This episode features an interview with Dr. Paul Bhasin of Emory University talking about his music journey and the benefits of involvement in music.

Dr. Paul Bhasin serves as Director of Orchestral Studies at Emory University. In this capacity, he conducts the Emory University Symphony Orchestra, Emory Youth Symphony Orchestra, and teaches conducting. Praised for his “crisp, clear” conducting and “highly expressive” interpretations, Bhasin’s career began when he won the Yamaha Young Performing Artist Competition in 1998. He has led a variety of university, academic, and professional ensembles throughout North America and abroad including recent performances at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, and throughout the People’s Republic of China.

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This episode captures student reactions from our trip to Kennesaw State University for their annual Orchestra Invitational event on October 29, 2021. Included are short samples from each orchestra --  Philharmonia, Sinfonia, and Symphony Strings. Part of the experience is having the opportunity to work with a guest clinician.  This year we were fortunate to work with Kirk Mosier, a nationally-known composer, conductor, and music educator. The students had a wonderful time and a great experience overall, including a fantastic lunch at the KSU Commons dining facility.  It was nice to travel and perform in such a wonderful space!!

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One of our community-building events has been our annual holiday gift exchange, but this year we decided to add another event - the SECRET PUMPKIN gift exchange.  It was a hit with our students -- listen to some of their reactions!

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This is a podcast recorded live during our "Bach To School" social.  It captures student excitement as we start the new year, together again! :-)

Episode 6, More senior reminiscing ft. Jonathan and Aryan

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Virtual LGPE Wrap-Up

Spring Pops Concert - LIVE!!

Missing Assignments

After nearly a year, the AHSO orchestras have finally been able to have large group rehearsals!! Currently preparing for Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE), the 5 orchestras have been divided into two ensembles, the first group consists of members from Concert, Philharmonia, and Sinfonia.  The second group is comprised of members from Symphony and Chamber.  

On February 18, 2021, we had our first large group rehearsal!  It felt great to be able to make music together and it was fantastic to see students socializing during breaks.  This podcast episode contains a few remarks from Dr. Laux, a few short samples from our "group 1" rehearsal, and some reactions from students afterward.

Here's to more music-making!

As we get closer to the end of the school year, join Joseph and Ava in recounting their favorite memories in the orchestra. Whether it be about classes during the pandemic, All-State, or leadership, these two have more than their fair share of stories to reminisce on.

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