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Roberto Diaz teaches a Masterclass

Come observe a Viola Masterclass taught by Roberto Diaz! Saturday, October 29 2pm-4:00 at the Landon School 6101 Wilson Ln, Bethesda, MD 20817 Admission: Free for ASTA Members and students Sponsored by ASTA MD/DC Chapter and the Downing Family Foundation Map of Landon School, Class will be in Building 13 …

Western Swing Improv: Katie Glassman’s 5 Easy Wins!

REGISTER HERE! Delve into Katie Glassman's "5 Easy Wins to improvising a Western Swing Solo". Participants will learn to practice each ingredient with creativity and using guided repetition to solidify skills and become a Western Swing improviser in no time. Details  When:       Sunday November 27th 1:30-3:00pm Location: Stone …

Melissa Brun Strings Workshop

  Melissa Brun strings workshop  Strings 101 Workshop with Melissa Brun from D’Addario This Virtual clinic is free for students and teachers. It delivers a fun and interactive presentation about the string-making process, how to care for strings, why strings make a difference, and how to make thoughtful string choices. …

Masterclass with Michelle Kim

Free and Open Masterclass with Michelle Kim  Saturday April 29, 2-4pm at the Mondzac Performing Arts Center at Landon School Assistant Concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic Map of Landon Campus: https://www.landon.net/about#campusmap Register:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_srXk06wIJXLvofzSmD0uW3yObXMonRlPT5Ir9F4DVzTl6w/viewform?usp=sf_link

Jack Weaver Memorial Competition 

Jack Weaver Memorial Competition For Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass The 2023 Competition was held on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Calvary Lutheran Church in Silver Spring. Mark Pfannschmidt chaired the competition assisted by Carol Havelka. 2023 Competition Results Violin 1st Prize - $500 - Jing Fan, violin - Student …

Winter 2024 ASTA Certificate Advancement Program (ASTACAP)

Winter 2024 ASTACAP Exams Click here to register. The Winter ASTACAP Exams will be held in person on Sunday, February 25th at Temple Beth Ami in Rockville, MD.  Registration Deadline: Feb. 4, 2024 ASTA Certificate Advancement Program The ASTA Certificate Advancement Program (ASTACAP) seeks to establish definite goals and awards for students …

Alexander Technique with Cynthia Mauney

Sunday, March 10, 2:30-4:00 at Potter's Recital Hall 7711 Eastern Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912 Free for ASTA members! Register Here: AT Technique Workshop   We thank Potter's Fine Violins for sponsoring this event!

2024 Jack Weaver Memorial Competition

2024 Jack Weaver Memorial Competition For Violin, Viola and Cello 2024 Winners Registration Deadline: Sunday, March 3, 2024 Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024 Location: Calvary Lutheran Church, 9545 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910 NOTE: Parking on the grass next to the exit driveway is permitted, if needed. Registration Fees: $50 …

ASTA MD/DC and Young Artists of America Orchestra! Elevate Students’ Musical Journey!

ASTA MD/DC  Young Artists of America Orchestra Q & A Virtual Session Sunday April 14th 1:00-2:00 pm Register Here: Virtual Session Music Director Kristofer Sanz Young Artists of America Orchestra! Elevate Students' Musical Journey!  Performance & Q&A Session with Maestro Kris Sanz YAAOrchestra, led by conductor Kristofer Sanz is an award-winning …

Choppin’ Cellos

Washington Adventist University and the ASTA MD/DC chapter co-host "Choppin' Cellos" May 5th from 2:00 to 5:30 PM at the Peter's Music Center on WAU's campus in Takoma Park. This workshop is for intermediate to advanced players who want an introduction to the specialized techniques of Folk and Tango and …