GetClassical in School
The initiative's founder and artistic director, Ilona Oltuski, introduced hundreds of our students to incredible, professional musicians who performed for students in New York and online and held discussions over a variety of musical topics.
about
History
GetClassical In School is dedicated to introducing classical musicians directly into New York City classrooms, enriching students' educational experiences through immersive musical encounters.
Founded on the principles of music education benchmarks such as the National Arts Standard and NYC Blueprint, the initiative identifies and addresses crucial elements missing from classical music education in schools.
Misson
The mission at GetClassical In School is to bridge the gap between classical music and young audiences by providing engaging and educational interactions with professional musicians.
Through workshops, performances, and discussions, the initiative aims to inspire students, foster a deeper appreciation for classical music, and promote cultural enrichment within schools.
Approach
GetClassical In School takes a hands-on approach to music education, offering immersive and interactive workshops that cater to the needs and interests of each classroom.
By delving into music's history, compositional techniques, and emotive power, our workshops provide students with a deeper understanding and appreciation of classical music.
Through personal anecdotes, demonstrations, and discussions, our artists aim to inspire creativity, mutual respect, and healing through the universal language of music.
Artists
Under the guidance of our advisory board, comprised of esteemed musicians and educators, GetClassical In School collaborates with a diverse array of talented artists. These artists bring a wealth of professional experience, diverse musical repertoires, and a passion for music education to the classrooms they visit.
Some of our featured artists include:
Beau Kenyon —Composer and Founding Director, "The Oakley Collective for Arts + Culture"
Glenn Dicterow — Violinist, Former Concert Master of the New York Philharmonic
Gary Graffman — Pianist and Pedagogue, Former Director Curtis Institute of Music
Pierre Van Der Westhuizen — Director of the Irving S. Gilmore International Keyboard Festival and Awards
Rachel Shapiro — Chamber Musician, Educational Advocate for Arts Education NYC, Hallee Baldwin Award Senior Teaching Artist
Gerard Schwarz — Artistic and Music Director, Palm Beach Symphony, Distinguished Professor Of Music Jon Kimura Parker: Pianist, Artistic Director Honens International Piano Competition
Idith Zvi — Artistic Director Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Competition, Council Member Wolf Prize And many more esteemed artists who are passionate about sharing their talents and insights with the next generation of music enthusiasts.