ClassNotes is a non-profit chamber music ensemble dedicated to introducing young people to classical music. Founded by Sharon Roffman in 2006, ClassNotes specializes in creating and performing in-school workshops and residencies that culminate in public performances for students and the surrounding community. Musicians go directly into the classroom for one week, teaching a curriculum specifically tailored to each class, integrating musical and academic concepts using live musical examples and interactive exercises. The same musicians perform for the community at the end of each residency. By bringing musicians who are both articulate teachers and exemplary artists into classrooms and onto stages, ClassNotes seeks to inspire informed, engaged and enthusiastic new audiences.
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