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Homer OPUS is a nonprofit organization that delivers string-based music programs to youth ages kindergarten through 12th grade and adults in Homer, Alaska. We believe broad access to music education changes children's lives and transforms community.
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Homer OPUS
  • Homer OPUS
    • Mission and Vision
    • About Homer OPUS
    • Staff and Board
    • Latest News
  • Programs
    • Chapman Eagle Ensemble
    • Fireweed Frescoes
    • Paul Banks Preludes
    • HYSOC – Youth Orchestra
    • Codas – Adult Ensemble
  • Job Openings
  • Learning Resources
    • Violin Teachers in the Homer Area
    • Summer Camps
  • Events
  • Contact
  • Support Us
    • Donate
    • Supporter Spotlight

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Pre-Concert Mentoring
Homer OPUS, HYSOC April 6, 2025

Pre-Concert Mentoring

Several members of our adult Codas ensemble spent time with our violins-in-the-schools and after school students, providing mentorship, inspiration, and encouragement in preparation for the concert. Thank you David Clemens,
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Spreading Holiday Cheer
HYSOC December 8, 2024

Spreading Holiday Cheer

Thank to all who attended our Holiday Concert at the Nutcracker Faire on Sunday, December 8th.
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Congratulations to our Top Three Pledgers
HYSOC October 28, 2024

Congratulations to our Top Three Pledgers

Congratulations to our Top Three Pledgers in this year’s Practice-A-Thon fundraiser, Judah Klann (Codas), Rubis Gervais (Scherzos), and Lev Meyers (Overture Strings). Recognized during the Spooky Strings community concert, each
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3rd Annual Spooky Strings Concert 
HYSOC October 27, 2024

3rd Annual Spooky Strings Concert 

Thank you to everyone who helped to make this year’s 3rd annual Spooky Strings concert such a success! Directed by Abimael Melendez, students with Homer Youth String Orchestra Club, Violins
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HYSOC  Fall Semester is in Full Swing
HYSOC August 20, 2024

HYSOC Fall Semester is in Full Swing

We kicked it all off with a HYSOC party at Little Fireweed where String Instructor Abimael Melendez led young string players through several short pieces, visiting violinist Gretchen Grube introduced
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Play Together Apart
HYSOC August 23, 2020

Play Together Apart

After over two months of pandemic isolation the Homer youth orchestra met outside to make music together in a safe, physically distanced perfect circle.
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BLUE ICE the music video
HYSOC January 6, 2018

BLUE ICE the music video

Blue Ice, was released as a YouTube video by Johnny B, who composed the music specifically for HYSOC, recorded the group in his sound studio, and edited and produced the
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Organization & Program Highlights

  • Chapman Eagle Ensemble (10)
  • Fireweed Frescoes (7)
  • Homer OPUS (23)
  • HYSOC (7)
  • Paul Banks Preludes (5)

In the Press

Kids show off string skills in youth orchestra performance By Emilie Springer • May 4, 2023

Local music director, teacher, and performer nurtures Homer’s music scene By Christina Whiting • April 20, 2023

Fostering a lifelong love of music:’ violin program expands to Anchor Point students By Hope McKenney • October 28, 2022

Youth orchestra to bring the sounds of Halloween to costume concert By Jacob Dye • October 27, 2022

Young musicians release video of socially distanced project By Michael Armstrong • August 19, 2020

Low and Lower perform for Homer Youth String Orchestra Club By jlockwood • January 15, 2020

100 Women Who Care donates $10,000 to OPUS music program By Staff report Homer News • April 10, 2019

Young musicians record ‘Blue Ice’ at Grewingk Glacier By Michael Armstrong • October 12, 2017

Rhythm Future Quartet connects with students By Tara Hueper • April 20, 2017

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Events

10April
Sea of Strings
Mariner Theater
25February
Spaghetti Feed & Youth Music Fundraiser
Chapman Elementary School 34215 Sterling Hwy, Anchor Point, AK 99556

Contact Us

programmanager@homeropus.org
MAILING ADDRESS
355 W. Pioneer Avenue Ste.300
Homer, Alaska 99603

Homer OPUSHomer OPUS runs violins-in-the-schools programs in kindergarten through second grade classrooms at Paul Banks Elementary, Fireweed Academy, and Chapman  School, along with an after school string ensemble program that provides comprehensive string education through high school. OPUS is a grant- and donation-funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with programs made possible by volunteers.

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