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The 2026 Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency offers HBMS student ensembles the chance to perform for and receive coaching from musicians of the New York Philharmonic. These esteemed artists bring their deep expertise in ensemble playing, helping young musicians refine their technique, enhance their musicianship, and develop a deeper understanding of musical style. This year's...
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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... Read more about Chamber Music Masterworks with Musicians of the NY Philharmonic
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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. |
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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. View Festival flyer here.
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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... |
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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...
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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...
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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... Read more about Women at the Millennium: 1976 – Present Student Recital |
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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...
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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,...
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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. View Festival flyer here.
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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... |
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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... |
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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... |
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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... |
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Invitation to the Dance: Dances by Chopin and Baroque Masters Part of Soundscapes: Faculty-Curated Performances at HBMS, this program features dance-inspired works by Chopin and Baroque composers, performed by piano students of all ages. The series celebrates the artistry and individuality of HBMS students through thoughtfully themed programs curated by the School’s faculty. Coordinator: Dr....
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Music of the Americas Part of Soundscapes: Faculty-Curated Performances at HBMS, this program explores music from across North and South America, performed by piano students of all ages. The series highlights diverse musical traditions through faculty-curated programs that celebrate student artistry. Coordinator: Dr. Joan Forsyth |
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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...
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Liederabend (An Evening 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 |




