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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.
director@homeropus.org
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
  • Learning Resources
    • Violin Teachers in the Homer Area
    • Summer Camps
  • Events
  • Contact
  • Support Us
    • Donate
    • Supporter Spotlight

Latest News

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K-2 Violins Cardboard Violins
Homer OPUS October 2, 2025

K-2 Violins Cardboard Violins

Congratulations to all our kindergarten students who started their violin journey by building their very own cardboard violin with their
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Introducing Dr. Elizabeth White
Homer OPUS September 4, 2025

Introducing Dr. Elizabeth White

Homer OPUS is excited to announce our new director, Dr. Elizabeth White. Elizabeth fell in love with strings when she
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Sea of Strings 2025
Homer OPUS April 22, 2025

Sea of Strings 2025

Homer OPUS would like to thank everyone who helped to make this year’s Sea of Strings concert such a success. 
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Organization & Program Highlights

  • Chapman Eagle Ensemble (10)
  • Fireweed Frescoes (7)
  • Homer OPUS (25)
  • 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

29October
Spooky Strings Concert
Homer High School Commons - 600 E Fairview Ave, Homer
17October
Harvest Fest – Fireweed Frescoes
West Homer Elementary Gymnasium - 995 Soundview Ave, Homer

Contact Us

director@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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