts

  • Tennis shoes or sneakers (even designer or high-end styles)

If you’d like more ideas, try a quick online search for “formal clothes for boys” or “formal clothes for girls” for inspiration.

Etiquette

Recitals are meaningful milestones in each student’s musical journey. To help preserve the integrity of this special event, we kindly ask all attendees to follow these guidelines:

  • Dress appropriately for the occasion.

  • Stay for the entire program - every student deserves a full and supportive audience.

  • Remain quiet during each performance.

  • Silence all cell phones upon entering the hall.

  • No flash photography, please.

  • Applaud warmly before and after each performer.

  • If you have a baby or young child, please sit near the exit so you can step out if needed.

  • Be fully present. Please avoid using social media, checking email, or texting during the performance - this moment is worth your undivided attention.

Recital Day Procedure

Please read the following information carefully - this is how the recital will run.

Step 1 – Prepare

Before leaving home, double-check that you have everything you need - especially your music, just in case you’d like to bring it with you!

——————

Step 2 – Arrive

Please arrive 15 minutes before your recital time.

  • Check in and pick up your tickets at the Will Call counter.
    All audience members age 5 and older are required to have a ticket to enter. Additional tickets may be purchased at Will Call for $5 each.

  • Students will then be called inside for backstage preparations.
    Family members are kindly asked to remain outside until the doors open for seating.

——————

Step 3 – Doors Open

An usher will let you know when the doors are open for the audience.
Once inside, please find a seat and get ready to enjoy the show!

——————

Step 4 – Showtime!

When everyone is seated, the recital will begin.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy each student’s performance!

——————

Step 5 – Certificate Ceremony & Refreshments

After all performances, students will receive their certificates during a brief ceremony.
When the ceremony concludes, everyone is welcome to enjoy light refreshments together.

——————

Step 6 – Done!

That’s it! Thank you for being part of this special day.
We hope you continue the celebration - perhaps with a family lunch or treat afterward!

Questions?

If you have any questions, please fill out this form and we will be in touch!