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CELEBRATING ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH In a budding partnership with OCMD and @peterchuthis, there will be a virtual sharing premiere of the contemporary solo Tracing Rhythms, choreographed by Peter Chu. ... This dance work explores how internal rhythms strengthen us and play a vital role in enhancing peaceful connections amongst diverse communities. This work marks the beginning of a longer creative process for @peterchuthis that will span over the next three years, and eventually lead into a full-length evening entitled Rhythmic Identity. We are excited to partner and share this virtual premiere experience with our OCMD family! See more

Say hello to Doug Freeman! OCMD's CEO! Businessman, civic leader, and philanthropist -- but we here at OCMD, we know Doug by infectious smile and ability to make anyone around him laugh. In 2020 & 2016, Doug was on the Orange County Business Journal's list of the 500 Most Influential People in Orange County and continues to hold true to the title here at OCMD. ... We are so lucky to have Doug's leadership and dedication to our school. Give it up in the comments below for Doug!

Today OCMD's Founder, Charlie Zhang is being honored by the Asia Society as a Philanthropy Visionary Honoree! We are so fortunate to have such incredible leadership at our school. Congratulations Charlie! Give it up for Charlie in the comments below!

CALLING ALL PARENTS! Looking to get a taste of our little stars program at home? Sign up to get access to 3 weeks of FREE early childhood videos to experience with your child! Check out our EXCLUSIVE Free Little Stars Video Resources! We are so excited to give you a sneak peek into our Virtual Studio! ... Head over to the link in bio to sign up today! See more

STARTING MONDAY! Leap into spring classes this Monday! This 5-week class series is the perfect opportunity for your dancer to experience dance for the first time or maybe try something new! ... This short-term commitment is the perfect way to kick start your dancer's journey and add some excitement to their week. Visit the link https://ocmusicdance.asapconnected.com/#CourseGroupID=52408 to enroll today!

MUSIC FOR ALL AGES We are so lucky to provide music programs for all ages here at OCMD. Our summer camps are coming up soon and we can't wait to see all the excitement we can bring to summer! What are you most looking forward to this summer? Comment below!

NEW! Introductory Dance Workshops for Rising Stars Ages 3+ - https://mailchi.mp//new-introductory-dance-workshops-for-r

Fairmont continues to lead the way in providing innovative programs which allow students to pursue their dreams. Our Music and Dance Academy provides an opport...unity for students to pursue their passions in the performing arts AND receive an esteemed Fairmont education all during the course of their regular school day. "Students who have a drive for the performing arts will be able to concentrate more on their craft during a normal school day. Most performing arts programs are offered after school. This program will be offered during the normal school day, allowing them to be better performers and more well rounded people." We’ve partnered with OC Music & Dance to bring this unique opportunity to our 6th - 12th grade students. Check out our video preview of what the newest academy has to offer our #fairmontfamily AND! Read even more about the program in this week's blog - an interview with Director DJ Clovis: https://www.fairmontschools.com//a-deep-dive-into-fairmon/

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Check out this talented trio of OC Music & Dance students performing Amadeus Wolfgang Mozart at a recently livestreamed Out of the Box concert. Interested in learning a string instrument at OC Music & Dance? Learn more about private violin, cello, and viola lessons and enroll here: https://ocmusicdance.org//violin-cello-string-instrument-/

What a great performance by OCMD student, Adam! Adam took the stage during last week’s Out of the Box Student Concert Series to perform this piece by composer Johannes Brahms. Enroll in piano lessons today: https://ocmusicdance.org//piano-lessons-irvine-orange-cou/

OCMD Pre-College Dance students train in a diverse range of styles under the guidance and mentorship of experienced, caring faculty members who are experts in their dance field. In collaboration with Fairmont Schools, our Pre-College program is designed for college-bound dancers to train in a high caliber, intimate environment while gaining valuable performance experience. Weekly classes include Dance Wellness, Conditioning, Modern Dance, Ballet, Contemporary Jazz, Hip Hop, Special Studies, Professional Development, and more. Check out this video clip to learn more about the program and meet our dedicated faculty members!

We are grateful to our 35th anniversary sponsors Charlie Zhang and Ling Zhang who were honored as Outstanding Philanthropists at the 2018 National Philanthropy ...Day Awards. After arriving in the U.S. with only $20 and a clarinet, Charlie Zhang founded the Pick Up Stix restaurant chain. He and his wife have dedicated themselves to supporting organizations tied to the arts such as Pacific Symphony and the Bowers Museum. In 2016 they opened the doors to OC Music & Dance a nonprofit arts school for kids. We are grateful for their support of this year's anniversary awards program. You don't want to miss this virtual event on November 19th from 12 - 1pm...visit www.npdoc.org to register today! See more

We love to see students Tyson & Kaiya having fun in their Little Stars dance class with OC Music & Dance instructor, Sammi Waugh. Our Little Stars Early Childhood Program provides the opportunity for parents and children to bond through music and movement while preparing our youngest dancers for a lifetime of learning. Sign up for a free trial class today!... https://ocmusicdance.org/toddler-music-dance-classes/ See more

We’re accepting applications for the @fairmontschools and OCMD Pre-College Music Program! Intended for intermediate to advanced-level students grades 6-12, our Pre-College Music Program creates an environment for young musicians to learn and grow together as they attend classes and participate in ensembles. This program is ideal for student musicians who are seeking additional practice and class time in preparation for participation in events such as competitions, college auditions, and school concerts. The curriculum includes four core classes: Music Coaching, Music Skills Class, Ensemble, and Performance Class. Learn more about admissions guidelines and submit your video audition at ocmusicdance.org/pre-college-music-program/.

Feel the rhythm, move your feet, and TAP into your musicality with tap dance classes at OC Music & Dance! We offer in-studio and online tap classes for all levels and ages 7+. Learn more and enroll: https://ocmusicdance.org//tap-classes-lessons-irvine-oran/

Check out the latest clip from our OC Rising Star winner, Jeong-hyun Lim performing with Carlo Ponti's Los Angeles Virtuosi Orchestra concert.

OC Music & Dance welcomes Sammi Waugh to our Dance Faculty! A graduate of Chapman University College of Performing Arts BFA Dance Performance program, Sammi is passionate about dance education and has taught and created curriculum for private studios, community schools, and elementary schools across Southern California. We are thrilled to know that she will be sharing her love for movement and music with OCMD students as they grow into their artistry.... https://ocmusicdance.asapconnected.com/#FacultyDetail=100596

Calling all vets! Get your friends together for some good times and good music at OC Music & Dance. Operation Gig is FREE to members on active duty in the U.S. military, U.S. military veterans, and family members. All styles of music are welcome, and no auditions are necessary. Participants will be placed in ensembles of 4-10 musicians who will meet on-site or online for 90-minute rehearsals once per week. OCMD faculty will provide professional coaching as well as performanc...e opportunities in our Black Box Theater. Bring your instruments, your repertoire and get ready to make some music. Learn more and apply today: https://ocmusicdance.org/vets-music-program/ International Vet Center OC Veterans Service Office Strong Families, Strong Children Veterans Outreach OC Lady Veterans Project OC

Laguna residents are invited to attend an outdoor meeting, socially spaced, on Wednesday, October 14 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Catherine’s school. "An Irvine-based performing arts nonprofit is mulling the establishment of a conservatory at the shuttered St. Catherine of Siena Parish School in South Laguna. OC Music & Dance was alerted to Laguna Beach students’ need for additional performing arts classes and availability of a long-established campus that closed after the stay-at-hom...e order in March, the Nonprofit’s CEO Doug Freeman said. Sally Anne Sheridan, a former Irvine mayor who led the development of Irvine Barclay Theatre, approached Freeman with the idea." Read more for some wonderful news >>> https://www.lagunabeachindy.com/nonprofit-looking-at-close/

Join us at 2:00 pm this Saturday, October 10th for the first live-streamed performance in our new "Out of the Box" Student Concert Series! "Out of the Box" is a part of Saturdays at OCMD, a new concert series produced and live-streamed from OCMD's Black Box Theater. Each concert will showcase the talents of intermediate and advanced student instrumentalists and chamber groups. We invite friends, family, and the OC Music & Dance community to tune into the virtual broadcasts ...scheduled every other Saturday now through December 2020 at the link below: https://youtu.be/3qpWTahnjwE. Students interested in performing can visit our website to learn more about recital recording and application instructions.

OC Music & Dance invites dancers 17 years of age and older to Groove, Breathe, Create, and Jam with us! Our adult dance and movement classes promote physical health, cultivate wellness, and provide opportunities for connection in a safe and creative environment. Ideal for every fitness level, our classes take place on-site at our Irvine dance studio or online via Zoom. Enroll today!... https://ocmusicdance.org/adult-dance-classes-orange-county See more

OC Music & Dance is proud to offer professional audio recording services to our local Orange County community! With state-of-the art gear, high quality microphones, and industry standard software, our digital recording studio is fully equipped for a wide range of production, recording, mixing, and mastering services. To fill out an audio recording session request, visit:... https://ocmusicdance.org/video-audition-recording/ If you have any additional questions or concerns, reach out to us at [email protected].

Are you looking for a fun, energetic way to get back into the #swing of things? Trying to find a dance class that really packs a #penche? You can count on OC Music & Dance to help #pique the right dance class for you! Our Fundamentals of Jazz Dance and Beg/Int Jazz Dance classes build creative expression while developing rhythm, technique, and alignment. Students will be led through warm-up, stretching, and conditioning exercises, followed by exercises in the center of the f...loor and traveling across the floor. With distanced in-person and virtual options available, OCMD has the jazz dance class for you! Learn more and enroll: https://ocmusicdance.org//jazz-tap-dance-classes-irvine-o/

Don’t miss tomorrow’s LAV Virtual Rising Stars Orchestra Concert featuring performances from soloists Ian Park and Jeong-hyun Lim, Judges Award Winners of the 2019 Orange County Music & Dance School’s Rising Stars Piano Competition!! This season-opening performance will be streamed online from the stage of the Theatre Raymond Kabbaz and will be accessible to all ticket buyers for 24 hours beginning October 3rd at 8:00 p.m. Dedicated to reaffirming and advocating the study of music, the Los Angeles Virtuosi Orchestra will allocate all net ticket revenue towards the advancement and support of music education programs in its' partner schools. To view the concert program details and reserve your ticket, visit https://lavirtuosi.org/concerts/calendar/rising-stars1/.