Support local youth and their musical talents this Sunday, May 15 at The Allegheny Mountain String Orchestra and Small Ensemble concert at the Garth Newel Music Center at 3:00 p.m. Admission is free! You'll even hear a brand new work commissioned by the young composer, Brian Scarbrough.
The Allegheny Mountain String Project places emphasis on creative learning and the inclusion of American music in early development. They offer private lessons, ensembles and youth orchestra opportunities in Bath County, Highland County and Alleghany County with need-based scholarships and help with finding instruments. They are funded by the Alleghany Foundation, Bath County Arts Association, Highland County Arts Council , the Bolar Ruritan Club and private donations as well. Lessons and rehearsals are held at Garth Newel Music Center in Hot Springs, The Highland Center in Monterey, and the Clifton Forge School of the Arts.