K-12 Education Tours

 

Inspiring the Next Generation Through Music

Each year, Redfish Music Festival brings live chamber music directly into classrooms across Oregon's Southern Coast. Through engaging performances and interactive educational presentations, students experience the joy of live music while discovering the artistry, history, and creativity behind classical music.

For many students, these performances provide their first opportunity to hear professional musicians perform live, creating memorable experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

 

Music in the Classroom

Redfish Music Festival's K–12 Education Tours serve schools throughout Oregon's Southern Coast, from Reedsport to Brookings, bringing high-quality arts education to communities where access to live classical music is often limited.

Programs are tailored to each age group and combine live performance with interactive learning. Students experience chamber music performed by professional musicians while learning about string instruments, the stories behind the music, and the creative process through engaging demonstrations and conversation.

What Students Experience

  • Live Chamber Music

    Students experience the excitement of hearing professional chamber musicians perform live in their own school, creating an engaging and memorable introduction to the beauty of classical music.

  • Meet the Instruments

    Through demonstrations and discussion, students discover how the violin, viola, and cello produce sound, how they work together as an ensemble, and what makes each instrument unique.

  • Interactive Learning

    Every presentation encourages participation. Students are invited to ask questions, engage with the musicians, and learn directly from experienced performers in a welcoming and age-appropriate environment.

  • The Stories Behind the Music

    Students discover the stories, composers, history, and cultural influences behind each piece, gaining a deeper understanding of the music while exploring the creativity and expression that bring every performance to life.

  • Creativity & Inspiration

    By experiencing live performance up close, students see firsthand the dedication, teamwork, and creativity involved in becoming a musician, encouraging them to explore their own artistic interests.

  • A Lasting Appreciation for Music

    For many students, a Redfish performance is their first introduction to live classical music. Our goal is to spark curiosity, broaden cultural experiences, and inspire a lifelong appreciation for the performing arts.

Contact us.

Interested in bringing Redfish Music Festival to your school or organization? Contact us to learn more about our K–12 Education Tours, educational programs, and opportunities to partner with us in expanding access to arts education across Oregon's Southern Coast.