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WISHING YOU A MUSICAL 2018 – HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Celebrate 2018 with music lessons at Vivaldi Music Academy– an educational benefit for growing and developing minds, as a hobby for an instrument you wish to regain, or as a new challenge this coming year. Set your goals today by calling us at West U (713-858-9617) or Bellaire (832-404-2299)!

We are celebrating our two-year birthday at our Bellaire location that opened on January 13th 2016! How time flies and we are grateful to our Vivaldi family with over 1500 students enrolled for music lessons between our two locations. An exciting 2018 is on the horizon with our encore performance at the Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall,  faculty concert at Houston Baptist University benefiting the KnowAutism foundation, and so much more!)

In celebration of our five year anniversary in 2018, we are pleased to announce:

Vivaldi Music Academy’s

Encore Performance at the

Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall!

Thursday July 5th 2pm

Friday July 6th 8 pm

REGISTRATION BEGINS 8 AM SATURDAY JANUARY 13th FOR VIVALDI STUDENTS ONLY

(in person at one of our two locations or via phone or email). Recital spots will go quickly, so don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity!

West U: 3914 Gramercy St, Suite B            713-858-9617

Bellaire: 5305 Bissonnet St.                      832-404-2299

info@vivaldimusicacademy.com

Faculty Concert - Jan 26th

Friday, January 26th at 8pm
Houston Baptist University | Dunham Theater
(7502 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX 77074)
Please join us for an exciting evening of musical performances by our talented faculty, special guests, and Director Zeljko Pavlovic! Admission is free and open to the public; donations benefiting the KnowAutism foundation are encouraged and greatly appreciated at the door and during intermission. Free parking is also available across from the Morris Cultural Center.

Winter Recital banner - 2017

Congratulations to all of our students for a job well done at our Winter Recitals! We’re so proud of you and look forward to more upcoming performances!

January Vivaldi Seasons - Theme

Vivaldi Seasons, Early Childhood Music Program’s December Theme will share stories of the upcoming holidays, sing popular holiday tunes and learn about the Nutcracker! Read Vivaldi Seasons blog to learn more!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Thursday January 11th: Preschool Playhouse at Chick-Fil-A (Holcombe and Buffalo Speedway) at 9:30am

Saturday January 13th: Registration for Carnegie Hall performance July 2018 begins at 8 am

Friday January 26th: Faculty concert benefiting the KnowAutism Foundation at Houston Baptist University at 8 pm

Sunday, January 21st - 27th: Musical Ladder Testing

INSPIRE YOUR FRIENDS!

Refer your friends to the academy and receive a FREE LESSON! Your friends will receive a FREE registration. Vivaldi Seasons will receive a FREE class! (Up to $45 offer)

Happy Holidays from Vivaldi Music Academy | December Newsletter

Happy Holidays from Vivaldi Music Academy
Winter Recital banner - 2017

Vivaldi Music Academy will be holding our Student Winter Recitals at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music (Alice Pratt Brown Hall) on Saturday December 9th, Sunday December 10th, Saturday December 16th and Sunday December 17th. Don’t forget – family and friends are welcome to attend! We can’t wait to see all of our students perform!

Updated Parking Details:

The current parking lot for Shepherd School of Music (Alice Pratt Brown Hall) will be closed to prepare for construction site for a new music and opera building. The West Lot 2 has been designated for all Shepherd School of Music (Alice Pratt Brown Hall) events. The easiest way to access this lot is to enter campus from Entrance #18 off Rice Boulevard and then turn right at the parking gates to West Lot 2. For visitors with disabilities, accessible parking will be available at the south end of the lot.

A credit card will be required to pay for parking for West Lot 2. The fees for the use of these lots are $1 for each 30 minutes, with a $11 daily maximum.​

In celebration of our five year anniversary in 2018, we are pleased to announce:

Vivaldi Music Academy’s

Encore Performance at the

Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall!

Thursday July 5th 2pm

Friday July 6th 8 pm

REGISTRATION BEGINS 8 AM SATURDAY JANUARY 13th FOR VIVALDI STUDENTS ONLY

(in person at one of our two locations or via phone or email). Recital spots will go quickly, so don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity!

West U: 3914 Gramercy St, Suite B            713-858-9617

Bellaire: 5305 Bissonnet St.                      832-404-2299

info@vivaldimusicacademy.com

Vivaldi Season | Kids Music Classes at Vivaldi Music Academy
Vivaldi Seasons - December

Vivaldi Seasons, Early Childhood Music Program’s December Theme will share stories of the upcoming holidays, sing popular holiday tunes and learn about the Nutcracker! Read Vivaldi Seasons blog to learn more!

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We hope you will be able to help out our friends at the Know Autism Foundation this holiday season. The KNOWAutism Foundation provides direct financial assistance to families with children on the spectrum to help reduce the financial burden of diagnosis and therapeutic services. KNOWAutism also partners with other organizations to support community based programs that serve special needs students, promote awareness and early intervention, and provide a library of resources and referrals. Any contribution, big or small, is immensely appreciated!
If you would like to donate to the foundation please follow this link http://www.know-autism.org/donate.html
If you would like to be a part of the foundation’s Reach for the Stars Gala on February 22nd 2018 at the Briar Club, please follow this link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/knowautism-2018-reach-for-the-stars-gala-tickets-36286242127 or if you would like to donate an item for the auction, please follow this link http://www.know-autism.org/events.html
With your help, together we can transform lives, one child at a time.

Happy-Holiday-2017

Don’t forget – the Academy will be closed from Friday, Dec 22nd – Tuesday, Jan 2nd, 2018. Classes and lessons will resume Wednesday January 3rd 2018.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

December 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th: Student Winter Recitals at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music
December 22nd – Jan 2nd : Vivaldi Music Academy Closed for Winter Recess
January 13th – Registration for Carnegie Hall performance begins at 8 am for Vivaldi students only

INSPIRE YOUR FRIENDS!

Refer your friends to the academy and receive a FREE LESSON! Your friends will receive a FREE registration. Vivaldi Seasons will receive a FREE class! (Up to $45 offer)

Vivaldi goes to…Carnegie Hall | November Newsletter

Vivaldi goes to...Carnegie Hall | November Newsletter

In celebration of our five year anniversary in 2018, we are pleased to announce:

Vivaldi Music Academy's

Encore Performance at the

Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall!

Thursday July 5th 2pm
Friday July 6th 8 pm

REGISTRATION BEGINS 8 AM SATURDAY JANUARY 13th

(in person at one of our two locations or via phone or email for Vivaldi students only)

Students of all levels and ages are invited to take the stage for this once in a lifetime opportunity!

West U: 3914 Gramercy St, Suite B 713-858-9617

Bellaire: 5305 Bissonnet St. 832-404-2299

info@vivaldimusicacademy.com

Another round of applause for our awesome Vivaldi Children’s Choir and Strings groups on their performances at Hermann Park on October 28th! We loved seeing them make music in all their awesome costumes!

Hermann Park Performance with Vivaldi Strings
Hermann Park Performance - Vivaldi Voices
Halloween Contest at Vivaldi Music Academy

Whether they’re spooky, silly, or something else entirely, our students, staff, and faculty sure knew how to get in the Halloween spirit! Thanks to our Vivaldi kids for your fabulous entries! Congratulations Zoey R for winning the raffle and we hope you enjoy your iPic gift card!

Winter Recital - Rice University

Vivaldi Music Academy will be holding our Student Winter Recitals at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music on Saturday December 9th, Sunday December 10th, Saturday December 16th and Sunday December 17th. Participation in recitals boosts confidence, provides goals, and builds new skills for students! Please speak to your teachers to ensure you are ready to participate. A link to Sign-up genius was sent out to parents on October 27th for recital sign-up! If you did not receive the link, please make sure you have not unsubscribed from our mailing list.

Happy Thanksgiving Vivaldi Families

Don’t forget: Vivaldi Music Academy will be closed for Fall Recess Tuesday November 21st through Sunday November 26th. Classes and lessons will resume Monday November 27th.

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Don’t forget: Musical Ladder System testing November 27th-Dec 3rd. Earn your certificates and bracelets while tracking progress in a fun and motivating system for Vivaldi students!

Mark Your Calendars:

November 9th: Join us at Chick-Fil-A on Holcombe and Buffalo Speedway for our PreSchool PlayHouse at 9:30 am

November 26th: Sign up Genius for Winter Recital closes

Fall Recess: Tuesday November 21st through Sunday November 26th. Classes and lessons resume Monday November 27th.

Musical Ladder Testing: Monday, Nov 27th - Sunday, Dec 3rd

October Newsletter | Halloween Edition

#HoustonStrong

As we focus on recovering from the storm in the upcoming months, our thoughts and prayers are with all of our Vivaldi families affected by Harvey. Vivaldi Music Academy has distributed keyboards, instruments and music books to those who have lost them due to flooding. We are working hard towards bringing a sense of normalcy and routine to our Vivaldi children.
Together, we will rebuild!
#HoustonStrong #VivaldiStrong

Piano Lessons in Houston

October is the perfect month to begin fall music lessons.

Don’t miss your chance to join our phenomenal Academy with amazing teachers and performance opportunities. Call 713-858-9617 (West U) or 832-404-2299 (Bellaire) and ENROLL TODAY!

Show us your best, spookiest, funniest, outlandish, and cutest costumes from October 1st to November 1st. Share your photos with the hashtag #VivaldiHalloween on your social media or email us your pictures to info@vivaldimusicacademy.com.
Participants will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card!

Where will Vivaldi Music Academy go for our Summer 2018 performance??

Stay tuned for our big announcement in November!!

Hermann Park Halloween Performance

We can’t wait to see the Halloween performance of our Strings Group and Children’s Choir at Hermann Park on Saturday October 28th. Please come out to the Lake Plaza in Hermann Park at noon to view the performance and support our students!

Vivaldi Strings Performance Program - Group Violin
Vivaldi Strings - Vivaldi Music Academy - Hermann Park

August Newsletter – Back To School Edition

Back to School – August Newsletter

We’re celebrating Vivaldi Music Academy’s 4th birthday!

The Academy opened its doors to the first music lessons on August 7th, 2013. Thank you to all of our Vivaldi students, families, faculty and staff for joining us on this incredible musical journey and for dreaming big with us!

Vivaldi Music Academy 4th Birthday

Vivaldi Strings performs with The Piano Guys

Vivaldi strings students have been invited to perform with the renowned group the Piano Guys for the last two years. And we’ll be joining them on-stage again at the Revention Music Center on August 25th. Our strings students are working hard in rehearsals leading up to the concert!

The Piano Guys Banner
The Piano Guys Rehearsal
Houston Mom's Blog - Vivaldi Music Academy

We’re so excited to partner with Houston Moms Blog! This awesome article highlights our collaboration on back-to-school activities and ideas!

Back to School Ads - Vivaldi Music Academy

Enroll by Friday, August 18th and receive our BACK-TO-SCHOOL OFFER – FREE REGISTRATION (up to a $45 value)! Vivaldi Music Academy offers private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, violin, drums and more along with group classes in strings, guitar, choir and early childhood music development. Spots are going fast – call us at West University 713-858-9617 and Bellaire 832-404-2299 to ENROLL TODAY! www.vivaldimusicacademy.com

Vivaldi Seasons - August Theme

Being BOLD! We're so excited to be a finalist for the 2017 BOLD Awards for Greatest Business Growth! #vivaldimusicacademy #BOLD

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Zeljko and Alex Pavlovic


Check out this awesome article about our director, Zeljko Pavlovic in Voyage Houston Magazine! Learn all about Zeljko's journey, the founding of Vivaldi Music Academy, and what it means to dream big!

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The back to school season can be hectic. Sometimes simply getting back into the swing of things takes some preparation. Here are some easy tips to ease the transition!

Lock down your schedule

Most kids respond well to consistent schedules, so use a calendar to ensure everyone know what activities are expected each day. This includes both lessons and practice times! Also consider including a rewards system that will help make the connection from consistent practicing and hard work to beautiful musical results.

Set realistic expectations for practicing

Make sure everyone is on the same page! Younger children may need shorter practice times compared to older children. Also, if your child is overtired from school and other activities, try to reschedule a time when they are well-rested and enthusiastic for learning music.

Stay organized

Come to music lessons with all the essentials! If your child is especially forgetful, consider creating a checklist and posting it on the door.

Befriend your child’s music teacher

You are more than welcome to sit in on at least the first few lessons, which will help ease anxiety and also allows you to get a feel for their teaching style. Communication is key for everyone!

Don’t forget the practice journal

A practice journal can be an incredibly valuable tool, when both student and teacher are using it effectively. Sit down with your child and review the journal each week.

Upcoming events

August 25th: Vivaldi Strings performs with the Piano Guys at Revention Music Center

September 7th: Vivaldi Seasons Program presents Preschool Playhouse at Chick-Fil-A, Holcombe and Buffalo Speedway

September 12th: Vivaldi Music Academy hosts Musical Storytime at Barnes and Nobles

#VivaldiGoesToKennedyCenter | Adventures

Logo for Kennedy Center

On Friday June 23 2017, forty-three Vivaldi Music Academy students took the stage at the D.C. venue. The curtain went up at 7:30 sharp, when students, teachers, family, and friends were delighted in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

On behalf of the National Culture Center (to be come the Kennedy Center), 1962

“I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit."

IT ALL BEGAN ON REGISTRATION DAY

Registration for the recital opened at 9AM on January 21 at both VMA facilities. Recognizing the value of this opportunity, parents assembled outside the studios at 4AM to gain a position in line, and – in true rock-concert fashion - spots were filled in five minutes once doors opened.

Vivaldi Music Academy parents ready to register for The Kennedy Center
Kennedy Center Registration

Golden Invitations for our star performers were a hit with our students and families!

The Kennedy Center | Vivaldi Music Academy
The Kennedy Center Tickets
The Kennedy Center invitations
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Adventures in Washington D.C.

Our students had a fabulous time exploring the sights, sounds, and history of our nation's capital before recital day!

The Kennedy Center Adventures | Pre-Concert
VMA - Family - Washington
Student Adventures | Vivaldi Music Academy
Family meet with Congress lady
The Kennedy Center Adventures | Pre-Concert
Student Adventures | Vivaldi Music Academy
Family poses in Washington D.C.
The Kennedy Center Adventures | Pre-Concert
The Kennedy Center Adventures
Student Adventures | Vivaldi Music Academy

ARRIVING AT THE KENNEDY CENTER

Ready to go! Students and families arrived at the Kennedy Center for a few pre-concert pictures

The Kennedy Center Adventures | Vivaldi Music Academy
The Kennedy Center Adventures | Pre-Concert
Dhir Family at the Kennedy Center
Vivaldi Music Academy - The Kennedy Center
Family performing at the Kennedy Center

Vivaldi Music Academy takes the stage at 7:30pm sharp

with Director, Zeljko Pavlovic providing opening remarks

The evening featured solo performances in violin, piano, guitar, and voice, and highlighted a bluegrass instrumental ensemble. The event wasn’t complete without showcasing six of the Academy’s talented instructors, including Director Zeljko Pavlovic.

Giri and Uma Peters - Kennedy Center
Violin student takes the stage in Washington D.C.
The Kennedy Center Performance | Vivaldi Music Academy
Vivaldi Music Academy debuts at The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.
The Kennedy Center Performance | Vivaldi Music Academy
Vivaldi Music Academy debuts at The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.

"There is a connection, hard to explain logically but easy to feel between achievement in public life and progress in the arts"
- 1960 John F. Kennedy

July Newsletter 2017 | Kennedy Center Edition

Congratulations to all of our students for their amazing performances at the The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC this past month! It was so exciting for our students, faculty and Vivaldi families to experience a recital in our nation’s capital.

To learn more about Vivaldi Music Academy’s debut at the Kennedy Center, follow our hashtag #vivaldigoestoKennedyCenter on social media. Stay tuned for our next musical adventure in 2018!

The Kennedy Center Logo
Director Zeljko Pavlovic - Vivaldi Music Academy
Alex Pavlovic at The Kennedy Center
Voice student at the Kennedy Center
Vivaldi Music Academy debuts at The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.
Vivaldi Music Academy Voice student at the Kennedy Center
Giri and Uma Peters perform in Washington D.C.
Violin student takes the stage in Washington D.C.
Vivaldi Music Academy performs at Vivaldi Music Academy
Vivaldi Music Academy debuts at The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.

#VivaldiGoesToKennedyCenter

Musical Ladder System - Student Achievement Program

Don't forget - the next Musical Ladder assessment will be held
Sunday, July 23rd - Saturday, July 29th

NEXT ASSESSMENT WEEKS
Sun, Aug 27th - Sat. Sept 2nd
Sun, Sept 24th - Sat. Sept 30th
Sun, Oct 29th - Sat. Nov 4th
Mon, Nov 27th - Sun Dec 3rd

Musical Ladder Piano student

Join us at Chick-Fil-A for our preschool playhouse event!
Our wonderful Vivaldi Seasons teacher, Miss Sharon, will share a
sneak peak into our music program for young children -Vivaldi Seasons.

Vivaldi Seasons and Chick-fila

REFFERAL REWARDS

Refer a friend and receive a FREE lesson! Or refer a friend for Vivaldi Seasons, receive $10 off! And your friend will receive FREE REGISTRATION (up to $45 value)

Our summer recitals here in Houston were a huge success! Congratulations to everyone for their hard work and fabulous performances at Houston Baptist University’s Belin Chapel. We’re looking forward to our Winter Recitals December 2017 at Rice University!

Summer Recital for Vivaldi Music Academy students
Violin Lessons in Houston

We’re so proud of Alexa C. on her acceptance into the Houston Youth Symphony! Alexa is always working hard to achieve her musical goals with her teacher, Ms. Courtney, and is also an active violinist for the American Festival of the Arts (AFA).

We hope everyone had a safe and happy July 4th holiday!

4th of July - VMA

Mark Your Calendars!

Preschool Playhouse - Chick-fil-a, Buffalo Speedway/Holcombe
Thursday, July 13th at 9:30am

Musical Ladder Testing
Sunday, July 23rd - Saturday, July 29th

Vivalid Strings performs with The Piano Guys
Friday, August 25th - Details coming soon!

Marching into Spring | March Newsletter

Vivaldi Music Academy's March Newsletter

Dear Vivaldi Students and Families,

Vivaldi Music Academy is fast approaching 1400 students! I would like to thank all of you and our wonderful community for bringing us to the forefront of music education as the largest music school in Houston and one of the largest music schools in the United States. We have amazing performance opportunities for our students in the upcoming months including our John F Kennedy Center debut in Washington, D.C. Congratulations to all the Vivaldi students and parents who will embark on this incredible journey!

Zeljko Pavlovic, Director

Violin lessons, Cello Lessons, Guitar Lessons at Houston's premier Music School, Vivaldi Music Academy
Zeljko

1st Annual Young Musician’s Showcase

Twelve selected Vivaldi students will be showcasing their musical talents at our first annual Young Musician’s Showcase. Come celebrate their achievements at Houston Baptist University’s Belin Chapel on April 22nd. Admission is FREE and open to the public. Invite your friends and family!

Vivaldi Music Academy's Young Musician's Showcase
Early Childhood Music Classes goes to Chick-fil-a

Vivaldi Music Academy’s Seasons Program is partnering with our friends at Chick Fil A for a fun-filled musical adventure at 9:30 am on March 9th at their Holcombe and Buffalo Speedway location. Join us for the preschool playhouse as we laugh, sing, and dance to the first steps towards a life-long love for music!

Congratulations to our Vivaldi Strings and Choir groups for their awesome performances at the Children’s Museum of Houston! Their next performance will be at West University Elementary School’s Art Night on March 30th!

Vivaldi Strings performs at the Children's Museum

REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER 2017 JOHN F KENNEDY CENTER PERFORMANCE FILLED IN MINUTES!

On January 23rd, dedicated parents eagerly waited at our West U and Bellaire locations to reserve their spots for our Kennedy Center Debut this summer! Spots filled in minutes and we are excited to see everyone perform in Washington, D.C. on June 23rd!

Vivaldi Music Academy parents ready to register for The Kennedy Center
Vivaldi Rocks - Guitar performance class for students at Vivaldi Music Academy

VIVALDI ROCKS GROUP GUITAR PROGRAM STARTS IN MARCH!

Jam to your favorite tunes with our new group guitar glasses held on Saturdays at 3 pm starting March 25th at our Bellaire location! 

The Vivaldi Rocks group guitar program serves as the perfect complement to private lessons and prepares students to participate in various community performances and special events.

Vivaldi Group Guitar classes:

  • Reinforce what the student is learning in private lessons
  • Increase student motivation to practice
  • Promote self-sufficient musicianship as well as teamwork
  • Help students gain a greater understanding for advanced music concepts
  • Encourage students to explore new repertoire
  • Provide an opportunity for students to socialize and form friendships

Don’t miss out! Sign up today by calling us at 832-404-2299 – spots are going fast! 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS:

SPRING RECESS: Vivaldi Music Academy will be closed for Spring Recess March13th-17th.  Classes and lessons will resume Saturday, March 18th. No make-up classes will be required for the holidays.

Musical Ladder Testing: March 26th – April 1st

Musical Ladder System at Vivaldi Music Academy

SUMMER RECITALS: JUNE 3rd, 10th, and 17th at Houston Baptist University. Details coming soon!

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WEST U

3914 Gramercy St. Suite B
Houston, Texas 77025
713-858-9617

BELLAIRE

5305 Bissonnet St.
Bellaire, Texas 77401
832-404-2299

February News & Updates

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Join us at the Children’s Museum of Houston on Thursday Feb 23rd at 6:30 pm as our Vivaldi Strings and Choir class gather to perform for the Spotlight Performance series. Thursdays are also family night at the museum so admission is free!

Bringing our love of music to the community!

WUES International Fest - Voice and Violin

Our faculty members Josan, Emilio and Jenee participated in West University Elementary School’s International Festival on Thursday January 26th along with staff member Chardae – a fun time was had by all!

Vivaldi Seasons - Shares their love for Jazz this February

February the Vivaldi Seasons program is celebrating jazz and black history month! These fun-filled classes are for students ages 1- 6 years old! Every month, our teachers selected a theme related to the month! It will be full of jazz and history! Sign-up for a free preview today!

Sam T. win an iphone 7!

Winner of the iPhone7 Referral Contest is:

SAM T.

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We love music project!

Express your love for music, your teacher and Vivaldi Music Academy with art work of your choice! Submit your artwork throughout the month of February that shows your love for music and we will proudly display your work at our schools. Any medium is welcome, as long as it fits within 8.5” x 11” space. We are looking forward to seeing all of our students creativity!

Vivaldi Music Academy’s Practice Journals

We are proud to announce the Musical Ladder System developed by our director’s colleague, Mr Marty Fort. The system is used throughout the United States and Canada to help students keep track of their progress through a rewards system that kids will love. The first round of evaluations will be held the last week of March. You will also be able to communicate and gauge your child’s lesson with our practice journals available for purchase. Please talk to the front desk and your teachers so you can get started!

Faculty Concert!

Vivaldi Music Academy Faculty Recital 2017
Arsh and John – Voice and Piano teachers at Faculty Recital

Congratulations to our faculty on their wonderful performances at the Faculty Concert and thank you to all of our students and Vivaldi families who attended.