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Upcoming Instrument Fittings
When classes aren’t in session, GCHFA offers a FREE event called an “Instrument Fitting” to help students find the perfect instrument for them and for families to learn more about our program. At the event, students can try out all of our instruments and listen to live demonstrations of each one. Choose a date, sign up, and get all your questions answered to see if GCHFA is the right “fit” for your family!
- Sun, May 05Sarasota Opera HouseMay 05, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PMSarasota Opera House, 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236, USASupport our students who achieved a spot in the Gulf Coast Honor Band by attending this fantastic concert!
- Thu, May 16Covenant Life ChurchMay 16, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMCovenant Life Church, 8490 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34238, USAStudents have the opportunity to see, hear, and try all of the instruments and find the right “fit” for them! We only have two, so don’t miss out!
- Multiple DatesMon, Jun 10Location is TBDJun 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation is TBDEnjoy a variety of musical activities tailored to your child! Divided by age group, instrument, and ability level, this week-long camp with a climactic concert at the end will give everyone something to appreciate!
- Multiple DatesMon, Jun 24Location is TBDJun 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PMLocation is TBDAre you looking to develop your drumming, bass, guitar, or piano skill in a jazz setting? Join us to dive deeper into various styles and become a more solid player!
- Mon, Aug 19Location is TBDAug 19, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMLocation is TBDStudents have the opportunity to see, hear, and try all of the instruments and find the right “fit” for them! We only have two, so don’t miss out!
- Tue, Apr 16Covenant Life ChurchApr 16, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMCovenant Life Church, 8490 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34238, USAJoin us for our year end concert, featuring movie music from our students in GCHFA!
- Sat, Apr 13Sarasota Farmers MarketApr 13, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMSarasota Farmers Market, N Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236, USAJoin Fusion as they play classic jazz at the Sarasota Farmers Market near The Mark Condominiums!
- Sat, Apr 06Venice Farmers MarketApr 06, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMVenice Farmers Market, at City Hall, 401 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285, USAJoin Fusion as they play classic jazz at the Venice Farmers Market located in downtown Historic Venice!
- Mon, Mar 25Covenant Life Church - SanctuaryMar 25, 2024, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PMCovenant Life Church - Sanctuary, 8490 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34238, USAAre you an experienced musician interested in joining GCHFA's top jazz band? Join us during the March Open House to learn more about what it means to be in Fusion. You'll learn about our gig schedule, audition requirements, expectations, and get your questions answered at this short event.
- Mon, Mar 25Covenant Life ChurchMar 25, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMCovenant Life Church, 8490 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34238, USAAre you interested in adding music education to your homeschool curriculum? Visit GCHFA during our FREE open house event to experience what your “Music Monday” could look like. Sign up to join!
- Sat, Mar 02Riverview High SchoolMar 02, 2024, 2:20 PMRiverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231, USASupport GCHFA’s Advanced Band as they perform for judges and earn a rating!
- Mon, Feb 12Venice High SchoolFeb 12, 2024, 4:20 PM – Feb 13, 2024, 5:30 PMVenice High School, 1 Indian Ave, Venice, FL 34285, USASupport Fusion as they participate in Jazz MPA for the first time ever!
- Mon, Jan 08Covenant Life ChurchJan 08, 2024, 10:00 AMCovenant Life Church, 8490 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34238, USA
- Sat, Dec 16Venice Farmer’s MarketDec 16, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMVenice Farmer’s Market, at City Hall, 401 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285, USAJoin Fusion at the Venice Farmer’s Market to hear some fun Christmas tunes and enjoy the great location of Historic Venice!
- Tue, Dec 12Bible Baptist ChurchDec 12, 2023, 6:30 PMBible Baptist Church, 2113 Morgan Johnson Rd, Bradenton, FL 34208, USAJoin us as our students perform for the community!
- Sat, Dec 09Murdock Baptist ChurchDec 09, 2023, 5:00 PMMurdock Baptist Church, 18375 Cochran Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USAEnjoy Christmas tunes from Fusion - GCHFA's showcase jazz band - at Murdock Baptist Church during their "Carols for Christmas" event.
- Tue, Nov 28Longboat Island ChapelNov 28, 2023, 6:00 PM – Nov 29, 2023, 6:00 PMLongboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228, USAEnjoy a beautiful evening of Christmas tunes performed by our very own GCHFA groups: Intermediate Orchestra, and Fusion!
- Thu, Nov 16SCF Neel Performing Arts CenterNov 16, 2023, 7:30 PMSCF Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207, USAEnjoy an amazing jazz concert from SCF's jazz program, featuring GCHFA's top jazz band, Fusion! Doors open at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased at the door or ahead of time at: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/neel-performing-arts-center/64e643a0d8fe017b41911573/tickets
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