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March 2025
Cello Master Class with Paul Watkins
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 »Composition Master Class: Compose Yourself! Project
The HB Compose Yourself! Project is Hoff-Barthelson’s annual composition Master Class for young composers, directed by HBMS faculty member Derek Cooper and produced in collaboration with Copland House. The HB Compose Yourself! Project provides a rare opportunity for students to receive feedback from renowned, award-winning composers on works that they have written. This year’s guest composers are Nils Vigeland and Matt Browne. View flyer. Master Classes are open to the public to observe free of charge. Nils Vigeland, born in…
Find out more »Baroque and Beyond Festival Large Ensembles Concert
Large ensembles concert celebrating celebrating music composed from 1600-1750; featuring music of great Germanic composers Bach, Telemann, and Handel, as well as masters from other lands. Scheduled to perform: Handbells — Donna Elaine, Director Beginner Voices — Yuki Charlesworth, Director Junior Voices — Kathryn Jones, Director Adult Flute Choir — Joseph Piscitelli, Director Flute Club — Donna Elaine, Director The Baroque and Beyond Festival is made possible, in part, with a grant from the Westchester Community Foundation, a division of The…
Find out more »Baroque and Beyond Festival Large Ensembles Concert
Large ensembles concert celebrating celebrating music composed from 1600-1750; featuring music of great Germanic composers Bach, Telemann, and Handel, as well as masters from other lands. Scheduled to perform: Young People's Symphonette — Robert Schwartz, Director Chamber Orchestra — Robert Schwartz, Director Festival Orchesta — Leandro Gazineo, Director The Baroque and Beyond Festival is made possible, in part, with a grant from the Westchester Community Foundation, a division of The New York Community Foundation. Performers and program subject to change. Suggested…
Find out more »Family Concert
Each year Hoff-Barthelson provides a delightful opportunity for family members – students, siblings, parents, grandparents, cousins – to perform together at our Family Concert. This event stands out as one of our most beloved community gatherings at the School, offering an evening filled with joyful music-making in a relaxed atmosphere. Please talk to your teacher or your child's teacher about reserving a space on the Family Concert program. If you have any questions, please contact Terry Wager.
Find out more »Chamber Music Masterworks with Musicians of the NY Philharmonic
Join us for a pre-concert reception to meet the artists, followed by a thrilling afternoon of chamber music performed by musicians from the New York Philharmonic as part of the School's Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency. Earlier in the day, HBMS student ensembles participated in the Residency, receiving coaching from these world-class musicians. Each half of the program will be preceded by a performance by a student ensemble selected from the Residency participants. The concert will start at 3:15 pm.…
Find out more »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 »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 »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.
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