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November 2024
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 »December 2024
Holiday Music Festival
Join us for a festive day of music, merriment, and community spirit at Hoff-Barthelson’s Holiday Music Festival! This beloved annual event showcases the incredible talents of our student ensembles. Festival Highlights: Live Performances: Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of our talented students performing a variety of musical genres. HB Holiday Boutique: Discover unique gifts at our HB Holiday Boutique, featuring artisanal floral designs by Muriel Fleurs, exquisite wearable art and home décor by Janet Sikirica Fiber Arts, hand-thrown functional…
Find out more »Youth Orchestras Winter Concert
UNITED IN PURPOSE Hoff-Barthelson's Orchestra Program Winter Concert Dr. Leandro Gazineo Director of Orchestral Programs Featuring the Young People's Symphonette and Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Robert Schwartz and the Festival Orchestra under the direction of Leandro Gazineo. Performing works by George Frideric Handel, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joseph Haydn, Edvard Grieg, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giacomo Puccini, Johann Strauss, Jean Sibelius, Leroy Anderson, and Camargo Guarnieri. SPECIAL PERFORMANCE For the first time in HBMS history, all three orchestras will unite…
Find out more »Placement Auditions: HBMS Orchestra Program
Hoff-Barthelson Music School invites you to audition for our prestigious Youth Orchestra Program! Auditions for the Chamber Orchestra and Festival Orchestra will be held from 7:15 - 10:00 pm. Reserve an audition time 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 scale of your choosing Timpani:…
Find out more »January 2025
College Advisory
High school students are invited to embark on their college exploration journey at our College Advisory event, led by HBMS Dean Christopher Kenniff. Gain valuable insights from guest speaker Barbra Weidlein, an authority on university, conservatory, and liberal arts music programs. The event also includes panels featuring college admissions officers and HB alumni who will discuss their experiences with preparing for college, the application and audition process, and studying music at the university level. We encourage active participation and interaction…
Find out more »Alumni Recital and Reunion
This special event provides a chance for alumni to reconnect, make music, and reflect on the shared experiences that were a part of their time at HBMS. It is sure to be an afternoon full of joy and nostalgia! We welcome you to showcase pieces up to 8 minutes long. Whether you're stepping back into the spotlight or simply savoring the experience, let’s celebrate our shared musical journey and create new memories together! Let us know by Wednesday, December 18,…
Find out more »February 2025
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. Snow date: Thursday, February 13, 2025. PROGRAM For the Birds Sonata - Bohuslav Martinů Allegro poco moderato…
Find out more »March 2025
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. PROGRAM New Work - Paul Kerekes Peter Seidenberg, cello Paul Kerekes, piano La Valse - Maurice Ravel…
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