Oakland Public Conservatory of Music

Oakland Public Conservatory of Music "Preservation Through Music Education"

04/15/2025

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Get ready for an incredible summer of music, art, and dance at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music’s Summer Music A...
04/11/2025

Get ready for an incredible summer of music, art, and dance at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music’s Summer Music Academy 2025! 🎶🌞🎨

Join us for four weeks of non-stop music-making adventures, featuring exciting activities like hip-hop studies, dance, DJing, spoken word, piano, flute/saxophone, vocal music, guitar, visual art, Zimbabwean marimbas, drumming, and unforgettable field trips!
🎹🎷🎤🎸🖌️

Send your kids to OPC this June and watch them flourish as they learn, grow, create, and experience the pure joy of making music with friends. Don’t let them miss out on this incredible opportunity! 🌟

Spread the word and bring your young superstars to OPC for an unforgettable summer filled with rhythm, creativity, and fun! ❤️🖤💚

Greetings friends!If you are in the Philly area, be sure to check out our Creatuve Education and Innovation Steward, the...
04/03/2025

Greetings friends!

If you are in the Philly area, be sure to check out our Creatuve Education and Innovation Steward, the inimitable PHER aka ChristoPHER Turner. Celebrating another inimitable vocal artist, Marvin Gaye

We love you, Pher!!!

Upscale Southern Fare & Philadelphia's Best Jazz Club

Drumroll, please! 🥁🎉 Save the date for an unforgettable ALL-AGES drum workshop with the amazing Justin Brown on April 15...
04/01/2025

Drumroll, please! 🥁🎉 Save the date for an unforgettable ALL-AGES drum workshop with the amazing Justin Brown on April 15th at 4:30 PM. Best part? It’s FREE for students 17 and under! Share, invite, and spread the word! 🌟

04/01/2025
Calling all music lovers and aspiring DJs! 🎶🙌 Join us TODAY at 5:30 PM for an unforgettable workshop with ’ very own  at...
03/31/2025

Calling all music lovers and aspiring DJs! 🎶🙌 Join us TODAY at 5:30 PM for an unforgettable workshop with ’ very own at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music!

Learn the art of DJing from a true master and explore the magic behind the music. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity, part of our Catch the Vibe Music Series! 🎧✨

Workshop link in our bio!! 🎟️

03/31/2025

See you soon Seattle! Excited to be partnering with my friends at The Rhapsody Project.

Teaching Resistance Through Music
April 12
1:00p-4:00p
King Street Station Floor 2, Back Classroom
Cost: Donations Suggested

This workshop and roundtable discussion will provide participants with an opportunity to discuss strategies that participants can use in increasingly hostile education settings to teach the history of resistance through music. Attendees will be invited to play along in a songshare and participate in a discussion with JD Lenoir (AKA Jesse Hagopian) , Dr. Juliana Cantarelli -Vita , and me.

03/28/2025

Up Next in the series.
Tix available at opcmusic.org.

"Preservation Through Music Education"

03/22/2025

Reminder that our second session of Black Banjo Zoom Workshops with BBFF banjo fellow starts next week!He is teaching two levels: Beginner and Beyond Beginner.Info and registration at www.OPCMusic.org

Join us on March 27th at 5:30 PM for another exhilarating Catch the Vibe music event at the Oakland Public Conservatory ...
03/19/2025

Join us on March 27th at 5:30 PM for another exhilarating Catch the Vibe music event at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music (OPC) with Afro-Peruvian percussionist Pierr Padilla Vasquez! Following the incredible community drum circle led by Etienne Charles, we’re thrilled to bring you another unforgettable experience featuring the captivating sounds of the cajón, an expressive instrument rooted in Peru’s African heritage.

Discover the cajón’s versatility as Pierr showcases its unique rhythms in various musical genres.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from a gifted musician dedicated to sharing his craft with the community. Students (17 y/o & under) attend for FREE, while general admission for adults is $20. Bring friends, family, and fellow music enthusiasts to OPC for a night of cultural exploration, exhilarating beats, and the infectious energy of our growing musical community.

About Pierr Padilla Vasquez:
A member of the esteemed Vásquez family, Pierr is a professional artist with a background in Peruvian performing arts. Having shared the stage with legendary artists like Victoria Santa Cruz and Jorge Drexler, Pierr now calls Oakland, CA home. As a committed educator, he teaches the rich traditions of Afro-Peruvian culture to students of all ages.

📅 March 27th, 5:30 PM
📍 Oakland Public Conservatory of Music
492 9th Street, Suite 906B
Oakland, CA 94607

Share the excitement and invite others to experience the vibrant sounds of Afro-Peruvian music with Pierr Padilla Vasquez! Let’s continue to celebrate and explore diverse music traditions together.

Up Next at our Catch the Vibe  workshop series. Tickets available at opcmusic.org.
03/18/2025

Up Next at our Catch the Vibe workshop series. Tickets available at opcmusic.org.

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music, art, and dance at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music’s Summer Musi...
03/18/2025

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music, art, and dance at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music’s Summer Music Academy 2025! 🎶🎨💃 Join us for four week-long sessions from June 2nd to June 27th, filled with exciting opportunities to learn, grow, and create.

Experience the joy of music-making with friends, both new and old, as you explore a variety of artistic disciplines. Our passionate instructors are eager to share their expertise and guide you on your creative journey. 🎺🎹🎨

To secure your spot in this amazing program, pre-register online today! (Link in our bio!) Spaces are limited, so don’t wait to embark on this incredible adventure.

Summer Music Academy Sessions:
June 2 - 6 - Summer Academy for Girls
June 9 - 13 - Summer Academy for Girls
June 16 - 20 - Summer Academy for Girls and Boys
June 23 - 27 - Summer Academy for Girls and Boys

Oakland Public Conservatory of Music
492 9th Street, Suite 906B
Oakland, CA 94607

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the OPC Summer Music Academy 2025! Share this post with fellow music and art enthusiasts, and get ready to make lifelong memories together.

03/16/2025

Drum circle with Catch the Vibe Series - OPC presents Etienne Charles

03/13/2025

Dr. Angela M. Wellman is an award-winning musician, scholar, educator, and activist. As a third-generation musician, Wellman has performed with many noted musicians, such as the McCoy Tyner Big Band, Joe Williams, and Dee Dee Bridgewater. She is a recipient of multiple local and national awards, inc...

🎺✨ OPC and SFJAZZ proudly present the Etienne Charles Workshop, a celebration of jazz, culture, and creativity! Join us ...
03/09/2025

🎺✨ OPC and SFJAZZ proudly present the Etienne Charles Workshop, a celebration of jazz, culture, and creativity! Join us on March 16th at 3:00 PM at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music. Great news – admission is FREE for students 17 years old and younger!

Dive into the captivating sounds of Etienne’s trumpet mastery as he shares his passion for blending traditional Caribbean music with modern jazz and drumming. Don’t miss the chance to be part of a one-of-a-kind drum circle, connecting with fellow music enthusiasts while creating magical rhythms together!

Bring your percussion and drum instruments to participate in this interactive and uplifting community jam session.

Etienne Charles’ workshop promises a memorable experience for music lovers of all ages, so mark your calendars and reserve your spot today!

🎹 Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the world of South African jazz! Join us on March 17th at 5:30 PM for Boka...
03/09/2025

🎹 Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the world of South African jazz! Join us on March 17th at 5:30 PM for Bokani Dyer’s “Talk & Community Jam” workshop at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music! 🎶

🌟 Immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of Bokani Dyer’s homeland as he shares his incredible talent and knowledge with us. Experience the magic of his captivating piano skills, infectious rhythms, and soul-stirring melodies. 🌍

Don’t miss this unique opportunity March 17th at OPC, 5:30 PM! 🎉

Show and ticket info in our bio!

🎶🌟 Catch the Vibe with Thembi Dunjana at Oakland Public Conservatory of Music’s Talk & Community Jam!Join us on March 3r...
02/27/2025

🎶🌟 Catch the Vibe with Thembi Dunjana at Oakland Public Conservatory of Music’s Talk & Community Jam!

Join us on March 3rd for an unforgettable experience with South African pianist sensation Thembi Dunjana! Dive into her unique blend of jazz influences during a captivating performance, enlightening Q&A, and engaging community jam session starting at 5:30 PM.

🎟️ Free for students 18 y/o and under, $20 General Admission
📍 Oakland Public Conservatory of Music, 492 9th St. Oakland, CA

Discover Thembi’s passion for music education as she shares her expertise, followed by an inclusive jam session for all. Open to all ages and skill levels!

Mark your calendars for this extraordinary event celebrating the rich musical heritage of the African Diaspora. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn from, connect with, and jam alongside the remarkable Thembi Dunjana!

For more info, tickets, and our full Catch the Vibe Music Series calendar, visit opcmusic.org or email [email protected]. See you there!

Address

492 9th Street, Suite 906B
Oakland, CA
94607

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

(510) 836-4649

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