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Homer OPUS

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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
    • #5782 (no title)
    • Supporter Spotlight

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Practice-a-thon Fundraiser
Homer OPUS October 16, 2026

Practice-a-thon Fundraiser

This Practice-a-thon supports loaner instruments for HYSOC members, fee waivers for anyone who needs it, and concert and program expenses.
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Violins in the Schools
Chapman Eagle Ensemble, Fireweed Frescoes, Homer OPUS, Paul Banks Preludes October 16, 2026

Violins in the Schools

Our K-2 program is off to a joy filled 2026-27 school year full of music! We are so proud to
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Cardboard Violins
Chapman Eagle Ensemble, Fireweed Frescoes, Homer OPUS, Paul Banks Preludes October 16, 2026

Cardboard Violins

OPUS kindergarteners at Chapman School, Fireweed Academy, and Paul Banks Elementary School made over 80 cardboard violins in September! Thank
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Organization & Program Highlights

  • Chapman Eagle Ensemble (15)
  • Fireweed Frescoes (11)
  • Homer OPUS (41)
  • HYSOC (13)
  • Paul Banks Preludes (10)

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

27October
The Raven: A Spooky Strings Concert
West Homer Elementary School Gym
23October
Fireweed Academy Harvest Fest
995 Soundview Ave Suite 2, Homer, AK, United States, Alaska 99603

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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