Former Lincoln Public Schools superintendent Paul Gausman is charting a new path by bringing Bach to Rock, a franchise music school, to Lincoln. Scheduled for an August 1 grand opening, this venture offers local enthusiasts an engaging way to explore music education.
Mary Greene is retiring as Executive Director of the Brattleboro Music Center after 12 years at the helm. She calls it her “dream job,” stepping down on August 1 to mark the close of a fulfilling era of music and community engagement.
When “The Perfect Tuba” arrived on one writer’s desk, it sparked an immediate call to Robert Carpenter—Central Florida’s resident tuba expert. That chance meeting underscores how one often-overlooked instrument can become a symbol of the power of music education.
The Mohonasen music department from Rotterdam is gearing up for a special July Fourth performance in Washington, D.C. Signed up years ago, the marching band only recently realized they will be stepping onto the capital’s streets during a notable anniversary date—adding an extra layer of significance to this patriotic occasion.
Seven local high school students are heading to the PMEA Region II Band Festival, where they will join some of the most promising musicians in northwestern Pennsylvania. The three-day event takes place at Northwestern High School, promising an immersive musical experience for all involved.
Four Berryville High School students earned spots in the prestigious Arkansas All-State Music ensembles, highlighting the school’s commitment to musical excellence. This recognition marks a proud moment for the Berryville community and underscores the depth of talent within Arkansas’s student musicians.
Two violin students, Greta Butterworth and Kathryn Ward, have been selected to perform in the 2026 Alabama All-State Orchestra Festival from February 12 to February 16 in Tuscaloosa. Their inclusion marks a significant honor, setting a celebratory tone for the new year and underscoring their dedication to classical music.
From local rehearsals to the world-famous stage at Carnegie Hall, Mountain House student Joanna Raj has been chosen for the High School Honors Performance Series. In February, she will join the Honors Concert Choir as a soprano vocalist in New York City.
Starting Monday, The Lincoln in Cheyenne will provide free guitar lessons to junior high and high school students. This program, in partnership with the Alternative Arts Project, offers local teens a chance to explore music at no cost.
The region’s rising bluegrass musicians showcased their talents at the ‘Pickin’ in the School-Yard’ fundraiser hosted by University School on Saturday. The annual JAM event brought together young artists and community members in a celebration of music and support for local programs.
