We warmly invite prospective families to our Open Houses and Drop-in Days at HBMS! These events are a wonderful chance for prospective students to experience our vibrant musical community.

On Drop-in Days, students can explore our diverse ensembles, including orchestras, jazz groups, choruses, and instrumental clubs. Feel free to bring your instrument and play alongside current members, or attend as an auditor to get a feel for each group. In addition, you can drop into our classes in Musicianship, Composition, Music History, and Music Technology.

Click here for detailed information about each offering.

Each listed day and time corresponds to the regular weekly schedule for our ensembles and classes, which continue through June 2025.

Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into our dynamic musical environment! Enrollment remains open, with tuition prorated from the time of enrollment.

We look forward to seeing you at HBMS!

Open Houses

First Instruments Classes and Private Lessons

Young girl playing the guitar with her instructor

Saturday, September 7, 2024, 1:00 – 4:00 pm

RSVP here (RSVP required.)

Space is limited- early registration is encouraged!

Discover the world of music with us! Families and students of all ages are welcome to attend our Open House event.

From 1:00 to 2:15 pm, students in grades PreK-5 can explore our First Instruments program. These classes are designed to prepare children for private lessons in piano, strings, guitar, winds, brass, and percussion. Meet our instructors, participate in sample activities, and get answers to your questions.

Following that, from 2:15 to 3:45 pm, students in grades PreK-12 and adults interested in private lessons can sign up for 15-minute mini-lessons. This is a great opportunity to meet our Hoff-Barthelson faculty members and experience firsthand what private instruction is all about.

Don’t miss out on this exciting chance to begin or enhance your musical journey with us!

Early Childhood Music Program

Early Childhood Music Class

Tuesday, September 17, 2024, 10:15-11:15 am (Note new time)

RSVP here.

Families with children aged 9 months to 5 years are invited to discover our exceptional program for young children. Join us to learn about our engaging music and movement curriculum and participate in sample activities that you and your child can enjoy together.

Schedule:

10:15-10:45 am: Q & A session with HBMS Dean Christopher Kenniff and Associate Dean April Johnson

10:45-11:15 am: Experience a sample class led by Dalcroze Eurhythmics Certified Instructor, Laura Barnet

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the joy of music with your little ones!

Drop-in Days

Flute Ensemble Program

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Junior Flutes (grades 1-7)
Friday, September 13, 2024, 5:30 – 6:15 pm

Flute Club (grades 8-12)
Saturday, September 14, 2024, 11:45 am – 1:00 pm

Adult Flute Choir
Saturday, September 14, 2024, 1:00 – 2:00 pm

RSVP here.

Viola Ensemble Program

group of viola players in purple shirts

Viola Club Level 2 (grades 8-12)
Intermediate and Advance
Saturday, September 21, 2024, 3:00 – 4:00 pm

RSVP here.

Orchestra Program

Teen boy and Teen girl playing violins

Chamber Orchestra (grades 6-10)
Monday, September 23, 2024, 7:00 – 8:30 pm

Festival Orchestra (grades 9-12)
Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 7:15 – 9:30 pm

Young People’s Symphonette (grades 2-6)
Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

RSVP here.

Choral and Vocal Program

Group of young children singing in a choir dressed in black and white clothes

Beginner Voices (grades 2-4)
Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 5:00 – 6:00 pm

Junior Voices (grades 5-8)
Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 4:15 – 5:15 pm

Vocal Performance Workshop (grades 6-12)
Saturday, September 28, 2024, 4:00 – 5:00 pm

RSVP here.

Jazz Program

Ed Palermo with Jazz Students

Advanced Jazz Ensemble (grades 9-12)
Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Adult Jazz Ensemble
Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 8:00 – 9:00 pm

RSVP here.

Musicianship, Composition, Music History and Music Technology Classes

Girl with headphones at a computer and music keyboard

Multiple dates available
Click here to see a schedule of class offerings.
Classes listed under the following headings are available for drop-in:
Music Theory and Sight Singing
Music History Through the Ages
Composition, Improvisation, and Music Technology

Email Dr. Cooper, the Chair of the Musicianship and Composition Program here to arrange to drop in drop-in on one or more of these classes.