Jason Fettig

Frank Ticheli

TBD

Day One (April 26, 2026)

• Day 1 Collaborative Sessions: Prior to the event, each ensemble will be matched with 1 or 2 other similar ensembles (band with band, orchestra with orchestra, etc.) to form each honor ensemble (Honor Band, Honor Orchestra 1, Honor Orchestra 2, Honor Orchestra + Choir).

• Welcome Ceremony: To get started on the right foot, however, all participating ensembles will come together to enjoy a hardy Welcome Ceremony and some inspirational vibes from leadership expert, Fran Kick, as we Kickin' It Off with Fran.

• Perform for Each Other:  Prior to the first rehearsal of your combined ensemble, each individual ensemble will have the opportunity to perform for the other ensemble(s) in their designated honor ensemble to showcase their own rep and talent, while starting the process of cultivating a sense of unity and shared purpose.

• Mentorship by the Masters - Evaluations: During each group's individual performance for some of their peers, one of our esteemed Teaching Artists will prepare written evaluation notes for each Director to help elevate and enhance their ensemble's skills back home.  Time permitting, a brief onstage clinic will also take place for each performing ensemble.

• First Combined Rehearsal:  After a break for lunch, individual ensembles will combine into their designated honor ensemble, and meet up with their Conductor for an afternoon of exciting honor ensemble rehearsals.

• Cultural Exchanges: Throughout each day, participating performers will have the opportunity to engage in heartwarming exchanges with others fostering an environment of mutual learning and appreciation.

• Discover New York City: This evening the entire group can immerse themselves in the cultural and culinary delights of "the city that never sleeps," weaving sightseeing, group meals, broadway shows, and musical inspiration into a seamless experience.
  
  

• Day 2 Collaborative Sessions: The fun and excitement continues as participating ensembles break into sections for Sectionals, then come back together with their honor ensemble for the second rehearsal!

• Pen2Podium: To start the second day of the Harmony Honors Invitational, all performers will meet up for an engaging immersion into the world of composing from one of today's premier composers, Frank Ticheli.

• Mentorship by the Masters - Sectionals:  After the Pen2Podium workshop, participants will divide up for Sectionals.  Each Sectional will be led by one of our esteemed Teaching Artists (including the Conductors, and other high magnitude teachers like Catherine Birke, Joel Schut, Verena Mösenbichler-Bryant, and more).

• Second Combined Rehearsal:  After lunch, individual ensembles will again combine and meet with their Conductor for another afternoon of exciting honor ensemble rehearsals.

• Discover More New York City: The evening will again be free to explore the sights and sounds of "The Big Apple."
  

Carnegie Hall

Concert Performance...

• Principal Conductors: Jason Fettig, Kevin Noe, Frank Ticheli,
  

• Composer-in- Residence: Frank Ticheli

• The grand finale concert is set to be an unforgettable event featuring:

• Philharmonia Orchestra conducted by Kevin Noe

• Wind Symphony conducted by Frank Ticheli

• Symphony Band conducted by Jason Fettig

• Symphony Orchestra with Mass Honor Choir conducted by TBD