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MUSIC EDUCATION &

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

New West Symphony brings music education into the lives of young people in our
communities, from elementary school through college. Our programs are designed to
inspire passion for music through interactive live performances and engaging education
programs that enrich the lives of our young audience members.
New West Symphony sponsors the following education initiatives:

SYMPHONIC ADVENTURES – Nearly 5,000 3 through 5 th
rd
grade students in Ventura County attend interactive, fun and
informative concerts performed by the New West Symphony.

“MEET THE ARTIST” TALKS – Meet the Artists events are
LABY HARMONY PROJECT – Laby Harmony Project held a few days before concert weekends at University
uses music training to promote the healthy growth and Village Thousand Oaks, providing a unique ‘behind the
development of children. The program provides high scenes’ experience with Maestro Michael Christie and
quality tuition-free music instruction to children in grades our guest artists. These free intimate events showcase
K-12, currently serving more than 160 students in Ventura artist talents, insights and backgrounds. RSVP required.
year-round. By collaborating with students, families, and More info at newwestsymphony.org/meet-the-artists.
local partners, and together with our generous supporters,
we are building a stronger, healthier, and more musically
engaged community.
HEAR & NOW PRE-CONCERT TALKS – Insightful and informative,
our Hear & Now Live! Pre-concert talks will entertain and enlighten
you about the music and guest artists on the program. This lively
30-minute discussion led by passionate music expert David
SIDE-BY-SIDE PERFORMANCES Ravetch is free to ticket holders and takes place one hour prior to
Each year, dozens of student instrumentalists each performance.
from area high schools and universities perform
with New West Symphony professionals,
side-by-side, led by Michael Christie. LOW-COST CONCERT TICKETS FOR STUDENTS – Through our Connect! Club and VIP Family
Club programs, students ages 6-25 have an affordable opportunity to attend world-class
symphonic performances by the New West Symphony.

QUICK BOWMAN PIANO COMPETITION – New West Symphony holds a competition
to give youth and young adult pianists an opportunity to perform before local judges,
with prizes awarded for top performers in each age group. Created by Henry and DONATIONS ARE CRITICAL to the ongoing success of these
LaReine Quick in 1990, the competition culminates in a recital with competition winners free programs. Please consider making a donation today!
performing for the public.
Email Patricia Jones at pjones@newwestsymphony.org or call SCAN TO
805.435.2775 / 805.444.7781 for more information. DONATE
Donate online at newwestsymphony.org/support
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