Off the Hook Arts

09/03/2026

Registration is STILL OPEN for Chamber Music Academy!

Do you have an elementary, middle, or high school student who can read music? Our Chamber Music Academy (CMA) places students in small ensembles where they work closely with professional musicians to build strong musicianship skills, confidence, and connection with fellow young musicians.

And this fall, select CMA students will have the exciting opportunity to play alongside Bridget Law and Tierro Lee of Elephant Revival! 🎶

There’s still time to join us for a great season of making music together.

👉 Register now: https://offthehookarts.org/after-school-chamber-music/

08/27/2026

What is Chamber Music Academy?
Students in elementary, middle, and high school who read music will participate in small ensemble rehearsals led by professional coaches, building musical and collaborative skills in an interactive and supportive environment.

How do I apply?
Fill out the registration form using the QR code or website: offthehookarts.org
Registration is required, and a possible short videotape of your playing is requested if you are a new student to ensure you are placed with peers of equal ability.

Questions?
Please get in touch with [email protected] with questions about scholarships, donating instruments, or if you need more information.

08/26/2026

At Off the Hook Arts, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the magic of music.

08/19/2026

Music has the power to reshape and strengthen communities!

When young people have access to music and the arts, they can gain so much more than creative skills: they are able to find connection, confidence, belonging, and a place to grow.

Arts programs help form stronger, safer, and more connected communities by allowing young people the opportunities to build relationships and feel invested in the places they live.

Interested in contributing to or participating in music education? Visit the link in our bio to learn more!

08/17/2026

Little Larks: Music for Little Ones (Ages 0–5)

From birth to age 5, children are natural sponges soaking up information, pattern recognition, and social development. That's why starting September 15, 10 – 10:50am, at Plymouth Congregational Church, Off the Hook Arts (www.offthehookarts.org) is excited to introduce its newest program: Little Larks. This bilingual class is taught by Colombia native, Cathy Correa, and welcomes young children with their caregivers.

Grounded in the renowned Orff-Schulwerk approach, this weekly Tuesday morning class invites children and their grown-ups to explore music together through singing, movement, storytelling, imaginative play, and creative exploration. Families discover the joy of learning side by side through curiosity, play, and connection.

Registration and full class details can be found here: offthehookarts.org/littlelarks.

08/16/2026

Read Music? Check Out Our Chamber Music Academy!

Our Chamber Music Academy welcomes elementary, middle, and high school students who can read music. Placed in small ensemble groups, students are coached by professional musicians to develop strong musicianship skills in a tight-knit environment. This fall, select CMA students will even get the chance to play alongside acclaimed musicians Bridget Law and Tierro Lee from Elephant Revival.

Registration is open now at: https://loom.ly/CR76UIE

08/14/2026

We already knew how special Elise Wunder is, so it’s wonderful to see KRFC 88.9 FM recognize her as Artist of the Day. We feel incredibly lucky to have Elise as one of our instructors. Congratulations, Elise, on this well-deserved recognition!

🎤 Today’s Colorado Artist of the Day: ! 🎤

✨ Dive into the vibe - discover Elise Wunder’s unique sound and story!

Elise Wunder is a Fort Collins-based singer‑songwriter whose oak‑and‑leather voice carries a warm, grounded richness that feels instantly familiar. Beneath that steady foundation lies a surprising, explosive power - she’s a cannon and a paintbrush at once, shifting from delicate nuance to commanding force in a single breath.

KRFC’s Colorado Artist of the Day is brought to you by 💙

💬 Show your support! Drop a 🎶 or a 🙌 if Elise Wunder is on your playlist.

08/13/2026

Meet Cathy Correa Lopera, our new Little Larks teacher!

Cathy brings years of music education experience and Orff Schulwerk training to this playful music class for children ages 0–5 and their grown-ups. Expect singing, movement, drumming, and lots of opportunities to explore music together.

Curious to learn more about Cathy and Little Larks? Read our latest blog post: https://loom.ly/f6l8dRA

08/12/2026

Life gets busy, but the arts have always had a way of helping us pause, reflect, and feel inspired. 🎶

Nearly 70% of Americans say the arts lift them beyond the routines and stresses of everyday life. Whether it's a live concert, a painting, or a music lesson, the arts create moments of connection, joy, and hope that stay with us long after the experience is over.

That's the power of the arts, and that's why everyone deserves access to them!

08/09/2026

A new fall class for our littlest musicians! Meet Little Larks, a music class for children ages 0–5 and their grown-ups.

Rooted in the Orff-Schulwerk approach, Little Larks invites families to explore music through singing, movement, storytelling, imaginative play, and creative exploration. Together, children and their grown-ups discover the joy of making music while learning through curiosity, play, and meaningful connection.

As our bilingual teacher says, “Música para crecer juntos” — music to grow together. ❤️

Come sing, play, move, and create with us this fall!

Registration is open! Find full class details and sign up here: https://loom.ly/c3v_4o4