Kidznotes Events
SouthernRanT Concert Fundraiser
Join us at the Grande Magnolia of Benson for a special concert fundraiser benefiting Kidznotes! The event will feature 4–5 local bands, including SouthernRanT, with Kidznotes students joining SouthernRanT for a special performance. Proceeds from the event will support Kidznotes’ tuition-free music education programs, and $1 from every beverage purchased will be donated to Kidznotes. Come enjoy an afternoon of live music, community, and support for young musicians!
Pioneers & Voyagers Hispanic Heritage Month Presentation
Join our Pioneers and Voyagers in a special presentation about Hispanic Heritage Month.
Nucleo Family Orientation
Kick the new school year off with a family orientation meeting, activities, and collecting the resources your student needs for class.
Crescendos & Connection: Meet the Team
Before the first rehearsal, let’s gather and connect. 🎶
Join us for Crescendos & Connection: Meet the Team on Thursday, August 27. We will welcome Sean Grier, our new Program Director, introduce new conductors and ensemble leaders Boyd Gibson and Donovan Polk, and reconnect with the returning faculty and staff who help our young musicians learn, grow, and find belonging through music.
Come ask questions, meet other Kidznotes families and friends, and hear about the exciting experiences and opportunities taking shape for the 2026-27 season. Whether Kidznotes is already part of your family or you are just getting to know us, you are welcome.
Current and prospective students and families, alumni, artists, educators, community partners, supporters, and neighbors are all invited. Bring a friend who should know Kidznotes and help us begin the new year together!
📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
⏰ 5:30-7:00 p.m.
📍 Community Family Life & Recreation Center at Lyon Park
Kidznotes Gala
Join us April 23, 2026, for our annual gala celebrating 15 years of Kidznotes.
Pioneers & Voyagers Open House and Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
See what our Nucleo students are studying in class and celebrate their progress. Get to know the Kidznotes community at the parent meeting and Hispanic Heritage Month activities.
Pitch Perfect Gala
Kidznotes proudly announces that renowned Emmy-nominated artist Ben Folds will be honored at the Pitch Perfect Evening Gala 2025. This special event, taking place on March 25, 2025, at The Rickhouse in downtown Durham, will celebrate Folds for his incredible talent, creative contributions to the music world, and significant impact on music education in North Carolina.
Ben Folds has been a trailblazer in the music industry, known for his dynamic career as a musician, composer, and philanthropist. Folds has championed music education, particularly for young people, inspiring countless individuals to pursue their passions and cultivate their talents. Kidznotes is proud to honor his legacy in music education and his commitment to empowering youth through the arts.
Event Details:
Date: March 25, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (VIP), 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Main Event)
Location: The Rickhouse, 609 Foster Street, Durham, NC
Tickets: Available here.
Live Virtual Auction Catalog and Bidding
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