From All-State Orchestra to the NMTA State Competition, our students have been busy performing within a variety of ensembles over the past month. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and achievements, congratulations to all! Middle School All-State Orchestra Cora Johnson violin · studio of Jesse Griggs Silas Reed violin · studio of Jessica Davis Kelly Tian violin · studio of Lisa Nielsen Alexandra Weber violin · studio of Melissa Holtmeier Isaac Davidson violin · studio of Kevin Tompkins Christopher Lee violin · studio of Ruth Meints Edward Zhang violin · studio of Ruth Meints Clara Sod ..read more

Happy holidays from all of us here at Omaha Conservatory of Music! During this season of gift giving, it can be hard to decide what to get the musician in your life. No worries – we got you covered! From performances to our group classes, here are just a few gift ideas are sure to please. OCoM Merchandise In addition to a select few items at the front desk, we have items for that special person on your list at our online store here! Record Players Vinyl is firmly back in fashion, so why not get your favorite music lover a record player? They come in several colors and styles to fit any aesth ..read more

Thank you to everyone who made this past weekend a spooky success! From games to listening to our zombie orchestra perform, we loved seeing hundreds of ghosts and goblins having a fang-tastic time. A special thank you to our partners Omaha Academy of Ballet and the Omaha Community Playhouse for their collaboration and amazing performances for this event. View event photos below! The post Photo Album: Cass Street Trick ‘R’ Treat 2023 appeared first on Omaha Conservatory of Music ..read more

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ve gathered a collection of Hispanic musicians, composers and conductors who simply do not get enough recognition. Read more about their achievements and listen to their work using the Spotify playlist link below. Happy listening! Hispanic Heritage Month – Spotify Playlist Teresa Carreño (December 22, 1853–June 12, 1917) Nicknamed “the Valkyrie of the Piano,” Carreño made her professional debut at the age of 8. Carreño performed for President Lincoln at the White House at the age of ten and underwent two world tours during her career. The Teresa C ..read more

Instrument purchase, rental and care can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be! Here is a list of trusted instrument vendors and repair shops! ⁠ General Rentals and Purchases Dietze Music (402) 333-1535 13015 W. Center Rd. Omaha, NE 68144 Schmitt Music (402) 391-5588 7355 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68144 Ground Floor Guitar (402) 614-6888 4009 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 Lidgett Music (712) 322-0200 150 W. Broadway Council Bluffs, IA 51503 Strings Rentals, Repairs and Maintenance Amesquita Violins (402) 551-0209 1029 N. 72nd St. Omaha, NE 68114 info@amesquitaviolins.com Nielsen Vio ..read more

From Itzhak Perlman to Lindsey Stirling, the violin’s popularity spans a variety of genres, from classical to pop and everything in between. With this versatility in mind, it’s the perfect instrument when introducing your child to a whole new world of music! Who can register for Violin Explorers? This group class is designed for students ages 4-8. No prior musical experience is required, but we do require a positive attitude and an enthusiasm to learn! Are instruments provided for this class? Yes! We provide violins for every student. What techniques and styles are taught within classes? Violi ..read more

In our digital age, it can be overwhelming to find the perfect tool to give your child the best foundation for a happy, healthy life. When searching online, it seems as if there are hundreds of different opinions about what is best for your little one’s early development. Here at OCoM, we want to create the perfect opportunity for children and their Caregivers to connect on an emotional level and establish skills that will aid them for the rest of their lives. Our Tuneful Tots group class helps to connect you with your young one through one of the best tools in early development – music! Who ..read more

Drums are some of the most versatile musical instruments. From bass drums to timpani, rock bands to philharmonics are known to use them in their ensembles. Learn more about these versatile instruments at OCoM in a welcoming group class! Who can register for Rhythm Explorers? We offer this group class to anyone ages 6-12 and 18+. No previous musical experience is required, but we do require a positive attitude and enthusiasm to learn! Are instruments provided for this class? Yes! We provide drums for every student. What techniques and styles are taught within classes? Students ages 6-12 will le ..read more

Learning a new instrument can be challenging – make it easier and more fun with our group classes! OCoM’s Keyboard Explorers group class introduces you to the basics of piano in a welcoming, low-stress environment. Who can register for Keyboard Explorers? This group class is designed for piano students ages 5+. No prior musical experience is required, but we do require a positive attitude and an enthusiasm to learn. Are instruments provided for this class? Yes! Classes will take place at our Keyboard Lab. For at-home practice, families are highly encouraged to have a piano or keyboard with at ..read more

In addition to our individual lessons we offer for a variety of instruments, Omaha Conservatory of Music is proud to offer group classes that allow students to learn a new instrument in a welcoming, low-stress environment. Our Ukulele Explorers class is ideal for beginners who want to strum along to their favorite hits, like Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Who can register for Ukulele Explorers? Offered for students ages 6–8, no musical experience is necessary – but we do require a positive attitude and an enthusiasm to learn. Are instruments provided for this class? Instruments for Ukulele Explor ..read more