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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