Free.

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This concert will be livestreamed, on Hochstein’s YouTube channel, for those not able to attend the concert in person. Click here.

To receive livestreaming alerts, subscribe to our YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/hochsteinschool.

Hochstein programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

Maryellen Giese directs Hochstein Singers and Youth Singers with Jonathan Thomas Madden, Assistant Director and Composer in Residence, and Yasuko Kelly, Accompanist. Shana Kohler directs Hochstein Little Singers with Jamilya Arzanesh, Accompanist.

The program includes a brand new piece, “The Sheen of a Peacock,” composed by Jon Madden with the help of our Hochstein Youth Singers. Shea Lime from St. Olaf College wrote the lyrics inspired by the image of a peacock in the Youth Singers mural in Room 11 and the notion of acceptance and helping others. 

The concert also includes music from the Broadway musical Pippin, Irving Berlin’s “Blue Skies,” Simon and Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” and a selection from John Williams’ score to Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, among other works.

Guest musicians on oboe, flute, harp, and fiddle will join the singers, and the concert ends with two songs by Youth Singers and Little Singers combined. This concert is dedicated in loving memory of Alice Pratt.

Click here to read the program notes.

This concert will be livestreamed, on Hochstein’s YouTube channel, for those not able to attend the concert in person. Click here.

To receive livestreaming alerts, subscribe to our YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/hochsteinschool.

Hochstein programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

On this African adventure we’ll be on the lookout for elephants, lions, and more. Bring your favorite snuggly, stuffed animal friend along for the journey!

COVID-19 Policies: Policies are still being evaluated for RPO's 22-23 season OrKIDstra performances. Patrons will be informed with any updates.

Pre-concert kids’ activities in the Chapel beginning at 1:00 pm. Doors open at 1:30 pm.

Tickets: Adults $20; Kids $10.

For tickets, visit https://rpo.org/event/symphonic-safari.

The CMC Program, coordinated by Doleen Hood, offers fun and challenging opportunities to learn the art of chamber music and connect with other musicians. Small groups of students work on chamber repertoire with a coach each week throughout the school year.

This concert includes performances by strings, piano, woodwinds, and brass.

The Hochstein Orchestra and Chamber Music Programs are supported in part by the Louise Alfreda Hill Memorial Fund.

Hochstein programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

Hochstein's Chamber Music programs have  been made possible, in part, with support from ACMP Associated Chamber Music Players.

The CMC Program, coordinated by Doleen Hood, offers fun and challenging opportunities to learn the art of chamber music and connect with other musicians. Small groups of students work on chamber repertoire with a coach each week throughout the school year.

The 5:00 pm concert features Adult Ensembles (including piano trios and a woodwind quintet).

The 7:30 pm concert features the Scholarship Flute Choir and the Scholarship Woodwind Quintet, Diane Smith, director.

The Hochstein Orchestra and Chamber Music Programs are supported in part by the Louise Alfreda Hill Memorial Fund.

Hochstein programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

Hochstein's Chamber Music programs have  been made possible, in part, with support from ACMP Associated Chamber Music Players.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

Vocalist Debbie Kendrick is Rochester’s Queen of the Blues, carrying on a tradition of many great blues and gospel artists that goes back to the legendary Son House. Her group has an acoustic vibe and its influences harkens back to the early days of blues, gospel, folk, and jazz music. The Debbie Kendrick Project includes drummer Pete Monacelli, a veteran of the local jazz scene; bassist Mike Patric, who also accompanies the legendary Joe Beard; guitarist Sean Pfeifer, whose acoustic fingerstyle guitar provides a solid rhythmic background for Debbie’s powerful vocal melodies; and vocalist Ann Culbreth. Kendrick inspires audiences across New York and Canada with her improvisational performances, laughing with the band and chatting with the crowd.  https://www.debbiekendrickproject.com

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

At Hochstein, the emphasis is on the educational experience and the joy of dance, led by teachers who are experts in their particular style of dance.

Hochstein programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

For more information please call (585) 454-4596, x 235.

The HAROLD & JOAN FEINBLOOM FAMILY EXPRESSIVE ARTS PROGRAM: Wellness Through Creativity receives generous support from the B. Thomas Golisano Foundation and others.

Hochstein programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

Big Blue House is a trio of seasoned musicians with experience in a variety of genres, merging styles and voices into a unique gumbo of folk, rock, blues, jazz and reggae. They offer a blend of voices, acoustic rhythm and lead guitar and stand-up bass. The band includes Brian Burley on vocals and acoustic guitar, Bob DeRosa on bass, and Harvey Possemato on lead guitar and backup vocals. https://www.bigbluehouseband.com/

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

For more information please call (585) 454-4596, x 235.

The HAROLD & JOAN FEINBLOOM FAMILY EXPRESSIVE ARTS PROGRAM: Wellness Through Creativity receives generous support from the B. Thomas Golisano Foundation and others.

Hochstein programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

The program includes selections from Purcell’s Suite in G Major and Bach’s Concerto in D minor and music of Elgar and Vaughan Williams. The concert also includes “As Time Goes By” from the film Casablanca and other music to celebrate HochStrings’ 10th anniversary season.

Hochstein programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

 The school is open Tuesday, June 20 from 9:00 am-9:00 pm for lesson make-up days. Please speak with your instructor if you need to make-up a lesson.

The school is open Wednesday, June 21 from 9:00 am-9:00 pm for lesson make-up days. Please speak with your instructor if you need to make-up a lesson.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

Ann Mitchell Trio entertains listeners with the songbook jazz classics of the 1930s-1950s with an unbeatable heart. Ann is known for her smooth, lively jazz vocal style and energetic performances. Rounding out the trio are pianist John Gabriele and Kyle Vock, bass. Ann Mitchell Trio has had an extensive list of appearances including Jazz 90.1 FM LIVE On Air Concerts, KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival, JazzBuffalo, and Fox Rochester’s Good Day Rochester.  https://annsings.com

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

Bellwether Breaks has a groove so irresistible it won't let you walk out the door. This new band draws its life blood from slinky soul and early rock ‘n’ roll, with a smattering of modern angular grit. With hints of Amy Winehouse, Otis Redding, Angel Olsen, and even Weezer, Bellwether Breaks puts a modern spin on retro nostalgia with their seriously catchy new sound. Elyse, Eugene, Chris, Wade, and Dave happily call Rochester their home, where they were forged in the fires of the vibrant local scene, the Eastman School of Music, and just plain honest living. https://www.bellwetherbreaks.com

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

For the full listing of summer camps and classes, visit https://hochstein.org/Summer.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

Watkins & the Rapiers play an eclectic mix of acoustic music incorporating echoes of Cajun, country, jug band music, reggae, soul, and swing. The band’s repertoire includes more than 60 quirky original songs written by band members, as well as covers of songs by artists as diverse as The Band, Travelling Wilburys, Steve Earle, and Colorblind James, among others. The band has been rocking out in the Greater Rochester area since January 1996, when the band was formed on a lark to fill an empty performance slot at the Rose & Crown Pub. The band includes Scott Regan, Kerry Regan, Tom Whitmore, Marty York, Steve Piper, and Rick McRae. https://watkinsandtherapiers.com

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

For the full listing of summer camps and classes, visit https://hochstein.org/Summer.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

Together since 1995, Mambo Kings are enjoying great success as Upstate New York’s foremost Latin jazz ensemble, and have earned a national reputation for their explosive blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms and jazz improvisation. They have appeared in Pops concerts with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, at the Rochester International Jazz Festival, and with orchestras in Baltimore, Vancouver, Detroit, Dallas, Naples (FL), Portland (OR), Alabama, Chicago, Austin, Virginia, and Buffalo. The band consists of Mambo Kings’ musical director and pianist Richard DeLaney, percussionist Freddy Colón, saxophonist John Viavattine, bassist Hector Diaz, and percussionist Tony Padilla. www.mambokingdom.com

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

For the full listing of summer camps and classes, visit https://hochstein.org/Summer.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

Hanna PK is a blues pianist and singer born and raised in South Korea and based in Rochester. She has been building a strong local following with her wide-ranging repertoire, the power of her voice and piano playing, and the way she can rock the house! She has a dynamic songwriting style that ranges from a funky tune with socially conscious lyrics to a mournful slow blues, from a pop-edged ballad to an uplifting swinging number, and from barrelhouse boogie to jazz. https://www.hannapk.com/index.html

For this concert, Hanna will be joined by drummer Tony Hiler and Miguel Hernandez, a bassist from Louisiana. 

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

For the full listing of summer camps and classes, visit https://hochstein.org/Summer.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

A songwriter, lyricist, producer, and creative visionary, Zahyia has dedicated her life to existing in spaces that elevate and change the limited narratives, images, and awareness of what it means to exist as a Black American Woman. With her eclectic background of jazz, hip-hop, R&B, lo-fi hip-hop, music theater, funk, and soul, Zahyia finds ways to push traditional boundaries in the world of music and alternative R&B. She will be joined by her six-piece band with Devonte Oliver on drums, Luis Carrion on bass, Melvin Solder Jr. on keyboards, Greg Meisenzahl on guitar, Orlando Vega on percussion, and Quinn Lawrence on saxophone. www.zahyia.com

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

For the full listing of summer camps and classes, visit https://hochstein.org/Summer.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

Named for one of Rochester’s gastronomic specialties, The White Hots are a blues, swing, and jazz group who perform everything from mellow instrumental music to swing dances with a full band. Musicians and music critics rave about them, dancers swing to them, and people who just like interesting music love their live shows and CDs. The band includes Tina Albright, vocals; Ted Mosher, bass; Aleksandar Disljenkovic, guitar; and Bill Blind, percussion. https://www.facebook.com/TheWhiteHots

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)

For the full listing of summer camps and classes, visit https://hochstein.org/Summer.

Location: Outer parking lot at 4 Commercial Street, corner of Browns Race. Click here for a map.  

Please note that this is a new location for this summer, due to pending construction on the Pont de Rennes.

The concerts are hosted by WXXI Classical’s Mona Seghatoleslami. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and lunch. Each performance will run approximately 40 minutes.

John Dady – one half of the Rochester Music Hall of Fame inductees The Dady Brothers – brings his unique blend of Irish and American folk music back to Hochstein at High Falls. Joining him for this concert will be Benny Bleu, an award-winning banjo player, songwriter, and singer who is also a member of The Brothers Blue. John and Benny have been friends and musical kin for years. Both are songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, so you can expect lots of spontaneous moments of musical magic. https://dadybros.com - https://bennybleu.com

Concerts take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, check Hochstein’s website or Hochstein’s Facebook page at 10:30 am the day of the concert to see if the concert is moving to the rain location nearby at La Luna. There will be signage and people to direct you to the indoor rain location.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are presented by High Falls Business Association, The Hochstein School, and WRUR 88.5.

Hochstein at High Falls concerts are made possible by a number of local organizations, including Brandtatorship, LaBella Associates, La Luna High Falls, Stantec, and The Zoghlin Group. (Sponsor list as of May 30, 2023)