SoundWaves Port Chester

10/09/2026

Genesis started her musical journey as a piano student. Along the way, she discovered her true passion lies in playing the guitar! We love watching her grow and become more confident in her musical abilities. All thanks to her music teachers who taught her along the way: piano teachers Tyler Tyler Bauer, Teddy Teddy Holtman, Emilie Emilie Ward and guitar instructor Derek derekd1.

10/02/2026

Over the years, we watched Angel grow as a drummer, and now as a guitarist. His consistency and dedication shows whether he plays solo or alongside other students. Shoutout to his drum instructors Andrew Wang Andrew Wang and Dave Lewitt Dave Lewitt and guitar teacher Derek Delisle derekd1 for the guidance and inspiration. We are proud of you, Angel! Keep that beat going!

09/23/2026

We are thrilled to welcome all forty three students to another amazing semester!

Whether they are continuing their musical journey or learning an instrument for the first time, these young musicians will learn from our awesome and dedicated music instructors- Derek derekd1, Dave Dave Lewitt, Andrew Andrew Wang, Jagger Jagger Clark , and Sebastian Sebastian.

A special thank you to our community partner The Carver Center CarverCenter for providing us additional music space. Their support helps make it possible for us to bring the gift of music to the children of Port Chester.

Welcome back, SoundWaves! Let’s make more music and memories together!

09/14/2026

Alumni spotlight: Meet Riley Chapman Riley Chapman , SoundWaves Music former drum instructor (2021-2022).

09/04/2026

Evolett continues to develop her skills and confidence at the piano. Today’s flashback features some of the beautiful pieces she chose to learn and play at our recitals. We are proud of her and we can’t wait to see where her musical journey takes her next. Special mention and gratitude to her music instructors at SoundWaves who have taught and guided her: Jake Feuerstein, Andrew Wang, Anthony Dom , and derekd1.

08/26/2026

Alumni spotlight: Meet Chris Slagle Christopher Slagle, SoundWaves Music former guitar instructor (2021-2022).

08/21/2026

Take a look back at our guitar student Andy’s performances through the years. It has been incredible to watch him grow. A heartfelt thank you to his music instructors derekd1 Anthony Dom Andrew Wang who have helped shape his journey with SoundWaves.

08/13/2026

Highlights from our June recital. A reminder of just how much our students have accomplished and how far they’ve come. Stay tuned for our next recital!

08/10/2026

Our music camp just wrapped up five fun weeks of rhythm and creativity led by our amazing instructors Andrew Andrew Wang , Dave Dave Lewitt and rising student teacher Sebastian Sebastian

From djembes, boomwhackers, body and vocal percussion to song writing, our young musicians all worked together to play a song at the end of each week.

Our campers were lucky to welcome music educator Dr. Tom Zlabinger Tom Zlabinger who worked with the students on Total Eclipse of the Heart- an unforgettable experience for everyone!

Here’s to keeping the music going all year long. We cannot wait to welcome them back in the fall.

08/09/2026

Catch Jukebox Hero'z - A Tribute to Foreigner this Friday, August 14 at 7:30 PM at Lyon’s Park as part of the free Concerts in the Park in Port Chester. Here is the link to their event: https://facebook.com/events/s/port-chester-ny-lyon-park-free/1573065423774972/

+ Upcoming August Schedule at Lyon Park +

There are only 3 events remaining, for the free Concerts In The Park summer season. We always appreciate if the fans can click on the FB events and hit “interested” or “going” or “share”, to help spread the word!

1) Friday 08/14, the Jukebox Hero'z - A Tribute to Foreigner play from 7:30pm to 9:00pm at Lyon Park. This CT based band will be making their debut in Port Chester and it's also their 1st time playing in Westchester County overall.
Here’s the FB event -> Port Chester, NY - Lyon Park Free Concert Series (Jukebox Hero'z)

2) Friday 08/21, the First Class Band NY play from 7:30pm to 9:00pm at Lyon Park. This is the make-up date, for their concert that was rained out on Fri 08/07. Here’s the FB event, which has been updated with new 08/21 date -> First Class Dance Band - Free Concert

3) Saturday 08/29 is Port Chester Day 2026! from 12:00pm to 9:00pm at Lyon Park. Food trucks, Vendors, Kids Activities and live music all day. The headlining band SoulShine: An Allman Brothers Experience play from 7:30pm to 9:00pm, followed by Port Chester's 1st ever Drone Light Show.

Thank you for supporting and we hope to see everyone at Lyon Park!