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September 2024
Labor Day
Labor Day - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »Chamber Music Placement Meetings
Placement meetings for K-12 Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles for the 2024-25 school year for new and returning students. Learn more about the Chamber Music Program here. Schedule a placement meeting here.
Find out more »Chamber Music Placement Meetings
Placement meetings for K-12 Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles for the 2024-25 school year for new and returning students. Learn more about the Chamber Music Program here. Schedule a placement meeting here.
Find out more »Placement Auditions: HBMS Orchestra Program
Hoff-Barthelson Music School invites students in grades 6-12 to audition for our prestigious Youth Orchestra Program! Auditions for the Chamber Orchestra and Festival Orchestra will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024, from 7:00 – 10:00 pm. Sign-up here. Audition requirements: Two pieces of your choice that showcase your technical and musical abilities Scales and Rolls Violin and Cello: One 3-octave scale of your choosing Viola, Bass, and Harp: One 2-octave scale of your choosing Winds and Brass: One 1-octave…
Find out more »First Instruments and Private Lessons Open House
RSVP here (RSVP required.) Space is limited- early registration is encouraged! Discover the world of music with us! Families and students of all ages are welcome to attend our Open House event. From 1:00 to 2:15 pm, students in grades PreK-5 can explore our First Instruments program. These classes are designed to prepare children for private lessons in piano, strings, guitar, winds, brass, and percussion. Meet our instructors, participate in sample activities, and get answers to your questions. Following that, from…
Find out more »Junior Flute Club Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Come join our Junior Flute Ensemble for students in grades 1-7 at their first meetings! Bring your flute and play along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about the ensembles. The day and time correspond to the weekly meeting schedule for the ensemble.
Find out more »Flute Club and Adult Flute Choir Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Come join our flute ensembles for their first meetings! Bring your flute and play along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about these ensembles. Each listed day and time corresponds to the weekly meeting schedule for each ensemble. Flute Club Drop-in, Saturday, September 14, 2024, 11:45 am–1:00 pm (for students in grades 8-12) Adult Flute Choir Drop-in, Saturday, September 14, 2024, 1:00–2:00 pm
Find out more »Early Childhood Program Open House
RSVP here. Families with children aged 9 months to 5 years are invited to discover our exceptional program for young children. Join us to learn about our engaging music and movement curriculum and participate in sample activities you and your child can enjoy together. 9:30-10:00 am: Q & A session with HBMS Dean Christopher Kenniff and Associate Dean April Johnson 10:00-10:30 am: Experience a sample class led by Dalcroze Eurhythmics Certified Instructor, Laura Barnet Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the…
Find out more »Viola Ensemble Program Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Bring your viola and play along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about the ensembles. The days and times correspond to the weekly meeting schedule for the ensemble. Viola Club Level 2 (grades 8-12) Intermediate and Advance Saturday, September 21, 2024, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Find out more »Chamber Orchestra Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Bring your instrument and play along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about the Orchestra. The day and time correspond to the weekly meeting schedule for the Orchestra. For students in grades 6-10.
Find out more »Festival Orchestra Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Bring your instrument and play along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about the Orchestra. The day and time correspond to the weekly meeting schedule for the Orchestra. For students in grades 9-12.
Find out more »Choral Program Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Sing along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about our Choral Program. The day and time correspond to the weekly meeting schedules for the ensembles. Beginner Voices (grades 2-4) Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 5:00 – 6:00 pm Junior Voices (grades 5-8) Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 4:15 – 5:15 pm
Find out more »Young People’s Symphonette Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Bring your instrument and play along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about the Orchestra. The day and time correspond to the weekly meeting schedule for the Orchestra. For students in grades 2-6.
Find out more »Jazz Program Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Bring your instrument and play along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about the ensembles. The days and times correspond to the weekly meeting schedule for the ensembles. Advanced Jazz Ensemble (grades 9-12) Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 7:00 – 8:00 pm Advanced Jazz Ensemble (adults) Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 8:00 – 9:00 pm
Find out more »Jazz Program Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Bring your instrument and play along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about the ensembles. The days and times correspond to the weekly meeting schedule for the ensembles. Jazz Ensemble (grades 6-12) Thursday, September 26, 2024, 6:15 – 7:00 pm Advanced Jazz Ensemble (grades 9-12) Thursday, September 26, 2024, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Find out more »Volunteer Kick-Off-Meeting
We’re excited to invite you to our Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting -- It’s time to prepare for another great year of events! Here’s what to expect: Event Schedule Review: Get the scoop on upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. Volunteer Roles: Discover how you can contribute. Networking: Enjoy coffee and treats while catching up with fellow volunteers. Your involvement plays a crucial role in the success of our programs and events, and we look forward to another fantastic year with your support.…
Find out more »Honors Program Reception
Students who have been accepted into the 2024-25 Honors Program, along with their families, are invited to come together for a social gathering. Join us to meet the Honors Program leadership and enjoy light refreshments. We will also dedicate a portion of the event to orienting families about the plans for the upcoming year. Please click here to RSVP.
Find out more »School Spirit Day!
It's School Spirit Day at Hoff-Barthelson Music School! HB-themed merchandise will be available for purchase in the lobby. Show your school pride! View the flyer here.
Find out more »Vocal Performance Workshop Drop-in Day
RSVP here. Sing along with our enrolled students or attend as an auditor to learn more about the Workshop. The day and time correspond to the weekly meeting schedules for the workshop. For grades 6-12.
Find out more »October 2024
Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »Octobellfest – Concert and Discussion
Join us for Octobellfest, a vibrant celebration of all things bells! Enjoy performances by our two Adult Handbell Choirs and delve into a discussion about the history of bells and bell ringing, including their origins, purposes, terminology, and numerology. Participants can also take part in a hands-on clinic, shadowing our handbell choir members to learn the art of bell ringing. Cap off the event with a fun audience bell-ringing finale. Don’t miss this festive tribute to the world of bells!…
Find out more »November 2024
Election Day
Election Day - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »HB Artist Series
The 2024-2025 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series commences. Additional information is coming soon. General admission is $20; HBMS Students are free of charge. Program and performers are subject to change without notice.
Find out more »Veterans Day
Veterans Day - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »The Music of Poetry: Riffs and Celebrations
Join us for a captivating exploration of the timeless bond between poetry and music. This one-of-a-kind event will showcase the rich interplay between lyrical expression and musical improvisation, featuring the HBMS Adult Jazz Ensemble's evocative performances, under the direction of Ed Palermo, alongside the creative voices of the Scarsdale Library Poetry Community. Immerse yourself in an afternoon of soulful jazz and stirring poetry, where each note and verse intertwine to create a symphony of artistic harmony. Whether you're a music…
Find out more »Suzuki Guitar Program Fall Recital
Interested families are invited to attend today’s recital and see Hoff-Barthelson's acclaimed Suzuki Guitar Program in action.
Find out more »Suzuki String Program Fall Recitals
Interested families are invited to attend today’s recitals and see Hoff-Barthelson's acclaimed Suzuki Strings Program in action. 11:00 am - Student Recital 12:30 pm - Student Recital 2:00 pm - Student Recital
Find out more »Suzuki Piano Program Fall Recital
Interested families are invited to attend today’s recital and see Hoff-Barthelson's acclaimed Suzuki Piano Program in action.
Find out more »Thanksgiving Recess
Thanksgiving Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »December 2024
Winter Recess
Winter Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »January 2025
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Martin King Luther, Jr. Day - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »February 2025
HB Artist Series
The 2024-2025 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series commences. Additional information is coming soon. General admission is $20; HBMS Students are free of charge. Program and performers are subject to change without notice. Snow date: Thursday, February 13, 2025.
Find out more »HB Artist Series (Snow date)
Snow date for the Friday, February 7, 2025, HB Artist Series -- if needed.
Find out more »February Recess
February Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »March 2025
HB Artist Series
The 2024-2025 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series commences. Additional information is coming soon. General admission is $20; HBMS Students are free of charge. Program and performers are subject to change without notice.
Find out more »April 2025
HB Artist Series
The 2024-2025 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series commences. Additional information is coming soon. General admission is $20; HBMS Students are free of charge. Program and performers are subject to change without notice.
Find out more »Spring Recess
Spring Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »May 2025
Memorial Day Recess
Memorial Day Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
Find out more »June 2025
Juneteenth
Juneteenth - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.
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