SUNBURST BLOG

By Alex Stanton 13 Mar, 2024
Mixed-Age Class Theme - Triangle
06 Dec, 2023
The first Quest Labs session with the Environmental Charter School was a success! Last month, we launched an intersession music production workshop with a cohort of ECS 8th graders. The Quest Labs program at ECS aims to provide students with opportunities to develop industry-level skills in their areas of interest and collaborate with individuals in their community who have experience working in those fields. Our dedicated instructors, Charlie Scott and Daniel Hayashi, are doing just that! They spent the first day guiding the group through the fundamental aspects of production, covering drums and beat-making, the creation and utilization of basic loops, and navigating SoundTrap—the Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) that we used for the workshop. Even on the first day, this group showcased impressive creativity, leaving us eager to hear how their projects will evolve over the next few months. By the end, we plan to release a compilation of their projects, including original artwork! We hope that you’ll stay tuned for our next recap in the January Newsletter. In the meantime, check out the amazing photos that ECS graciously took for us!
Musicians Gift Guide
By Alex Stanton 05 Dec, 2023
The holidays are fast approaching and you’re trying to find the best gift for all of the amazing musicians in your family. There’s a lot of noise out there, but we at Sunburst are HEAR to help!
By Alex Stanton 01 Dec, 2023
Mixed-Age Class Theme - Bells
08 Nov, 2023
Halloween was a blast this year, and we couldn't have done it without you! We want to give a big shout-out to everyone who attended the Little Monsters Mash and Night of the Living Bands Halloween parties. We also can't forget those who fully embraced the Halloween spirit by wearing their costumes to lessons. There were so many fantastic costumes, and we were genuinely impressed by the creativity displayed this year. To wrap up this year's spooky season, we'd like to share our 2023 Halloween Album , allowing us to relive the fun once more before the winter holiday buzz begins!
By Alex Stanton 23 Oct, 2023
Sign ups are now open for Sunburst's 2023 Winter recitals! Our recitals will take place in 16 sessions over the course of two weekends in December. Sessions are about 45 minutes long and have 10–15 performers. Each teacher is assigned to 1–2 sessions. If the sessions assigned to your teacher don't work for you, get in touch with us here , you can still perform in another session or we may add sessions as needed. Students are welcome to perform anything they like, and can play solo, with their instructor, with a friend or family member, or to a backing track, anything goes! Talk to your instructor about how you'd like to perform. Friends and family members are welcome to attend, we ask students to try to keep it to no more than 4 additional guests. On Friday, December 8th from 7–9pm, we're hosting our Adults Only session! For these we just do one long session with as many performers as we have. We'll have a number of instructors on hand helping with sound, stage, etc. but not all of our instructors can be there. Adult students are also welcome to perform in any of the other sessions if they'd like to make sure their instructor is there to see or perform with them. The adult session is BYOB. Our recitals are free for students and guests but we also collect optional donation for the Sunburst Music Scholarship Fund , you can donate on site, or select the donation option when signing up.
By Alex Stanton 16 Oct, 2023
Join the Mixed-Age Class for the Bongos Song Collection this Fall!
29 Sep, 2023
As we dive headfirst into Hispanic Heritage Month, it's time to groove to the intoxicating beats of Latinx music and celebrate the incredible contributions of Latinx artists to the world of melody and rhythm.  One can't help but be mesmerized by the enchanting voice of the legendary Shakira, whose hips truly don't lie. This Colombian powerhouse has not only conquered the music scene but also our hearts. With hits like "Hips Don't Lie" and "Waka Waka," she's shown the world the beauty of blending diverse influences into a seamless musical experience. But let's not forget the iconic Selena Quintanilla, whose untimely departure didn't dim her star. Her Tejano music revolutionized the industry, breaking barriers and opening doors for future Latinx artists. Her legacy continues to shine through her timeless classics, reminding us all that music transcends language and culture. As we pay tribute to these incredible artists, let's remember the rich tapestry of Latinx music and the immense impact Latinx people have had on the global soundscape. Whether it's the fiery rhythms of salsa, the heart-wrenching ballads of ranchera, or the infectious energy of reggaeton, Latinx musicians have woven their stories into the very fabric of music, leaving an indelible mark for generations to come. So, this Hispanic Heritage Month, let's dance to the vibrant tunes, and honor the beautiful mosaic that is Latinx music. Here is our previous year’s Hispanic Heritage Month playlist . If there are any songs by Latinx artists that you’d like to share, tag us on social media with a link to your favorite Latin jams.
By Alex Stanton 06 Sep, 2023
At Sunburst, we're dedicated to offering our students quality and consistent instruction. That's why we're excited to introduce you to our newest team members, the talented teachers who have joined our family. Read their bios and schedule a trial lesson with them today!
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