Listen to the interviews with local music education organizations from the KHFM Music Education Celebration that took place on Monday March 30th at the Explora Science Center and Children’s Museum of Albuquerque.
505 Suzuki Collective
KHFM host Alexis Corbin speaks with Vice President and faculty member of the 505 Suzuki Collective, Jessica Retana, about the education opportunities the 505 Suzuki Collective offers young string players.
The Albuquerque Philharmonic Orchestra
KHFM host Brent Stevens speaks with Concertmaster and Board Member of the Albuquerque Philharmonic Orchestra, Wendy Cieslak, about the interdisciplinary free performances the Albuquerque Philharmonic provides the community with.
Albuquerque Youth Symphony Programs
KHFM host Brent Stevens speaks with the Executive Director of the Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program (AYSP), Norlynn Price, about the variety of long standing ensemble programs AYPS offers youth.
Explora Science Center and Children’s Museum of Albuquerque
KHFM host Alexis Corbin speaks with Explora hosts Marina Philip and Tom Curtis about “Toddler Story Time,” “Music Explorer Camp,” and other fun science activities kids of all ages can find at the Explora Science Center.
Mariachi Herencia Atrisco Heritage Academy High School
KHFM host Alexis Corbin speaks with members of the Mariachi Herencia ensemble from Atrisco Heritage Academy High School about their experience being apart of this special Albuquerque ensemble.
Music Guild of New Mexico
KHFM host Brent Stevens speaks with Teresa Martinez, Co Vice President of Membership for The Music Guild of New Mexico (sponsor of the event) about the ways the Music Guild promotes music education throughout the state.
Roots & Wings Community Music School
KHFM host Brent Stevens speaks with Ready Set Violin camp director, Alissa Rieb, about camps and programs offered by Roots and Wings Community Music School.
University of New Mexico (UNM) Community Programs
KHFM host Alexis Corbin speaks with Director of the University of New Mexico Music Prep School, Aaron Jacobs, and Program Coordinator, Sean Umstead, about the music education opportunities community members of all ages can find at the UNM Music Prep School.
University of New Mexico (UNM) Music Department
KHFM host Brent Stevens speaks with Chair of the University of New Mexico Department of Music, Michael Hix, about the program offerings at UNM that help serve our music communities.
The New Mexico Philharmonic’s Young Musician Initiative
KHFM host Alexis Corbin speaks with the Program Director of The New Mexico Philharmonic’s Young Musician Initiative, Laurie Lopez, about what the Young Musician Initiative is and the communities they serve.
The Santa Fe Desert Chorale
KHFM host Alexis Corbin speaks with the Community Engagement Manager of the Santa Fe Desert Chorale, Heather Lacy, about the Chorale’s upcoming music education events in Albuquerque and Santa Fe.
University of New Mexico School of Music Graduate Brass Quintet
KHFM host Alexis Corbin speaks with trumpet player and Graduate Assistant from the University of New Mexico School of Music “Sandia Brass” Graduate Quintet, Sam Dickson, about his experience in the quintet and the outreach work the quintet does.