Chamber Music Masterworks with Musicians of the NY Philharmonic
2026-04-12 15:15 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Join us for 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.
General admission is $40; HBMS students may attend free of charge.
Purchase tickets here.
Program:
Piano Trio No. 2 in E minor, Op. 67 (1944) Dmitri Shostakovich
Andante – Moderato
Allegro con brio
Largo
Allegretto – Adagio
Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas (The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires) Astor Piazzolla
Primavera Porteña (Buenos Aires Spring)
Invierno Porteño (Buenos Aires Winter)
Lisa Kim, violin
Matthew Christakos, cello
Hanna Kim, piano
Performers and program subject to change.

Student Composer's Recital
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Student Recital featuring music composed by participants of the Compose Yourself! Project and HBMS Composition classes under the direction of Derek Cooper.
Part of The Music of Our Time Festival.
View Festival flyer here.

Composer Collaborations Student Recital
2026-04-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Students perform works by living composers whom they have worked directly with during the preparation of their pieces. Through coaching sessions with the composers themselves, the performers gain unique insight into the music and bring these contemporary works vividly to life.
Part of the Music of Our Time Festival.
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HB Artist Series
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
The HB Artist Series showcases the artistry of Hoff-Barthelson’s distinguished faculty. Presented in Scarsdale, these concerts offer audiences an intimate encounter with exceptional performances, underscoring the School’s enduring commitment to musical excellence and cultural enrichment in Westchester County.
Program
California Suite for Flute and Piano (2021) – Kian Ravaei
I. Least Bell’s Vireo
IV. California Black Rail
Donna Elaine, flute
Katsura Tanikawa, piano
A.D.H.D. – Derek Cooper
Daniel Spitzer, clarinet
Peter Seidenberg, cello
Andrew Marino, guitar
A Selection of Original Jazz Works – Rolf Sturm
Winter Solstice
Rain’s End
Green Arches
Rolf Sturm, nylon string guitar, electric guitar
Dean Johnson, acoustic bass *
Fuzzy Bird Sonata – Takashi Yoshimatsu
I. Run, bird
II. Sing, bird
III. Fly, bird
Daniel Spitzer, clarinet
Tomoko Uchino, piano
Prelude – Gary Philo
Burlesque – Robert Pollock
Joan Forysyth, piano
William Anderson, guitar, banjo *
Saans (Breath) 2017 – Reena Esmail
April Johnson, violin
Peter Seidenberg, cello
Tomoko Uchino, piano
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Program and artists are subject to change.
*= guest artist
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The Soviets: 1922-1988 Student Recital
2026-04-18 14:30 - 15:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
This recital explores music written in the Soviet Union between 1922 and 1988, a period marked by extraordinary artistic achievement amid profound political constraint. Featuring works by leading Soviet composers, the program highlights the depth, drama, and expressive power that emerged from this complex chapter of musical history.
Part of the Music of Our Time Festival.
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1976-Present Student Recital
2026-04-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
This recital celebrates music written from 1976 to the present, highlighting the diverse voices and styles that have shaped contemporary classical and crossover repertoire. Featuring works by composers such as John Williams, Philip Glass, Astor Piazzolla, Vincent Persichetti, Ian Clarke, and Yiruma, the program reflects the rich variety of musical expression from the late twentieth century to today.
Part of the Music of Our Time Festival.
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Women at the Millennium: 1976 - Present Student Recital
2026-04-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
This recital celebrates the creativity and expressive range of women composers whose works have shaped the musical landscape from the late twentieth century to today. Featuring music by composers including Lori Laitman, Ellen Taaffe Zwilich, Hilary Tann, Christine Donkin, Andrea Casarrubios, and others, the program highlights distinctive voices writing at the turn of the millennium and beyond.
Part of the Music of Our Time Festival.
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Micro Commissions Project Student Recital
2026-04-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Now in its second year, the Micro-Commissions Project is an innovative collaboration between Hoff-Barthelson Music School and the Manhattan School of Music. Co-directed by Peter Seidenberg and Reiko Füting, Chair of Composition at MSM, the initiative pairs ten HBMS students with undergraduate composers from MSM to create brand-new works tailored to each student’s instrument and level.
Part of the Music of Our Time Festival.
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Jazz and Poetry: Spring 2026
2026-04-19 14:30 - 16:00 | Scarsdale Public Library, 54 Olmsted Road, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, United States
The Scarsdale Public Library and Hoff-Barthelson Music School invite you to a Sunday afternoon of poetry and jazz exploring the theme of “milk and tears”—the sweet and the difficult, joy and sorrow held side by side. As spring brings renewal, creativity, and brighter days, this program reflects the ways poetry and jazz offer flexibility, empathy, and comfort in times of uncertainty.
Enjoy an engaging program of readings and music that is at once playful and uplifting, while also honest and thought-provoking. Together, these works remind us that joy and struggle often arise from the same source—and that both are essential to what sustains us.
The event features local Scarsdale poets alongside the Hoff-Barthelson Music School Adult Jazz Ensemble, directed by Ed Palermo.

Flute and Viola Clubs Music of Our TIme Concert
2026-04-19 15:00 - 16:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
The Junior Flutes, Flute Club, and Adult Flute Choir, along with the Viola Club, perform works composed between 1976 and the present.
Part of the Music of Our Time Festival.
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World Premiere: We long to wait
2026-04-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
The Music of Our Time Festival concludes with the premiere of a newly commissioned work by composer Flannery Cunningham, recipient of support through the Wilma Machover Fund. Her piece, We long to wake, for mezzo-soprano and chamber ensemble, draws on poetry by Carl Sandburg and the traditions of Sacred Harp singing to explore themes of mortality, human experience, and the urgency of living with awareness and intention.
“In We long to wake, I was drawn to the idea of contrasting human worlds and the ways music can bring them into conversation,” said Flannery Cunningham. “The piece ultimately asks us to reflect on how we live—to remain awake to what matters most and to the shared human experiences that connect us.”
In addition to the commissioned work, the concert will include contemporary works performed by HBMS faculty and students. The winner of the 2026 Wilma Machover Prize will also be announced.
The concert is free of charge and open to the public.
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Spring Benefit
2026-04-25 17:30 - 21:00 | Manhattanville University, 2900 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY, 10577, United States
Honoring Warren Haber, Trustee; April Johnson, Associate Dean & Faculty Member; and Peter Seidenberg, Faculty Member
Featuring internationally acclaimed pianist Mackenzie Melemed
With special appearances by HBMS alumna Rachel Haber and HBMS Chamber Ensembles
Reid Castle at Manhattanville University
2900 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY

5:30 pm • VIP Reception
7:00 pm • Concert and Celebration of Honorees
8:00 pm • Dessert Reception
Funds raised will ensure that Hoff-Barthelson can continue to provide comprehensive music education of the highest caliber, offer generous financial aid, and deliver dynamic programs for our community.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.

Youth Orchestra Auditions for 2026-27
2026-04-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Hoff-Barthelson Music School invites students in grades 6–12 to audition for our prestigious Youth Orchestras!
The Chamber Orchestra is an intermediate ensemble designed for players in grades 6-10. This ensemble focuses on developing technical skills and musicality in a supportive environment, providing an excellent foundation for young musicians.
The Festival Orchestra represents the pinnacle of achievement in our orchestral program, showcasing the highest level of technical ability and musical artistry among high school students. Participation in this ensemble is a testament to a student’s dedication and skill.
Learn more here.
Request an audition time here.
For additional information or questions, email orchestra@hbms.org

C³: Concert · Clinic · Conversation
2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Join us for an afternoon of discovery and inspiration as Hoff-Barthelson Music School partners with Caramoor to present C³: Concert · Clinic · Conversation, featuring the Poiesis Quartet, Caramoor’s 2025 Ernst Stiefel String Quartet-in-Residence.
The program begins with a short concert, followed by a guided conversation with the Quartet, who will share insights into their artistry and repertoire. The event culminates in a hands-on clinic, with Poiesis Quartet members coaching and performing alongside students enrolled in Hoff-Barthelson’s Chamber Music Program.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience chamber music at the highest level while supporting the next generation of musicians.
Free of charge and open to the public.
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Keyboard Masters: A Celebration of Solo Piano Music
2026-05-01 18:30 - 19:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Part of Soundscapes: Faculty-Curated Performances at HBMS, this program showcases a rich spectrum of solo piano repertoire, highlighting works by master composers across periods and styles. Performed by HBMS piano students of all ages, the recital celebrates both technical artistry and expressive individuality at the keyboard.
Coordinator: Dr. Joan Forsyth

Violin Master Class with Jennifer Frautschi
2026-05-02 14:00 - 16:15 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Jennifer Frautschi, violin
Two-time Grammy nominee and Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient Jennifer Frautschi has appeared as soloist with many of the nation’s leading orchestras, including the Chicago Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Minnesota Orchestra, and St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. A passionate chamber musician, she is an artist-member of the Boston Chamber Music Society and has performed at Chamber Music Northwest, Music@Menlo, the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and numerous festivals including Ojai, Santa Fe, Seattle, Spoleto, and La Jolla SummerFest.
Her wide-ranging discography includes Grammy-nominated recordings of Schoenberg’s Concerto for String Quartet and Orchestra and String Quartet No. 3 with the Fred Sherry Quartet, Stravinsky’s Violin Concerto with Robert Craft and the Philharmonia Orchestra of London, and, with pianist John Blacklow, Schumann’s three violin sonatas and American Duos, featuring works by contemporary American composers.
A Pasadena native, Frautschi studied at the Colburn School, Harvard, the New England Conservatory, and the Juilliard School. She performs on the 1722 “ex-Cádiz” Antonio Stradivarius and teaches in the graduate program at Stony Brook University.
Master Classes at Hoff-Barthelson are open to the public to observe free of charge.
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Liederabend: An Afternoon of German Song
2026-05-02 16:30 - 18:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Liederabend (An Afternoon of German Song)
Part of Soundscapes: Faculty-Curated Performances at HBMS, this recital features German art song performed by voice students and ensembles. The program reflects the expressive depth and collaborative artistry at the heart of the series.
Coordinator: Dr. Andrea Saposnik

Suzuki String Program Spring Recitals
2026-05-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Interested families are invited to attend today’s student recitals and see Hoff-Barthelson’s acclaimed Suzuki Program in action.

11:00 am – Suzuki Strings Program Student Recital
12:30 pm – Suzuki Strings Program Student Recital
2:00 pm – Suzuki Strings Program Student Recital

Suzuki Guitar Program Spring Recital
2026-05-03 15:30 - 16:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Interested families are invited to attend today’s recital and see Hoff-Barthelson’s acclaimed Suzuki Guitar Program in action.

Suzuki Piano Program Spring Recital
2026-05-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Interested families are invited to attend today’s recital and see Hoff-Barthelson’s acclaimed Suzuki Piano Program in action.

Blue Notes, Bar Lines & Poetry
2026-05-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Jazz and Jazz-Influenced Music with Scarsdale Area Poets
An engaging evening of jazz and spoken word featuring performances by HBMS Jazz ensembles and guest poets from the Scarsdale community. The program includes selections by the Jazz Band and Advanced Jazz Band, as well as Baroque and Blue from Claude Bolling’s Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano, performed by Luca Tichio, flute (pianist TBA), and Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue (two-piano version) performed by Arianna Thomas and Lucius Liu.
The concert concludes with a collaborative Jazz and Poetry set featuring members of the Adult Jazz Band alongside readings by Gretna Wilkinson, Marlena Baraf, and Harriet Shenkman, paired with jazz standards including Cole Porter’s It’s Alright With Me, Lover Girl, Chopin Prelude/How Insensitive, and It Had to Be You.

Vocal Ensembles and Soloists Concert
2026-05-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Join us for our year-end concert featuring performances by the Petite Chorus, Beginner and Junior Voices, and The Joy of Singing.
The evening will also showcase distinguished vocal soloists from our Honors Program and private voice studios.

All Strings Attached: Music for String Instruments
2026-05-14 19:30 - 20:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Part of Soundscapes: Faculty-Curated Performances at HBMS, this program highlights the expressive range and versatility of the string family through a diverse selection of repertoire for students of all ages. The recital highlights the richness and expressive range of the string sound world.
Coordinator: April Johnson

ChamberFest
2026-05-15 18:30 - 21:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
ChamberFest showcases the talent and dedication of students in Hoff-Barthelson’s Chamber Music Program, bringing young musicians together in performances that highlight the creativity, communication, and shared artistry at the heart of chamber music.
Laura Giannini, Chamber Music Program Director, directs the HBMS Chamber Music Program.
Recitals begin at 6:30 and 8:00 pm.
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Poetry and Music Recital
2026-05-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Poetry and Music Recital
Part of Soundscapes: Faculty-Curated Performances at HBMS, this interdisciplinary program features music inspired by poetry, performed by instrumentalists and singers of all ages, both soloists and ensembles.
Coordinator: Gabriella Sanna

Bel Canto, Broadway, and Beyond!
2026-05-21 19:30 - 20:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Bel Canto, Broadway, and Beyond!
Part of Soundscapes: Faculty-Curated Performances at HBMS, this vibrant program showcases vocal repertoire ranging from classical bel canto to Broadway favorites, performed by voice students and ensembles.
Coordinator: Dr. Andrea Saposnik

Memorial Day Recess
2026-05-22 - 2026-05-25
Memorial Day Recess – The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

Music in the Parks at Six Flags
2026-05-22 06:00 - 21:00
Members of the Young People’s Symphonette and Chamber Orchestra travel to Jackson Township in New Jersey to participate in the 2026 Music in the Parks Festival, where they will receive a year-end assessment by an outside panel focused on reinforcing skills that students have developed through their participation in the orchestras. The performance will be followed by an afternoon of fun at Six Flags Great Adventure.

Honors Program Recital
2026-05-30 14:30 - 15:30 | Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale, 10583, United States
Recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program.
Scheduled to perform:

Tryphena Duan
Phoebe Lai
Zoe Verduin
Edward Yang
Elizabeth Zhou

The Honors Program at Hoff-Barthelson Music School is designed for students who are ready to pursue music with focus, discipline, and a high standard of achievement. Rooted in the School’s commitment to excellence, the program provides a structured yet flexible framework that supports sustained artistic growth over time.
Learn more about the Honors Program here.

Love, Passion, and Virtuosity
2026-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Iona University: Murphy Auditorium, 715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, 10804, United States
Love, Passion, and Virtuosity — From Tchaikovsky to Merengue: Celebrating Our Seniors
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, with a special appearance by students in the Port Chester Saturday Orchestra Program
Hoff-Barthelson’s Final Orchestra Concert celebrates the brilliance of young soloists, beloved Romantic masterworks, and vibrant contemporary rhythms.
The program features two winners of the Hoff-Barthelson Music School Concerto Competition: violinist Elliott Levine, performing the thrilling finale of Max Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, Op. 26, and cellist Maddie Margulis, performing the powerful and deeply expressive finale of Antonín Dvořák’s Cello Concerto in B minor, Op. 104.
General Admission: $15; HBMS Students: Free of charge
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View flyer here.
