2026 Practice Challenge
This year’s Practice Challenge goes Star Wars, transforming daily practice into Jedi training for rising Younglings and Jedi Knights.
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Spring Showcase Details
Saturday, May 16 | 5:00PM - 6:15PM
Petoskey High School
1500 Hill St, Petoskey, MI 49770
What to Wear
Black pants, dress shoes, and DGSP blue polo (those who have one should bring it; those who don’t can pick one up at the concert).
Who is Performing
All DGSP students! Teachers have been preparing every student to perform
on this annual concert.
Arrival times for students
1:45PM
Who: Dorothy Gerber Youth Orchestra
Where: Lower-level gym entrance
2:25PM
Who: Junior Orchestra
Where: Upper-level gym entrance
2:55PM
Who: Intermediate Orchestra
Where: Upper-level gym entrance
3:10PM
Who: Beginner Orchestra
Where: Upper-level gym entrance
3:40PM
Who: Suzuki (Twinkle and above)
Where: Lower-level gym entrance
4:15PM
Who: Suzuki (Pre-Twinkle)
Where: Lower-level gym entrance
Arrival for Parents
Plan to arrive around 4:45PM through the Upper level gym entrance to find seats (general admission).
Food
A snack will be provided for students prior to the concert.
Questions?
Contact David at 616.828.8321 or dreimer@greatlakescfa.org.
Summer Programs
The Dorothy Gerber Strings Program offers engaging summer opportunities for students of all ages and skill levels.
Suzuki Program Information
The Suzuki method is a very unique way of learning music and it is different from the traditional method.
Instrument Rentals
Families are encouraged to rent an instrument rather than buy, especially if the student is not yet ready for a full-sized instrument.
Questions?
Please contact your teacher or Dr. Reimer for guidance.
