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Posts from 2023
Everything we published in 2023, newest first.
December 6, 2023 · Events
Quest Labs with ECS
The first Quest Labs session with the Environmental Charter School was a success! Last month, we launched an intersession music production workshop with a cohort of ECS 8th…
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December 1, 2023 · Events
Winter Music Together Themes: Mixed-Age and Rhythm Kids
Mixed-Age Class Theme - Bells In the upcoming song collection, families will play with their voices by mimicking the sounds of instruments in the “French Folk Song,” and…
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November 8, 2023 · Events
Thanks for celebrating Spooky Season with us!
Halloween was a blast this year, and we couldn't have done it without you! We want to give a big shout-out to everyone who attended the Little Monsters Mash and Night of the…
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October 23, 2023 · Events
2023 Winter Recitals
Sign ups are now open for Sunburst's 2023 Winter recitals! Our recitals will take place in 16 sessions over the course of two weekends in December. Sessions are about 45 minutes…
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October 16, 2023 · Events
Fall Music Together Themes: Mixed-Age and Rhythm Kids
Join the Mixed-Age Class for the Bongos Song Collection this Fall! The songs include lots of upbeat, active songs like "See How I'm Jumping," our take on the timeless nursery…
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September 29, 2023 · Events
National Hispanic Heritage Month
As we dive headfirst into Hispanic Heritage Month, it's time to groove to the intoxicating beats of Latinx music and celebrate the incredible contributions of Latinx artists to…
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September 6, 2023 · Events
Meet Our Newest instructors
At Sunburst, we're dedicated to offering our students quality and consistent instruction. That's why we're excited to introduce you to our newest team members, the talented…
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August 8, 2023 · Events
Sunburst Plays: Legendary Women of Country
“Sunburst Plays,” the musical tribute series brought to you by the Sunburst staff, makes its glorious return. “Sunburst Plays: Legendary Women of Country”, the second installment…
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August 7, 2023 · Events
Saying Farewell to a Remarkable Journey: A Tribute to AndMore
As August arrives, we bid a bittersweet farewell to a band that has left an indelible mark on Sunburst School of Music and in the hearts of all who had the pleasure of witnessing…
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July 14, 2023 · Events
August 11th - Open Mic Night
Sunburst open mics continue! Sign up for the next one on Friday August 11th. Sign up by completing a quick form to secure your spot! There will be two sessions: 6:00pm - All ages…
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July 3, 2023 · Events
Best Wishes from Kaya!
My name is Kaya Giroux and I have been a Voice Instructor here at Sunburst for a little under a year. I was very scared at first because I had only ever taught a few people and…
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July 3, 2023 · Events
Meet Our Instructors: A Quick Q&A Session
Get ready to meet the incredible instructors at Sunburst School of Music! In this exclusive Q&A, we have the opportunity to delve into their musical world and learn more about…
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June 30, 2023 · Articles
2023 Beats & Loops Camp Playlist
Our 2023 Beats & Loops Camp is in the books and as always we have an amazing selection of tracks to share from our campers. Great job everyone!!
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June 9, 2023 · Events
Celebrating the Graduates of Sunburst
As the school year comes to a close, we take a moment to honor and celebrate the talented students who are graduating from high school and college at Sunburst School of Music.…
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May 10, 2023 · Events
Show Your Appreciation: Teacher Appreciation Week
At Sunburst, we believe that music is a universal language that brings people together, and our teachers play a crucial role in helping our students develop their skills and…
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May 5, 2023 · Events
May 18th - Future Roots Concert at The Lighthouse Project
The Sunburst House Band is scheduled to perform in the Future Roots Concert at the Homewood-Brushton YMCA on Thursday, May 18th at 6:30pm . Presented by the Lighthouse Project and…
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April 4, 2023 · Events
Apr 7th - Open Mic Night
Sunburst open mics are back! Sign up for the next one on Friday April 7th. Sign up by completing a quick form to secure your spot! There will be two sessions: 6:00pm - All ages…
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April 3, 2023 · Events
Hold Your Lesson Time This Summer
Introducing Summer Holds It’s hard to believe that summer is just a couple of short months away! We understand that summer plans can conflict with regular weekly lessons. To…
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April 3, 2023 · Events
April 8th - Bathtub Symphony at the Wheel Mill
Bathtub Symphony will be playing at The Wheel Mill at 6:30pm on Saturday, April 8th ! Come out and support this Sunburst band and maybe pull a wheelie while you’re at it!
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April 3, 2023 · Articles
Spring Showers Playlist
You know the saying “April showers bring May flowers..." Here are some songs to listen to on a rainy day with some touches of sunshine in the mix!
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April 2, 2023 · Events
July 21st & 28th - Sunburst Jams!
We’re excited to announce that Sunburst Jams will be held on the 3rd and 4th Friday of every month! These events are an opportunity for students to connect, play music together…
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April 1, 2023 · Events
May 20th - Sunburst Plays Motown
Mark your calendars on May 20th at 7pm for Sunburst Plays Motown ! This event will be the first of the Sunburst Plays concert series (dreamed up by our very own Kevin Lynch)…
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April 1, 2023 · Events
June 2–3rd - Spring Group Programs Concert
Attention band program students and parents: The Spring Group Programs Concert will be at Sunburst on June 2nd and 3rd! Our bands have been working on new songs for the last…
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March 31, 2023 · Events
June 4–16th - Spring Recitals
Summer is upon us, which means it's time for the annual Sunburst School of Music's Summer Recitals! As always, we're excited to provide our talented students with an opportunity…
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March 6, 2023 · Events
March Group Jam Sessions
Our monthly jam sessions are back, and this time around, we’ve added a session for students ages 10 and up ! These events are an opportunity for students to connect, play music…
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March 6, 2023 · Articles
Student Spotlight - Judy
This month’s student spotlight is….drum roll please…..our AMAZING drum student Judy Douglas! It was very cool to learn about her journey with music and what eventually brought her…
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March 6, 2023 · Articles
Women's History Month Playlist
March is Women’s History Month and we’re celebrating with all of the contributions women have made to music! Enjoy this playlist filled with women empowerment hits both old and…
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February 8, 2023 · Articles
Group Program Showcase Recap
The Group Programs Winter Concert at Mr. Smalls last month was a BLAST! We are so proud of the bands for putting themselves out there and playing a stellar show. Not only did the…
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February 8, 2023 · Articles
Playlist - Our Favorite Love Songs
Love is in the air and Sunburst, and what better way to spread the good vibes than with music! This month, we are sharing all of the songs that fill our hearts and make us feel…
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February 8, 2023 · Events
Feb 19 - Special House Band Audition for Guitar
Exciting news! We are holding an audition for a new guitarist to join the House Band on Sunday, February 19th at 4pm . The Sunburst House Band is made of hardworking and talented…
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February 8, 2023 · Articles
Student Spotlight - Imani S
This month, we would like to spotlight one of our voice students, Imani! She has been working with Casey for going on six years. You can read more about her music journey below.…
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January 12, 2023 · Articles
Meet the 2023 Sunburst House Band!
We're a little late, but join us in welcoming the 2023 Sunburst School of Music House Band. If you're not familiar, the House Band is an audition-only based band program that…
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January 1, 2023 · Events
Group Programs Winter Concert - January 21–22
The Group Programs Winter Concert will at the Mr. Smalls Funhouse on Saturday, January 21 and Sunday, January 22nd. The event will be split up into two days due to the long list…
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