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The Hill Country Podcast

The Hill Country Podcast – Celebrating the Hill Country Youth Orchestras and the High Tea Event

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this area of Texas so unique. This week, Tom welcomes fellow Hill Country Youth Orchestra board member, Greg Shrader.

They discuss their shared passion for the youth orchestras and highlight their major annual fundraiser, the High Tea event, scheduled for December 6th at the Museum of Western Art. Greg shares insights into the significance and charm of the High Tea and its role in supporting the youth orchestra. He recounts its origins after Robert Earl Keen retired from performing benefit concerts. They also explore the impact of youth orchestras on students from grades K-12, including success stories of students advancing to prestigious institutions such as Interlochen and Juilliard. The episode concludes with information on how to support and get involved with the Hill Country Youth Orchestras.

Key highlights:

  • The High Tea Fundraiser: Origins and Importance
  • Musical Performances and Youth Orchestra Impact
  • The Venue: Museum of Western Art

Resources:

Hill Country Youth Orchestras

High Tea Fundraiser

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Hill Country Authors Podcast

Hill Country Artists Podcast

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The Hill Country Podcast

The Hill Country Podcast – Orchestrating Growth: Hill Country Youth Orchestras’ New Season

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this area of Texas so unique. This week, Tom welcomes back Mark Haufler and Pat Lee from the Hill Country Youth Orchestras to discuss the upcoming 2025-2026 season.

They all discuss preparations for the new academic year, including student auditions and orchestral placements. Pat highlights the various levels of orchestras at Kerrville and Boerne campuses, the music selections, and events lined up for the season. Mark discusses current and future fundraising initiatives, including the annual ‘High Tea’ event scheduled for December 6th and the efforts to expand their presence in Boerne. They also touch on the healing power of music, particularly in the aftermath of the July 4th flood. Lastly, the episode offers a glimpse into the planned fall concerts and end-of-year holiday celebrations.

Key highlights:

  • Starting the Academic Year
  • Student Enrollment and Orchestra Levels
  • Board Initiatives and Fundraising
  • Music as a Healing Process
  • Upcoming Fall Concerts

Resources:

Hill Country Youth Orchestras

Other Hill Country Focused Podcasts

Hill Country Authors Podcast

Hill Country Artists Podcast

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

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Nancy Huffman

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: October 19, 2024

Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to get a wrap up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events, which we will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Tom and Andrew are back to look at some of the things that caught their attention over the past week.

Stories Include:

  • Kerr County explores 391 Commission
  • Kerrville wins two top prizes for its Eclipse marketing
  • Doug Dawson will put on an art clinic
  • Kerrville Chamber of Commerce highlights city’s top businesses
  • Hill Country Youth Orchestra High Tea fundraiser

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Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

The Lead

Kerrville Daily Times

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: October 5, 2024

Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country.

Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to get a wrap up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events, which we will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Tom is back to look at some of the things that caught his attention over the past week.

Stories Include:

  • Welcome Home Fest at Quiet Valley Ranch
  • Kerrville Pets Alive with another adoption weekend
  • Controlled growth in Kerrville and Kerr County
  • Terror threats against Tivy HS and KISD
  • Hill Country Youth Orchestra High Tea fundraiser

Resources:

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

The Lead

Kerrville Daily Times

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The Hill Country Podcast

The Hill Country Podcast: Hill Country Youth Orchestras – A Musical Journey and Annual High Tea Fundraiser

Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas.

This week Tom welcomes Mark Haufler, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Hill Country Youth Orchestras and Patricia Lee, Executive Artistic Director.

The Hill Country Youth Orchestras been serving young musicians in the Hill Country area since 1987. Initially starting as a small organization in one town with just 50-60 students, it has grown to include three locations and ten orchestra levels, serving 150-220 students, tuition-free each year. The program, praised for fostering discipline and teamwork through music, has helped students flourish locally and internationally. Lee discusses her journey from conductor to director to Executive Artistic Director. Haufler shared his non-musical but passionate journey in supporting the organization. The conversation also highlights the orchestra’s breadth across different locations like Kerrville, Boerne, and Fredericksburg, each offering unique opportunities for student musicians.

They discussed the upcoming annual High Tea fundraiser at the Museum of Western Art on October 19. This unique event, famous in Kerr County, combines Western and English culture, featuring activities like bingo and showcasing student performances. Both Patricia and Mark highlight their enthusiasm for the event and encourage participation. The episode serves as both an insight into the cultural and educational impacts of the Hill Country Youth Orchestras and as a call to support their mission through the High Tea event.

Key Highlights:

  • History and Growth of Hill Country Youth Orchestras
  • Roles and Contributions of Key Members
  • Impact on Students and Community
  • Expansion to Other Locations
  • Annual High Tea Fundraiser

Resources:

Hill Country Youth Orchestra

High Tea Tickets

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Hill Country Authors Podcast

Hill Country Artists Podcast