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Hoff-Barthelson Music School

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25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
914-723-1169 https://www.hbms.org

May 2022

The Music of Our Time Festival Student Performance

May 14, 2022 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival - Student Recital featuring music composed between 1921 and the present. View flyer here.

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September 2022

Early Childhood Open House

September 10, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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One event on September 12, 2022 at 10:00 am

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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Young child and adult playing bells

Families eager to enroll their very youngest members, ages 9 months to 5 years, in a high-quality, safely delivered music education program are invited to attend an in-person Early Childhood Program Open House from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Learn more about the School’s Dalcroze-based music and movement program and get a taste of program activities children and their adults can look forward to together. Participants will have the opportunity to join in in the fun of a music and movement…

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Early Childhood Open House

September 12, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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One event on September 12, 2022 at 10:00 am

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Young child and adult playing bells

Families eager to enroll their very youngest members, ages 9 months to 5 years, in a high-quality, safely delivered music education program are invited to attend an in-person Early Childhood Program Open House from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Learn more about the School’s Dalcroze-based music and movement program and get a taste of program activities children and their adults can look forward to together. Participants will have the opportunity to join in in the fun of a music and movement…

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March 2023

Baroque and Beyond Festival Student Recital

March 11, 2023 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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One event on March 11, 2023 at 4:00 pm

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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Baroque and Beyond Festival 2023

Student recital celebrating music composed from 1600-1750; featuring music of great Germanic composers Bach, Telemann, and Handel, as well as masters from other lands. View flyer here. 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.

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Baroque and Beyond Festival Student Recital

March 11, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Baroque and Beyond Festival 2023

Student recital celebrating music composed from 1600-1750; featuring music of great Germanic composers Bach, Telemann, and Handel, as well as masters from other lands. View flyer here. 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.

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Baroque and Beyond Student Recital

March 17, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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One event on March 17, 2023 at 8:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Baroque and Beyond Festival 2023

Student recital celebrating music composed from 1600-1750; featuring music of great Germanic composers Bach, Telemann, and Handel, as well as masters from other lands. View flyer here. 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.

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Baroque and Beyond Student Recital

March 17, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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One event on March 17, 2023 at 8:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Baroque and Beyond Festival 2023

Student recital celebrating music composed from 1600-1750; featuring music of great Germanic composers Bach, Telemann, and Handel, as well as masters from other lands. View flyer here. 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.

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April 2023

Spring Recess

April 2, 2023 - April 9, 2023
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Spring Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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HB Artist Series: The Faculty in Performance

April 14, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:15 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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HB Artist Series

The 2022-2023 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series concludes with violinist April Johnson, cellist Peter Seidenburg and pianist Tomoko Uchino performing Clara Schumann's Piano Trio in G minor, Op. 17 and jazz pianist Jamie Reynolds and saxophonist Ed Palermo and guests performing jazz standards, improvisations and originals. Program and performers subject to change without notice. General admission: $20; HBMS Students: free of charge. Purchase tickets here. View flyer here.

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Musicianship Lab Classes Parent and Student Orientation

April 17, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on April 22, 2023 at 4:00 pm

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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Students and teacher in the music technology lab

Join us on Zoom to learn all about Hoff-Barthelson's exciting new Musicianship Lab Classes! RSVP here to obtain the Zoom link. Hoff-Barthelson’s Musicianship Lab Classes develop and deepen students’ practice, performance, and understanding of music through comprehensive, sequential instruction in music theory and aural skills, state of the art cloud-based learning platforms*, and frequent assessment of student progress. Musicianship Labs encourage students to learn at their own pace while receiving individual guidance from their instructor. Each class session is divided…

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Pathways to Private Lessons

April 18, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Young violinist learning to hold violin

What’s next in your child’s musical journey? Join Hoff-Barthelson Music School Dean Christopher Kenniff and Associate Dean Kathy Jones 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.…

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Musicianship Lab Classes Parent and Student Orientation

April 22, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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One event on April 22, 2023 at 4:00 pm

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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Students and teacher in the music technology lab

Join us on Zoom to learn all about Hoff-Barthelson's exciting new Musicianship Lab Classes! RSVP here to obtain the Zoom link. Hoff-Barthelson’s Musicianship Lab Classes develop and deepen students’ practice, performance, and understanding of music through comprehensive, sequential instruction in music theory and aural skills, state of the art cloud-based learning platforms*, and frequent assessment of student progress. Musicianship Labs encourage students to learn at their own pace while receiving individual guidance from their instructor. Each class session is divided…

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Musicianship Lab Classes Parent and Student Drop-in Hours

April 24, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on April 25, 2023 at 6:15 pm

One event on April 29, 2023 at 4:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Students and teacher in the music technology lab

Join Dr. Derek Cooper, HBMS Musicianship faculty in Room 303 for a live demonstration and learn all about Hoff-Barthelson's exciting new Musicianship Lab Classes! RSVP here. Hoff-Barthelson’s Musicianship Lab Classes develop and deepen students’ practice, performance, and understanding of music through comprehensive, sequential instruction in music theory and aural skills, state of the art cloud-based learning platforms*, and frequent assessment of student progress. Musicianship Labs encourage students to learn at their own pace while receiving individual guidance from their instructor.…

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Musicianship Lab Classes Parent and Student Drop-in Hours

April 25, 2023 @ 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm
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One event on April 29, 2023 at 4:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Students and teacher in the music technology lab

Join Dr. Derek Cooper, HBMS Musicianship faculty in Room 303 for a live demonstration and learn all about Hoff-Barthelson's exciting new Musicianship Lab Classes! RSVP here. Hoff-Barthelson’s Musicianship Lab Classes develop and deepen students’ practice, performance, and understanding of music through comprehensive, sequential instruction in music theory and aural skills, state of the art cloud-based learning platforms*, and frequent assessment of student progress. Musicianship Labs encourage students to learn at their own pace while receiving individual guidance from their instructor.…

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Festival Orchestra Open House

April 26, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Festival Orchestra Students

Join Festival Orchestra Music Director Jun Nakabayashi and HBMS Executive Director Ken Cole for a lively online introduction to the School’s Festival Orchestra. The discussion will include information about repertoire, educational goals, merit scholarships, financial aid, performance schedules, how to prepare for auditions and more! The Festival Orchestra is open to all students, whether studying privately at HBMS or elsewhere. Auditions for the 2023-24 season will be held on Tuesday, May 9 and Wednesday, May 17 from 7-10 pm and…

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Piano Master Class with Ann Schein

April 29, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Pianist Ann Schein

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. Master classes are an enlightening experience for students and audiences alike. After months of careful preparation, students perform for, and then receive feedback and guidance from a master teacher who challenges the student to think in new and critical ways about the piece they’ve prepared. The results are…

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Musicianship Lab Classes Parent and Student Drop-in Hours

April 29, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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One event on April 25, 2023 at 6:15 pm

One event on April 29, 2023 at 4:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Students and teacher in the music technology lab

Join Dr. Derek Cooper, HBMS Musicianship faculty in Room 303 for a live demonstration and learn all about Hoff-Barthelson's exciting new Musicianship Lab Classes! RSVP here. Hoff-Barthelson’s Musicianship Lab Classes develop and deepen students’ practice, performance, and understanding of music through comprehensive, sequential instruction in music theory and aural skills, state of the art cloud-based learning platforms*, and frequent assessment of student progress. Musicianship Labs encourage students to learn at their own pace while receiving individual guidance from their instructor.…

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May 2023

Wind Ensemble Year End Concert

May 3, 2023 @ 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Hoff-Barthelson's Wind Ensemble performs its year end concert.

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Flute Master Class with Jennifer Grim

May 12, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Jennifer Grim, Flute

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. Master classes are an enlightening experience for students and audiences alike. After months of careful preparation, students perform for, and then receive feedback and guidance from a master teacher who challenges the student to think in new and critical ways about the piece they’ve prepared. The results are…

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Young Composer’s Recital

May 13, 2023 @ 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Music of Our Time Festival 2023

The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival – Student Recital featuring music composed by the School’s youngest composers under the direction of Derek Cooper. View flyer here.

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Compose Yourself! Project Student Recital

May 15, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Music of Our Time Festival 2023

The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival – Student Recital featuring music composed by participants of the Compose Yourself! Project under the direction of Derek Cooper. View flyer here.

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All That Jazz!

May 17, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Music of Our Time Festival 2023

The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival – Student Recital featuring the HBMS Jazz ensembles performing music composed between 1922 and the present. View flyer here.

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Auditions: Festival Orchestra

May 19, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Festival Orchestra Students

Be a part of “one of the finest high school orchestras in the United States!” Audition for the HBMS Festival Orchestra’s 2023-24 Season! Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Festival Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra for high school students at the highest level of technical ability and musical artistry. Under the direction of conductor Jun Nakabayashi, the Festival Orchestra performs three concerts annually; two are with guest artists of international stature. The orchestra meets on Tuesday evenings from 7:15 – 9:30 pm.…

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Music of Our Time Student Recital

May 19, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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One event on May 19, 2023 at 8:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Music of Our Time Festival 2023

The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival – Student Recital featuring music composed between 1922 and the present. View flyer here.

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Music of Our Time Student Recital

May 19, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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One event on May 19, 2023 at 8:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Music of Our Time Festival 2023

The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival – Student Recital featuring music composed between 1922 and the present. View flyer here.

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The Music of Our Time Student Recital

May 20, 2023 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Music of Our Time Festival 2023

The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival – Student Recital featuring music composed between 1922 and the present. View flyer here.

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Music of Our Time Student Recital

May 20, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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One event on May 20, 2023 at 8:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Music of Our Time Festival 2023

The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival – Student Recital featuring music composed between 1922 and the present. View flyer here.

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Music of Our Time Student Recital

May 20, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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One event on May 20, 2023 at 8:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Music of Our Time Festival 2023

The Music of Our Time Contemporary Music Festival – Student Recital featuring music composed between 1922 and the present. View flyer here.

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Suzuki String Spring Recitals

May 21, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Suzuki Violinists

Student recital featuring performances by students enrolled in the Suzuki Strings Program. Recitals will be held in the Joan Behrens Bergman Auditorium at: 10:30 am 12:00 pm 1:30 pm

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Suzuki Piano Spring Recital

May 21, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Suzuki Piano Program

Student recital featuring performances by students enrolled in the Suzuki Piano program.

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Memorial Day Weekend

May 26, 2023 - May 29, 2023
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Memorial Day Weekend - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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June 2023

Honors Program Student Recital

June 1, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. Roland Sadre, piano Ariana Thomas, piano Albert Wei, piano The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse…

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Honors Program Student Recital

June 2, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. Audrey Li, viola Lucius Liu, piano Serena Wu, piano The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse…

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Honors Program Student Recital

June 2, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. Erik Ahdritz, violin Grace Barron, voice Adele Xie, piano The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse…

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Honors Program Student Recital

June 3, 2023 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. Katherine Chen, piano Ian Chow, piano Rachel Horn, flute Natalie Spitzer, flute Isabella Tse, piano The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their…

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Honors Program Student Recital

June 3, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. Carys Harrison duBoulay, voice Felix Fidock, violin Nikhil Saxena, cello Zoe Verduin, violin Leo White, piano The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to…

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Vocal Program Recital

June 5, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student singing

Come hear students from the HBMS Vocal Program perform their year-end recital!

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Guitar Program Recital and Porch Party

June 9, 2023 @ 4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Students playing the guitar

Come hear students from the HBMS Guitar Program perform their year-end recital!

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Viola Club Recitals

June 10, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Come hear the HBMS Viola Clubs perform at their end of year recitals!

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Honors Program Student Recital

June 10, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. Meera Chari, cello Vera Kovalskaya, cello Maddie Margulis-Ohnuma, cello Sarah Rivas, cello Annika Yogaratnam, violin Yasmin Yogaratnam, cello The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working…

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Juneteenth

June 19, 2023
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Juneteenth - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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August 2023

Chamber Music Program Open House

August 24, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Girl playing Flute and Girl playing cello

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.

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Jazz Ensembles and Adult Jazz Ensemble Open House

August 24, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Ed Palermo with Jazz Students

Online – RSVP here to receive the Zoom link Prospective students in grades 6-12 and adults are invited to join Dean Christopher Kenniff and HBMS Jazz Program Director Ed Palermo, for a lively online introduction to Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Jazz and Adult Jazz Ensembles. You’ll also learn about private lessons, musicianship, and other ensemble opportunities that support students looking to grow in their knowledge, ability, and appreciation of jazz. Learn more about the Jazz and Advanced Jazz Ensembles here. Learn more…

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Youth Orchestras Open House

August 29, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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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…

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September 2023

Labor Day

September 4, 2023
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Labor Day - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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Auditions: Festival Orchestra

September 5, 2023
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Tuesday, repeating until September 26, 2023

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
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Festival Orchestra Students

Be a part of “one of the finest high school orchestras in the United States!” Audition for the HBMS Festival Orchestra’s 2023-24 Season! Instruments needed: oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, timpani, viola and bass. Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Festival Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra for high school students at the highest level of technical ability and musical artistry. Under the direction of conductor Jun Nakabayashi, the Festival Orchestra performs three concerts annually; two are with guest artists of international stature.…

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Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles Placement Meetings

September 6, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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One event on September 7, 2023 at 3:00 pm

One event on September 7, 2022 at 3:00 pm

One event on September 8, 2022 at 3:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Girls playing violins

Placement meetings for K-12 Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles for the 2023-24 school year for new and returning students. View flyer for additional information here. Schedule a Placement Meeting here.

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Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles Placement Meetings

September 7, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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One event on September 7, 2023 at 3:00 pm

One event on September 7, 2022 at 3:00 pm

One event on September 8, 2022 at 3:00 pm

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Girls playing violins

Placement meetings for K-12 Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles for the 2023-24 school year for new and returning students. View flyer for additional information here. Schedule a Placement Meeting here.

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Early Childhood Music Program Open House

September 9, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Young two year old child smiling

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…

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Flute Club and Adult Flute Choir Drop-in Day

September 9, 2023 @ 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Girl playing the flute

RSVP here Flute Club Drop-in, Saturday, September 9, 2023, 11:45 am–1:00 pm (for students in grades 6-12) Adult Flute Choir Drop-in, Saturday, September 9, 2023, 1:00–2:00 pm Drop-in on the first meeting of each of our Flute Clubs!  Bring your flute and play along with students already enrolled in the clubs. Or simply attend the drop-in as an auditor to learn about the clubs. Each day/time listed above is the actual meeting time of the club; clubs meet weekly through…

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Suzuki Program Open House

September 9, 2023 @ 2:15 pm - 3:30 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Students playing the violin, flute, piano and guitar

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.

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Orientation for New K-12 and Adult Students and Families

September 9, 2023 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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For students and families who are new to the school interested in learning how to make the most of the myriad classes, ensembles, accompaniment, performances, and other opportunities available at HBMS. Executive Director Ken Cole and Dean Chris Kenniff will be on hand to answer your questions and orient you to the many facets of Hoff-Barthelson Music School! RSVP here.

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First Instruments Open House

September 10, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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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…

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Auditions: Festival Orchestra

September 12, 2023
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Tuesday, repeating until September 26, 2023

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Festival Orchestra Students

Be a part of “one of the finest high school orchestras in the United States!” Audition for the HBMS Festival Orchestra’s 2023-24 Season! Instruments needed: oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, timpani, viola and bass. Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Festival Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra for high school students at the highest level of technical ability and musical artistry. Under the direction of conductor Jun Nakabayashi, the Festival Orchestra performs three concerts annually; two are with guest artists of international stature.…

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Rosh Hashanah

September 15, 2023 - September 16, 2023
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Rosh Hashanah - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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Auditions: Festival Orchestra

September 19, 2023
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Tuesday, repeating until September 26, 2023

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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Festival Orchestra Students

Be a part of “one of the finest high school orchestras in the United States!” Audition for the HBMS Festival Orchestra’s 2023-24 Season! Instruments needed: oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, timpani, viola and bass. Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Festival Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra for high school students at the highest level of technical ability and musical artistry. Under the direction of conductor Jun Nakabayashi, the Festival Orchestra performs three concerts annually; two are with guest artists of international stature.…

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Yom Kippur

September 25, 2023
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Yom Kippur - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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Auditions: Festival Orchestra

September 26, 2023
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Tuesday, repeating until September 26, 2023

Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Festival Orchestra Students

Be a part of “one of the finest high school orchestras in the United States!” Audition for the HBMS Festival Orchestra’s 2023-24 Season! Instruments needed: oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, timpani, viola and bass. Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Festival Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra for high school students at the highest level of technical ability and musical artistry. Under the direction of conductor Jun Nakabayashi, the Festival Orchestra performs three concerts annually; two are with guest artists of international stature.…

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School Spirit Day!

September 30, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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It's School Spirit Day at Hoff-Barthelson Music School! HB-themed merchandise will be available for purchase in the lobby. Show your school pride! Volunteer and support HBMS! Sign up for an hour or two helping out at School Spirit Day here

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October 2023

Columbus Day

October 9, 2023
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Columbus Day - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting

October 12, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on October 20, 2023 at 9:00 am

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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Learn about volunteer opportunities at Hoff-Barthelson by joining us at one of our Volunteer Kick-Off Meetings! During the meeting, we will: Introduce Lori Rothman Kaplan, our 2023-24 Volunteer Chair, and Lucy Rosenberg, Office Manager and volunteer supporter extraordinaire; Review the School’s 2023-24 schedule of events and associated volunteer opportunities; Discuss ways in which the volunteer experience at HBMS can be further enriched; and Enjoy the opportunity to meet and catch up with fellow HBMS volunteers over coffee and delectables! We…

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HB Artist Series

October 13, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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HB Artist Series

The 2023-2024 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series commences with faculty members Donna Elaine, flute; Laura Giannini, violin; Andrew Gonzalez, viola; April Johnson, violin; Andrea Saposnik, mezzo-soprano; Peter Seidenberg, cello; and Tomoko Uchino, piano with guest artist Lauren Ninoshvili, piano. General admission: $20; HBMS Students: free of charge Purchase tickets here. View flyer here. Program: Zwei Gesänge Op. 91, Johannes Brahms Andrea Saposnik, mezzo-soprano Andrew Gonzalez, viola Lauren Ninoshvili, piano * Piano Trio in B flat Major No 1, Op. 898,…

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Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting

October 20, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
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One event on October 20, 2023 at 9:00 am

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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Learn about volunteer opportunities at Hoff-Barthelson by joining us at one of our Volunteer Kick-Off Meetings! During the meeting, we will: Introduce Lori Rothman Kaplan, our 2023-24 Volunteer Chair, and Lucy Rosenberg, Office Manager and volunteer supporter extraordinaire; Review the School’s 2023-24 schedule of events and associated volunteer opportunities; Discuss ways in which the volunteer experience at HBMS can be further enriched; and Enjoy the opportunity to meet and catch up with fellow HBMS volunteers over coffee and delectables! We…

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HB Artist Series

October 27, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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HB Artist Series

The 2023-2024 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series continues with faculty members Laura Giannini, violin; Andrew Gonzalez, viola; April Johnson, violin; Dominic Meiman, piano; Peter Seidenberg, cello; and Daniel Spitzer, clarinet. General admission: $20; HBMS Students: free of charge. Purchase tickets here. View flyer here. Program: Sonata in F Major, K. 332, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Dominic Meiman, piano Clarinet Quintet in F# minor, Op. 10, Samuel Coleridge Taylor Laura Giannini, violin April Johnson, violin Andrew Gonzalez, viola Peter Seidenberg, cello Daniel…

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November 2023

Youth Orchestra Program Open House

November 16, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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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…

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HB Artist Series

November 17, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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HB Artist Series

The 2023-2024 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series continues with faculty members, Joan Forsyth, piano; Andrew Marino, guitar; and Rolf Sturm, guitar with guest artists William Anderson, guitar; Jessica Marino, piano; Jenna Mammina, vocalist; and Rob Henke, trumpet. General admission: $20; HBMS Students: free of charge. Purchase tickets here. View flyer here. Program: Sonatina No. 2 for Guitar and Piano, Radames Gnattali Two Rondos for Guitar and Piano, Mauro Giuliani Andrew Marino, guitar Jessica, Marino, piano * Sonata for Piano and…

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Suzuki Program Fall Recitals

November 19, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Interested families are invited to attend today’s student recitals and see Hoff-Barthelson's acclaimed Suzuki Program in action. 9:30 am - Suzuki Guitar Program Student Recital 11:00 am - Suzuki Strings Program Student Recital 12:30 pm - Suzuki Strings Program Student Recital 2:00 pm - Suzuki Strings Program Student Recital 3:30 pm - Suzuki Piano Program Student Recital

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Thanksgiving Recess

November 22, 2023 - November 26, 2023
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Thanksgiving Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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December 2023

Holiday Music Festival

December 2, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 4:15 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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A weekend of music and fun for the entire family . . . Enjoy performances by HBMS student ensembles . . . Find that special holiday gift at the HB Boutique, Holiday Treat Shoppe and Silent Auction . . . Join us and celebrate the season while supporting HBMS! Performance Schedule 11:00 am – 12:00 pm — Choral Ensembles 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm — Flute Clubs 1:15 pm – 1:35 pm — Viola Club 1:45 pm – 2:15 pm…

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Holiday Music Festival

December 3, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 4:15 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Holiday Music Festival with Snowflakes

A weekend of music and fun for the entire family . . . Enjoy performances by HBMS student ensembles . . . Find that special holiday gift at the HB Boutique, Holiday Treat Shoppe and Silent Auction . . . Join us and celebrate the season while supporting HBMS! Performance Schedule 11:00 am – 11:30 am — Handbells and Chimes 11:40 am – 12:50 pm — Chamber Ensembles 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm — Suzuki Strings 1:55 pm – 2:20…

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Festival Orchestra Auditions

December 12, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Hoff-Barthelson Festival Orchestra

Be a part of “one of the finest high school orchestras in the United States!” Audition for the second half of the HBMS Festival Orchestra’s 2023-24 Season! Instruments needed: oboe, bassoon, horn, trumpet, percussion and strings Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Festival Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra for high school students at the highest level of technical ability and musical artistry. Under the direction of conductor Jun Nakabayashi, the Festival Orchestra performs three concerts annually; two are with guest artists of…

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Winter Recess

December 23, 2023 - January 7, 2024
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Winter Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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January 2024

Alumni Recital and Reunion

January 5 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Return to your musical roots! Our Annual Alumni Recital and Reunion will be held live and in person! This event is an opportunity for alumni to make music, catch up with friends, and share stories about your time at HBMS. Alums are invited to perform works of up to 8 minutes in length. RSVP here to perform and/or attend.

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College Advisory

January 13 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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High school students can begin their college exploration process with this event led by HBMS Dean Christopher Kenniff. Hear from guest speaker, Barbra Weidlein, an expert in university, conservatory, and liberal arts music programs; a panel of college admissions officers; and a panel of HB alumni students who will share their personal experiences preparing for collegiate study, applying/auditioning for admission, and studying music at the collegiate level. Parents and student interaction is encouraged throughout the event. Please note that this…

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Martin King Luther, Jr. Day

January 15
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Martin King Luther, Jr. Day - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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Honors Program Student Recital

January 19 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse programs for a faculty jury in special recitals at…

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Honors Program Student Recital

January 19 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse programs for a faculty jury in special recitals at…

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Honors Program Student Recital

January 20 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse programs for a faculty jury in special recitals at…

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Honors Program Student Recital

January 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse programs for a faculty jury in special recitals at…

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First Instruments and Private Lessons Open House

January 21 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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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…

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Honors Program Student Recital

January 26 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse programs for a faculty jury in special recitals at…

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Honors Program Student Recital

January 26 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse programs for a faculty jury in special recitals at…

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Honors Program Student Recital

January 27 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Student recital featuring students enrolled in the Honors Program. The Honors Program for gifted and committed students, selected through auditions, has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions. The program is designed for students 12 years or older who have been enrolled in private lessons for at least two semesters, have been recommended by their teacher, and are motivated, committed, and working up to their potential. Honors students perform stylistically diverse programs for a faculty jury in special recitals at…

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February 2024

Sara Crawford Memorial Concert

February 4 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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A concert in memory of long-time piano faculty member Sara Crawford. Pictured: Sara Crawford while a student at HBMS.

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HB Artist Series

February 9 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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HB Artist Series

The 2023-2024 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series continues with faculty members Rie Matsumoto, piano; Anna Rabinova, violin; and Tomoko Uchino, piano, with guest artists Bari Mort, piano and Gloria Lin, piano. General admission: $20; HBMS Students: free of charge. Purchase tickets here. (Snow date: Thursday, February 15, 2024, 7:30 pm.) View flyer here. Program: Drei Stücke zu Vier Händen, Fanny Hensel-Mendelssohn Sonata for Four Hands, Francis Poulenc Fünf Stücke für Klavier zu vier Händen, Gyorgy Ligeti Tomoko Uchino, piano Gloria…

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Violin Master Class with Daniel Phillips

February 10 @ 2:00 pm - 4:15 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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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. Master classes are an enlightening experience for students and audiences alike. After months of careful preparation, students perform for, and then receive feedback and guidance from a master teacher who challenges the student to think in new and critical ways about the piece they’ve prepared. The results are…

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HB Artist Series (Snow date)

February 15 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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HB Artist Series

Snow date for the Friday, February 9, 2024, HB Artist Series -- if needed. Click here for additional information and to purchase tickets.

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February Recess

February 19 - February 25
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February Recess - The School is closed for regularly scheduled lessons and classes.

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March 2024

HB Artist Series

March 1 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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HB Artist Series

The 2023-2024 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series continues with faculty members Michael Finckel, cello; April Johnson, violin; Dominic Meiman, piano; Vered Reznik, piano; Peter Seidenberg, cello; Katsura Tanikawa, piano; and Tomoko Uchino, piano. General admission: $20; HBMS Students: free of charge. Purchase tickets here. View flyer here. Program: Morceaux pour 2 Pianos, Op. 61 Nos. 19-24, Reinhold Glière Concertina in A Minor, Op. 94, Dmitri Shostakovich  Dominic Meiman, piano Vered Reznik, piano   Piano Trio No. 4 in E minor,…

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Composition Master Class: Compose Yourself! Project

March 2 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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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 Reiko Füting (pictured) and Alyssa Weinberg, Copland House Fellow. Master Classes are open to the public to observe free of charge, but reservations…

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Volunteer Brew Break

March 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Calling all current and prospective volunteers! Let's get together for a Volunteer Brew Break and celebrate the successful first half of the school year! RSVP here. Join us for coffee and light bites. Connect with old friends and make new ones. Additionally, this will be a chance to meet Gabriella Sanna, our new Executive Director. We'll discuss upcoming exciting events this spring and explore more opportunities for you and your young musicians to engage with the HBMS community. View flyer…

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Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency

March 10 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency

The Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency gives HBMS student ensembles the opportunity to perform for musicians of the New York Philharmonic who share their comprehensive knowledge of ensemble playing with these young musicians, guiding them to a higher understanding of technique, musicianship and musical style. This year's coaches include Anna Rabinova, violin; Vivek Kamath, viola; Qiang Tu, cello; and Margaret Kampmeier, piano. Coaches are subject to change. The Master Classes are followed by a chamber music concert by musicians from…

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Chamber Music Masterworks with Musicians of the NY Philharmonic

March 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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$35
Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency

Join us for an exciting afternoon of chamber music performed by musicians from the New York Philharmonic as part of the School's Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency. View flyer here. General admission: $35 Purchase tickets here. Program: Schubert String Quartet No. 9 in G minor, D. 173 Anna Rabinova, violin Alina Kobialka, violin Vivek Kamath, viola Qiang Tu, cello Dvorak Piano Trio No. 3 in F minor, op. 65 Quan Ge, violin Ru-Pei Yeh, cello Helen Huang, piano (guest) Performers…

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Volunteer Brew Break Snow Date

March 14 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Snow date for the Volunteer Brew Break -- see more information here: https://hbms.org/event/volunteer-brew-break/  

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Spanning the Centuries Festival Student and Faculty Recital

March 14 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Beethoven Spanning the Centuries

Student and Faculty recital celebrating music composed from 1750-1950; featuring music of great Germanic composers — Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Brahms — as well as masters from other lands. View flyer here. Featured faculty performance - Joan Forsyth, piano, performing Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody No. 8. The Spanning the Centuries 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.

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Spanning the Centuries Festival Student and Faculty Recital

March 14 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Beethoven Spanning the Centuries

Student and Faculty recital celebrating music composed from 1750-1950; featuring music of great Germanic composers — Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Brahms — as well as masters from other lands. View flyer here. Featured faculty performance - Dominic Meiman, piano, performing Mendelssohn's Venetian Gondola Song, op. 30 No. 6, and Moszkowski's Etudes Op. 91 Nos. 8 and 7. The Spanning the Centuries Festival is made possible, in part, with a grant from the Westchester Community Foundation, a division of The…

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Spanning the Centuries Festival Student and Faculty Recital

March 15 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Beethoven Spanning the Centuries

Student and Faculty recital celebrating music composed from 1750-1950; featuring music of great Germanic composers — Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Brahms — as well as masters from other lands. View flyer here. Featured faculty performance - Daniel Spitzer, clarinet and Tomoko Uchino, piano, performing Norbert Burgmuller's Duo, Op. 15. The Spanning the Centuries 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…

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Spanning the Centuries Festival Student and Faculty Recital

March 15 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Beethoven Spanning the Centuries

Student and Faculty recital celebrating music composed from 1750-1950; featuring music of great Germanic composers — Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Brahms — as well as masters from other lands. View flyer here. Featured faculty performance - Donna Elaine, Flute and Rie Matsumoto, piano, performing C. Reinecke's Flute Sonata "Undine" Op. 167, I. Allegro. The Spanning the Centuries Festival is made possible, in part, with a grant from the Westchester Community Foundation, a division of The New York Community Foundation.…

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Family Concert

March 22 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Smiling Family of Musicians

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. For those unable to attend in person, the concert will be live-streamed on YouTube, allowing relatives from distant locations to share in the experience. Please talk to your teacher or…

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Cello Master Class with Hai-Ye Ni

March 24 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Hoff-Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane
Scarsdale, NY 10583 United States
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Woman dressed formally with a cello

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. Master classes are an enlightening experience for students and audiences alike. After months of careful preparation, students perform for and then receive feedback and guidance from a master teacher who challenges the student to think in new and critical ways about the piece they’ve prepared. The results are…

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