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April 2025
Violin Master Class with Almita Vamos
Master Classes are open to the public to observe free of charge. Master class coaching by guest artists has been part of Hoff-Barthelson’s curriculum since the School’s founding in 1944. This distinguished tradition continues this season with a roster of world-class musicians and educators including David Madsen, guitar; composers Nils Vigeland and Matt Browne; Almita Vamos, violin; Paul Watkins cello; Chelsea Knox, flute; Victor Rosenbaum, piano; and members of the New York Philharmonic. Master classes provide a transformative experience for…
Find out more »HB Artist Series
The HB Artist Series features the exceptional talents of Hoff-Barthelson’s distinguished faculty. Held in Scarsdale, these concerts offer riveting music-making in an intimate setting at affordable prices, showcasing Hoff-Barthelson’s commitment to excellence in music education and performance in Westchester County. Purchase tickets here. General admission is $20; HBMS Students are admitted free of charge. Program and performers are subject to change without notice. View flyer here. PROGRAM Sonata for Flute - Francis Poulenc Sonatine - Darius Milhaud Joseph Piscitelli, flute…
Find out more »Spring Recess
Spring Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »AP Classes & Chopin to Ligeti Information Session
Explore HBMS’s musicianship offerings in a series of informative sessions led by Dr. Derek Cooper and HBMS faculty on Zoom. Learn about courses in theory, composition, improvisation, and more. Open to students and families interested in deepening their musical understanding. Join via Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86932179546 Meeting ID: 869 3217 9546 Upcoming Sessions: Musicianship Labs – April 25, 4:00 pm Improvisation for Piano 1 & 2 – April 25, 5:00 pm Elementary Musicianship 1 & 2 – April 26, 5:15 pm Composition,…
Find out more »Pathways to Private Lessons
What’s next in your child’s musical journey? Join Hoff-Barthelson Music School Dean Christopher Kenniff and Associate Dean April Johnson for an informative online discussion via Zoom about starting your child in private lessons at HBMS. Intended for parents with children ages 3-6, discussion topics include: How do you know when your child is developmentally ready to begin private instruction? How do you identify the best teacher? How do you select the right instrument? RSVP here to receive the Zoom link.…
Find out more »Musicianship Labs Information Session
Explore HBMS’s musicianship offerings in a series of informative sessions led by Dr. Derek Cooper and HBMS faculty on Zoom. Learn about courses in theory, composition, improvisation, and more. Open to students and families interested in deepening their musical understanding. Join via Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81676971778 Meeting ID: 816 7697 1778 Upcoming Sessions: Improvisation for Piano 1 & 2 – April 25, 5:00 pm Elementary Musicianship 1 & 2 – April 26, 5:15 pm Composition, Film Scoring, Music Technology – April 30,…
Find out more »Improvisation for Piano 1 & 2 Information Session
Explore HBMS’s musicianship offerings in a series of informative sessions led by Dr. Derek Cooper and HBMS faculty on Zoom. Learn about courses in theory, composition, improvisation, and more. Open to students and families interested in deepening their musical understanding. Join via Zoom With Jamie Reynolds and Derek Cooper https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88646115024 Meeting ID: 886 4611 5024 Upcoming Sessions: Elementary Musicianship 1 & 2 – April 26, 5:15 pm Composition, Film Scoring, Music Technology – April 30, 7:45 pm Adult Theory –…
Find out more »Renewal – Music and Poetry Speak
Renewal brings hope, sustenance, and adventure--from biting into a ripe pear, beginning a new relationship, or welcoming a new season. Let us celebrate renewal in music and poetry. The Scarsdale Public Library and Hoff Barthelson Music School, invite you to enjoy an afternoon of poetry and jazz. The event will showcase members of the Scarsdale Public Library's poetry community and the Hoff-Barthelson Music School Adult Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Ed Palermo.
Find out more »Elementary Musicianship 1 & 2 Information Session
Explore HBMS’s musicianship offerings in a series of informative sessions led by Dr. Derek Cooper and HBMS faculty on Zoom. Learn about courses in theory, composition, improvisation, and more. Open to students and families interested in deepening their musical understanding. Join via Zoom With Yuki Hiruma Charlesworth and Derek Cooper https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88192147850 Meeting ID: 881 9214 7850 Upcoming Sessions: Composition, Film Scoring, Music Technology – April 30, 7:45 pm Adult Theory – May 2, 5:00 pm Through the Ages – May…
Find out more »Composition, Film Scoring, Music Technology Information Session
Explore HBMS’s musicianship offerings in a series of informative sessions led by Dr. Derek Cooper and HBMS faculty on Zoom. Learn about courses in theory, composition, improvisation, and more. Open to students and families interested in deepening their musical understanding. Join via Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83456988754 Meeting ID: 834 5698 8754 Upcoming Sessions: Adult Theory – May 2, 5:00 pm Through the Ages – May 3, 5:15 pm
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