Baroque and Beyond Festival Student Recital

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. 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.

Baroque and Beyond Festival Student String Recital

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, performed by selected HBMS string players. Followed by a presentation by internationally acclaimed violinist, musicologist, and early music specialist Dr. Alberto Sanna. The Baroque and Beyond Festival is made possible, in...

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Baroque and Beyond Festival Large Ensembles Concert

Large ensembles concert celebrating celebrating music composed from 1600-1750; featuring music of great Germanic composers Bach, Telemann, and Handel, as well as masters from other lands. Scheduled to perform: Handbells — Donna Elaine, Director Beginner Voices — Yuki Charlesworth, Director Junior Voices — Kathryn Jones, Director Adult Flute Choir — Joseph Piscitelli, Director Flute Club —...

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Baroque and Beyond Festival Large Ensembles Concert

Large ensembles concert celebrating celebrating music composed from 1600-1750; featuring music of great Germanic composers Bach, Telemann, and Handel, as well as masters from other lands. Scheduled to perform: Young People's Symphonette — Robert Schwartz, Director Chamber Orchestra — Robert Schwartz, Director Festival Orchesta — Leandro Gazineo, Director The Baroque and Beyond Festival is made possible,...

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Family Concert

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. Please talk to your teacher...

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Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency

The 2025 Elaine Stamas Chamber Music Residency offers 14 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...

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Chamber Music Masterworks with Musicians of the NY Philharmonic

Join us for a pre-concert reception to meet the artists, followed by 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...

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Violin Master Class with Almita Vamos

Master Classes are open to the public to observe free of charge. 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 including David Madsen, guitar; composers Nils Vigeland and Matt Browne; Almita...

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HB Artist Series

The HB Artist Series features the exceptional talents of Hoff-Barthelson’s distinguished faculty. Held in Scarsdale, these concerts offer riveting music-making in an intimate setting at affordable prices, showcasing Hoff-Barthelson’s commitment to excellence in music education and performance in Westchester County. Purchase tickets here. General admission is $20; HBMS Students are admitted free of charge. Program...

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AP Classes & Chopin to Ligeti Information Session

Explore HBMS’s musicianship offerings in a series of informative sessions led by Dr. Derek Cooper and HBMS faculty on Zoom. Learn about courses in theory, composition, improvisation, and more. Open to students and families interested in deepening their musical understanding. Join via Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86932179546 Meeting ID: 869 3217 9546 Upcoming Sessions: Musicianship Labs – April...

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Pathways to Private Lessons

What’s next in your child’s musical journey? Join Hoff-Barthelson Music School Dean Christopher Kenniff and Associate Dean April Johnson for an informative online discussion via Zoom about starting your child in private lessons at HBMS. Intended for parents with children ages 3-6, discussion topics include: How do you know when your child is developmentally ready...

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Musicianship Labs Information Session

Explore HBMS’s musicianship offerings in a series of informative sessions led by Dr. Derek Cooper and HBMS faculty on Zoom. Learn about courses in theory, composition, improvisation, and more. Open to students and families interested in deepening their musical understanding. Join via Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81676971778 Meeting ID: 816 7697 1778 Upcoming Sessions: Improvisation for Piano 1...

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