The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts (Charter Arts) Music Department will present its Winter 2025 Instrumental Concert on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 7 PM.
This concert will feature over 100 talented student musicians under the direction of Matthew Wells, Thomas Maher and Joseph Bucci.
The Charter Arts Wind Ensemble will be performing "Minnesota Portraits" by Pennsylvania-native, Sam Hazo. The Percussion Ensemble will showcase two strikingly contrasting works- "Starfall" and "Identity Crisis"- featuring some unexpected 'instruments'.
The Orchestra will present a blend of contemporary and nostalgic selections, including the ever popular, "Sleigh Ride", and the Guitar Ensemble will be featured in a special pre-recorded performance.
Tickets are $8-$14 and can be purchased online at CharterArts.org.
ABOUT THE CHARTER ARTS MUSIC DEPARTMENT::
The Charter Arts Music Department offers a rigorous music education taught by award-winning and accomplished faculty that develops students into well-rounded and professional musicians and vocalists.
The instrumental music curriculum includes classes in classical, jazz, and contemporary music styles while performing in large ensembles that include Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Latin Music Ensemble, Wind Ensemble and Contemporary Music Ensemble as well as small ensembles that include strings, guitar and percussion. Students enjoy individual and small setting technique classes with a music faculty member who specializes in their instrument. These specialists include bass (electric and upright), brass, guitar, percussion, piano, strings, and woodwinds.
The vocal music curriculum includes tracks in classical art song, musical theatre, and pop/contemporary that allow students to focus and hone their skills with one-on-one instruction by professional voice specialists. In addition, the Singer/Songwriter track includes Songwriting, Music Production and Contemporary Music Performance Practices.
Prospective students and families who are interested in learning more about the music program and the school are encouraged to schedule a tour or sign up for an upcoming Information Session. Details at CharterArts.org.
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