Music
District
Welcome to the Department of Music Page. Here you will find information about upcoming events, news and updates. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our staff information is listed to the right.
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Jazz Night Wednesday, April, 12, 7:00 PM in the HHS Auditorium featuring the HHS Jazz Lab, HHS Jazz Ensemble and special guests, The Worcester Jazz Orchestra. Admission is free. Donations may be made at the door.
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The Hopkinton Music Association is again sponsoring the 18th annual Hopkinton Community Summer Band.
The band is open to the greater Hopkinton Community ages 14 and up. If you played an instrument in the past or are currently playing an instrument, come and join us.
Rehearsals will be from 6:30 – 8:00 on Tuesday nights inside the High School Band room. The first rehearsal will be on Tuesday, June 20th and continue on the following Tuesdays through July 18th. There will also be one Thursday rehearsal on July 20. The band will perform on Sunday, July 23rd on the town common as part of the Summer Concert Series.
New this year, we will be performing on Sunday, July 30 at Polar Park in Worcester for the pre-game concert series. Special thanks to Eric Olafsen for helping make this performance happen
There is a $40.00 registration fee to help defray some of the costs of the summer band program.
Please click on the following link to register:
Hopkinton Community Summer Band Registration 2023
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MICCA Results!
Once again, HHS was one of the host sites for the 2023 Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association Concert Festival. Thirty five groups came to Hopkinton to take part in the festival. Our own groups did very well. Here are the results.
Friday
HMS 8th Grade Band-Silver
HHS Orchestra-Bronze
HHS Concert Band-Silver
Saturday
HMS 8th Grade Chorus-Silver
HMS Orchestra-Silver
HHS Chorus-Bronze
Congratulations to the students and their directors on a job well done. Special thank you to Karen Sylvester, Clorinda Creo-Krishy, the HMA, parent volunteers and student volunteers for helping make the festival run so smoothly over the three days. See you next year April 5-7, 2024.
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March 2023
****Update.......Due to the impending weather, the 7th and 8th Grade Orchestra and Band concert will be moved to Thursday, March 16 at 7 pm. Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe in the storm.*****
Keep an eye out for the weather. Our Middle School snow date is March 16th.
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March 2023
March is Music in Our Schools Month. Along with concerts, there are two productions by our HHS and HMS Drama Ensembles. Here is a list of the performances:
March 1 Jazz Ensemble at MAJE, Nipmuc HS 6pm
March 3 & 4 All State Music Festival, Westford Regency and Symphony Hall
March 9-11 The Women of Lockerbie presented by the HHS Drama Ensemble at HHS Auditorium
March 13 HMS 6th Grade Band and Orchestra Concert, 7pm, HMS Auditorium
March 14 HMS 7th and 8th Grade Band and Orchestra Concert, 7pm, HMS Auditrium
March 15 HMS 6-7-8 Chorus Concert, 7pm HMS Auditorium
March 21 HHS Band, Chorus, and Orchestra Concert, 7pm HHS Auditorium
March 23-25 Charlotte's Web presented by HMS Drama Ensemble, HMS Auditorium
March 25 MAJE State Finals, Norwood
March 31-April 2 MICCA Festival
Friday at HHS
HMS 8th Grade Band 3:00 pm
HHS Orchestra 7:30pm
HHS Concert Band 8:30pm
Saturday at HHS
HMS 8th Grade Orchestra 11:30 am
Saturday at Westborough HS
HMS 8th Grade Chorus 9:00 am
HHS Chorus 11:20, am
April 12 Jazz Night, 7pm, HHS Auditorium
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February 2023
Congratulations to Abigail Baskin, Cello and Adi Machiraju, Tuba, on being selected for the 69th Massachustees Music Educators All State Festival March 3 and 4 at the Westford Regency and Symphony Hall.
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February 2023
Congratulations to the following students who were selected to the 2023 CDMMEA Jr. District Festival
| Emily | Liu | 8 | Flute |
| Joshua | Kim | 8 | Clarinet |
| Thomas | Pan | 8 | Clarinet |
| May | Chen | 9 | Oboe |
| Pranav | LakkiReddy | 9 | Percussion |
| Noah | Martin | 9 | Bassoon |
| Ries | Amigud | 7 | Violin |
| Alexander | Luter | 7 | violin |
| Aritro | Chatterjee | 8 | Viola |
| Jackson | Chen | 8 | cello |
| Yulhee | Kwon | 8 | violin |
| Simrit | Kukreja | 9 | Cello |
| Leah | Hong | 9 | Cello |
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January 2023
IMPORTANT HOPKINS CONCERT SCHEDULE CHANGE!
There is a strong likelihood that this next winter storm will intensify during our 5th Grade Music Ensemble concert, originally scheduled for tomorrow evening.
We have determined that postponing the concert until our pre-planned and communicated "snow date" of this Thursday evening, January 26th, is most advisable for the safety of all participants. Thank you for understanding.
December 2022
HHS Jazz Lab, Jazz Ensemble and Concert Band 7 pm at the HHS Auditorium. Available overflow in the newly renovated HHS Library
HHS Chorus and Orchestra 7 pm in the HMS Auditorium. Please note, this is a change in venue for this performance.
November 2022
Dear Students and Families,
The Hopkinton Middle School Music Department is very excited about our upcoming December concerts! Due to the large number of students in our ensembles and anticipated audience numbers, we will be programming the groups in a different format this concert season. Our apologies for the change, however we feel this will have a positive impact on students. Please look at the list below so you will know when your child will be performing.
All concerts will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m, arrival times vary depending on the group and the director
Monday, December 12 Sixth Grade Band and Orchestra
Tuesday, December 13 Seventh and Eighth Grade Bands and Orchestras
Wednesday December 14 Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grade Choruses.
Students and Parents, please check Schoology for your ensemble arrival and warm up time. As always, concert attire is all black, ankle length.
We would also like to take a moment to welcome Mrs. Connor-Moen, who is filling in for Mrs. Nielsen. She recently retired from the Norwood Public Schools and is one of the finest choral educators in the state. Welcome!
We look forward to having the students perform for you next month.
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The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) All-National Honor Ensembles took place in National Harbor Maryland on November 5 and 6. Jordyn Ahlstrom-Hall representing HHS performed in the All-National Honor Mixed Choir with 239 students from around the US. Students are selected by audition to the National Ensemble after performance in their district or All-State music ensembles. The Mixed Choir was conducted by Frances Fonza, Visiting Director of Choral Activities at the University of Central Arkansas.
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Senior District Auditions will be held Saturday, November 19 at Milford HS. Students who registered should arrive at Milford HS by 8:15 AM for our 8:45 audition time.
High School
March 2023
March is Music in Our Schools Month. Along with concerts, there are two productions by our HHS and HMS Drama Ensembles. Here is a list of the performances:
March 1 Jazz Ensemble at MAJE, Nipmuc HS 6pm
March 3 & 4 All State Music Festival, Westford Regency and Symphony Hall
March 9-11 The Women of Lockerbie presented by the HHS Drama Ensemble at HHS Auditorium
March 13 HMS 6th Grade Band and Orchestra Concert, 7pm, HMS Auditorium
March 14 HMS 7th and 8th Grade Band and Orchestra Concert, 7pm, HMS Auditrium
March 15 HMS 6-7-8 Chorus Concert, 7pm HMS Auditorium
March 21 HHS Band, Chorus, and Orchestra Concert, 7pm HHS Auditorium
March 23-25 Charlotte's Web presented by HMS Drama Ensemble, HMS Auditorium
March 25 MAJE State Finals, Norwood
March 31-April 2 MICCA Festival
Friday at HHS
HMS 8th Grade Band 3:00 pm
HHS Orchestra 7:30pm
HHS Concert Band 8:30pm
Saturday at HHS
HMS 8th Grade Orchestra 11:30 am
Saturday at Westborough HS
HMS 8th Grade Chorus 9:00 am
HHS Chorus 11:20, am
April 12 Jazz Night, 7pm, HHS Auditorium
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February 2023
Congratulations to Abigail Baskin, Cello and Adi Machiraju, Tuba, on being selected for the 69th Massachustees Music Educators All State Festival March 3 and 4 at the Westford Regency and Symphony Hall.
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February 2023
Congratulations to the following students who were selected to the 2023 CDMMEA Jr. District Festival
| Emily | Liu | 8 | Flute |
| Joshua | Kim | 8 | Clarinet |
| Thomas | Pan | 8 | Clarinet |
| May | Chen | 9 | Oboe |
| Pranav | LakkiReddy | 9 | Percussion |
| Noah | Martin | 9 | Bassoon |
| Ries | Amigud | 7 | Violin |
| Alexander | Luter | 7 | violin |
| Aritro | Chatterjee | 8 | Viola |
| Jackson | Chen | 8 | cello |
| Yulhee | Kwon | 8 | violin |
| Simrit | Kukreja | 9 | Cello |
| Leah | Hong | 9 | Cello |
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Report Time for the HHS Band on Thanksgiving is 9:00am. Alumni are invited to play along.
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November 2022
The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) All-National Honor Ensembles took place in National Harbor Maryland on November 5 and 6. Jordyn Ahlstrom-Hall representing HHS performed in the All-National Honor Mixed Choir with 239 students from around the US. Students are selected by audition to the National Ensemble after performance in their district or All-State music ensembles. The Mixed Choir was conducted by Frances Fonza, Visiting Director of Choral Activities at the University of Central Arkansas.
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November 2022
Senior District Auditions will be held Saturday, November 19 at Milford HS. Students who registered should arrive at Milford HS by 8:15 AM for our 8:45 audition time.
Middle School
May 2023
HMS June Concert Series
Orchestra/Band/Chorus
Check your specific grade/ensemble for arrival and concert times.
All Concerts are at HMS
Tuesday, June 6: 6th Grade Band and Orchestra 6:30 pm, 7th Grade Band and Orchestra 7:30 pm
Wednesday, June 7th: 6th/7th Chorus 7:00 pm
Thursday, June 8th: 8th Grade Orchestra/Band/Chorus 7:00 pm
Concert dress is any color. Dresses/Skirts music be below the knee. Nice shorts and Polo shirts are a good option. Please remember you are up on stage. No sweats/athletic attire/ jeans please.
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March 2023
****Update.......Due to the impending weather, the 7th and 8th Grade Orchestra and Band concert will be moved to Thursday, March 16 at 7 pm. Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe in the storm.*****
Keep an eye out for the weather. Our snow date is March 16th.
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March 2023
Dr. Walter Pavasaris working with the 8th Grade Orchestra in preparation for their concert and the MICCA Festival. Thank you to the HMA for helping us bring in the world class teachers to work with our groups
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March 2023
March is Music in Our Schools Month. Along with concerts, there are two productions by our HHS and HMS Drama Ensembles. Here is a list of the performances:
March 1 Jazz Ensemble at MAJE, Nipmuc HS 6pm
March 3 & 4 All State Music Festival, Westford Regency and Symphony Hall
March 9-11 The Women of Lockerbie presented by the HHS Drama Ensemble at HHS Auditorium
March 13 HMS 6th Grade Band and Orchestra Concert, 7pm, HMS Auditorium
March 14 HMS 7th and 8th Grade Band and Orchestra Concert, 7pm, HMS Auditrium
March 15 HMS 6-7-8 Chorus Concert, 7pm HMS Auditorium
March 21 HHS Band, Chorus, and Orchestra Concert, 7pm HHS Auditorium
March 23-25 Charlotte's Web presented by HMS Drama Ensemble, HMS Auditorium
March 25 MAJE State Finals, Norwood
March 31-April 2 MICCA Festival
Friday at HHS
HMS 8th Grade Band 3:00 pm
HHS Orchestra 7:30pm
HHS Concert Band 8:30pm
Saturday at HHS
HMS 8th Grade Orchestra 11:30 am
Saturday at Westborough HS
HMS 8th Grade Chorus 9:00 am
HHS Chorus 11:20, am
April 12 Jazz Night, 7pm, HHS Auditorium
February 2023
Congratulations to the following sturdents who were selected to the 2023 CDMMEA Jr. District Festival
| Emily | Liu | 8 | Flute |
| Joshua | Kim | 8 | Clarinet |
| Thomas | Pan | 8 | Clarinet |
| May | Chen | 9 | Oboe |
| Pranav | LakkiReddy | 9 | Percussion |
| Noah | Martin | 9 | Bassoon |
| Ries | Amigud | 7 | Violin |
| Alexander | Luter | 7 | violin |
| Aritro | Chatterjee | 8 | Viola |
| Jackson | Chen | 8 | cello |
| Yulhee | Kwon | 8 | violin |
| Simrit | Kukreja | 9 | Cello |
| Leah | Hong | 9 | Cello |
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November 2022
Dear Students and Families,
The Hopkinton Middle School Music Department is very excited about our upcoming December concerts! Due to the large number of students in our ensembles and anticipated audience numbers, we will be programming the groups in a different format this concert season. Our apologies for the change, however we feel this will have a positive impact on students. Please look at the list below so you will know when your child will be performing.
All concerts will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m in the HMS Auditorium, arrival times vary depending on the group and the director.
Monday, December 12 Sixth Grade Band and Orchestra
Tuesday, December 13 Seventh and Eighth Grade Bands and Orchestras
Wednesday December 14 Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grade Choruses.
Students and Parents, please check Schoology for your ensemble arrival and warm up time. As always, concert attire is all black, ankle length.
We would also like to take a moment to welcome Mrs. Connor-Moen, who is filling in for Mrs. Nielsen. She recently retired from the Norwood Public Schools and is one of the finest choral educators in the state. Welcome!
We look forward to having the students perform for you next month.
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Jr District Registrations are due Friday, December 9. Please see your music teacher for details.
Elementary
IMPORTANT HOPKINS CONCERT SCHEDULE CHANGE!
There is a strong likelihood that this next winter storm will intensify during our 5th Grade Music Ensemble concert, originally scheduled for tomorrow evening.
We have determined that postponing the concert until our pre-planned and communicated "snow date" of this Thursday evening, January 26th, is most advisable for the safety of all participants. Thank you for understanding.
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September 2022
If you are renting and instrument from David French Music Co., please go directly to their website and follow the rental instruction.
The website is : https://www.davidfrenchmusic.com
Thank you.
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Contact Us
Craig Hay
Titles:
Music Teacher, District Music Department SML
Locations:
Hopkinton High School, District
Email:
Catherine Connor-Moen
Titles:
Intermittent Substitute Music Teacher
Locations:
Hopkinton Middle School
Email: