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August 2023
Chamber Music Program Open House
Online – RSVP here to receive the Zoom link Join Dean Christopher Kenniff and Associate Dean April Johnson for an introduction to Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles Program. You’ll also learn about private lessons, musicianship, and performance opportunities that support students looking to grow in their knowledge, ability, and appreciation of chamber music. Learn more about the Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles Program here.
Find out more »Youth Orchestras Open House
Join music directors Jun Nakabayashi (Festival Orchestra), Robert Schwartz (Young People’s Symphonette, Chamber Orchestra), and Executive Director Ken Cole for a lively online introduction to the School’s three-tiered Youth Orchestra Programs for students in grades 2-12. The discussion will include information about repertoire, educational goals, performance schedules, how to prepare for auditions (only the Festival Orchestra requires auditions), Festival Orchestra Merit Scholarships and more! HBMS orchestras are open to all students, whether studying privately at HBMS or elsewhere. RSVP here…
Find out more »September 2023
Early Childhood Music Program Open House
RSVP here 9:30-10:00 am, Q & A with HBMS Dean Christopher Kenniff and Associate Dean April Johnson 10:00-10:30 am, sample class with Dalcroze Eurhythmics Certified Instructor, Laura Barnet Families eager to enroll their very youngest members, ages 9 months to 5 years, in a high-quality music education program are invited to attend an Open House on Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Learn about the School’s music and movement program and get a taste of program activities…
Find out more »Suzuki Program Open House
Hybrid: Online and In person RSVP here Learn about Hoff-Barthelson’s renowned Suzuki Program from our Dean and members of our Suzuki Faculty at our Fall Open House! Our Suzuki Program is offered to students in violin, viola, cello, flute, guitar, and piano. Student performers will be featured during this event. Learn more about the Suzuki Program here.
Find out more »First Instruments Open House
RSVP here First Instrument and Musicianship Classes, 1-1:30 pm and 1:40-2:10 pm Meet the Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion Instruments, 2:15 – 3:00 pm Students in grades Pre-K through 5 and their families are invited to join us for the First Instruments Open House. Meet instructors, sample class activities, and ask questions about our popular First Instrument classes. These classes are specially designed to prepare children for private lessons in piano, flute, cello, violin, guitar, and singing. We’ll also be sharing…
Find out more »November 2023
Youth Orchestra Program Open House
Join music directors Jun Nakabayashi (Festival Orchestra), Robert Schwartz (Young People’s Symphonette, Chamber Orchestra), and Executive Director Ken Cole for a lively online introduction to the School’s three-tiered Youth Orchestra Programs for students in grades 2-12. The discussion will include information about repertoire, educational goals, performance schedules, how to prepare for auditions (only the Festival Orchestra requires auditions), Festival Orchestra Merit Scholarships and more! HBMS orchestras are open to all students, whether studying privately at HBMS or elsewhere. RSVP here…
Find out more »January 2024
First Instruments and Private Lessons Open House
PLEASE NOTE: This event is nearing capacity. As of Tuesday, January 16, 2024, all RSVPs are tentative pending confirmation from HBMS. We will do all we can to place students in their requested classes and mini-lessons. First Instruments and Private Lessons Open House for all ages! Students in grades PreK-5 and their families are invited to join us for a First Instruments Open House from 1:00-2:15 pm where they will meet instructors, sample class activities, and ask questions about our popular…
Find out more »May 2024
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 »Advanced Placement Music Theory Information Session
Associate Dean Derek Cooper hosts an information session via Zoom to explain everything you need to know about our AP (Advanced Placement) Music Theory classes, including how to prepare for them, and what comes after. Families of students in grades 6-10 are highly encouraged to attend, but everyone is welcome. To receive a Zoom link, RSVP here.
Find out more »June 2024
Suzuki Porch Party
Current and prospective Suzuki violin students and their parents are invited to join us for a Suzuki Porch Party! Come learn more about our exciting plans for our 2024-25 Suzuki program, meet Suzuki faculty, and other Suzuki families! RSVP here. View flyer here.
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