A letter from Valley Catholic Music School Director Beckie Hocker
Dear Music School Families,
Greetings from Valley Catholic Music School. At this busy time of year, there are many news stories and updates from our Music School:
Private Music Lessons: Registration is open all year and available to the entire public as well as Valley Catholic students. Contact the Music School office for scheduling information before registering. Visit the Music School homepage to learn more.
Music and Maryville: Thank you to Zora P. and Morgan T. for sharing their beautiful music with the residents at Maryville. These two students are being highlighted for an upcoming Spirit Magazine article. They are both truly dedicated to their music and we appreciate all of their hard work and commitment.
Valley Catholic Elementary School Open House: I would like to thank the following students who participated in sharing their talents during the VCES Open House on Sunday, Nov. 2. Everyone enjoyed hearing the music wafting through the hallways and it was a fun way to promote the Music School!
Daniela A., violin
Liam A., violin
Aaron C., piano
Keitra G., flute
Cassie E., piano
Allison K., harp
Karen K., piano
Seyon R., piano
Aiden S., p iano
Isabella X., violin
Music School Recitals: All recitals will be held in the Motherhouse ground floor Auditorium. Please remember the doors are always locked. Someone will be at the door to let you in. We look forward to sharing our music with you!
Monday, Nov. 11
Sr. Juliana Monti, Piano 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 14
Junko Gilliland, Piano 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Chris Swanson, Violin and Collin Heade, Cello 6 – 7 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 15
Henriet Fourie-Thompson, Voice and Piano 11 a.m. – Noon.
Misty Williams, Harp Noon – 12:30 p.m.
Anson Wright, Guitar and Eugene Howe, Violin 1 – 2 p.m.
Mila Bada, Piano 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Rebecca Schappert, Piano 4 – 5 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 16
Albert Palmeter, Piano 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Seung Min Oh, Piano 4 – 5 p.m.
Beckie Hocker, Flute 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Valley Catholic School Gala, Saturday, Nov. 8
Guests at the VCS Gala enjoyed special music brought to them by Valley Catholic Music School students: Kaiyan N., Guitar, Zora P., Piano and Morgan T., Flute. These accomplished musicians are VC Music School Scholarship Audition Winners.
Testimonials: We would love to hear about your experience with your instructor and the Music School. We appreciate any feedback you can provide and willingness to share on our website. Visit the Music School homepage and submit your testimonial at the bottom of the page. We appreciate your thoughtful consideration.
To learn more about VC Music School, visit ssmo.org/vcs/schools/music or follow us on Facebook and Instagram or email me directly.
Beckie Hocker, Director of VC Music School
Beckie Hocker, VC Music School Director
