2026 Spring Trip to New York City

The Harrison Tour Orchestra will be traveling to New York City on March 26-29, 2026. An important part of a student’s Music Education includes cultural experiences and educational opportunities that will provide both personal and musical growth. We are making plans to travel to New York City in order to observe the New York Philharmonic, the oldest symphony orchestra in the United States founded in 1842, and is considered to be one of the world’s best symphony orchestras. In addition to observing their performance of Enigma Variations and the Bruch Violin Concerto, our Harrison Orchestra students will have the opportunity to participate in a workshop with a member of the New York Philharmonic. In addition, students will have the opportunity to experience and explore some of the great culture of New York City.

The Trip Includes:

        New York City, NY

• Depart on March 26^th for New York City. Return Saturday Night March 29^th.
• Workshop with a member of the New York Philharmonic
• Ticket to the New York Philharmonic – Performing Enigma Variations and the Bruch Violin Concerto
• Ticket to a Broadway Show
• Tour Lincoln Center Performing Arts
• Visit/explore the 9/11 Memorial Park, Trinity Church, The Wall Street Bull
• 3 Nights at the A-Loft Meadowlands hotel (Student rooms will consist of 4 per hotel room).
• Walking/Riding City Tour with Guide (Rockefeller Center, Central Park, 5^th Avenue, Grand Central Terminal, Chinatown)
• Admission to Summit One Vanderbilt
• Dinner at Johns Pizza, House of Joy, and Havannas
• Group Photo in Time Square
• Charter Transportation while in New York
• Roundtrip Airfare from Atlanta, GA to New York, NY
• Bus Transportation from Harrison HS to Atlanta Airport

Who is eligible to participate in the trip?
Any student enrolled in the full-year of orchestra class is eligible. Students must be currently active in the program when the trip occurs and must be in good standing with the school and organization. Should an incident occur deemed by the director severe enough that it warrants sending a student home, the parent/guardian is responsible for all transportation (including airfare) for the student and a chaperone.
NO REFUND will be given if a student is removed due to a Cobb County School Board policy being broken. This unique educational opportunity will be a memorable experience for all involved. Students must maintain exemplary grades and conduct throughout the school year to be permitted to participate in this event. It is imperative that the students maintain excellent discipline and grades throughout the year. Priority will be given by seniority and in the order payments are made. Enrichment Fees are expected to be paid prior to making trip payments.

How to Register:

Registration will open in order of seniority:
Monday 10/6 – Seniors
Tuesday 10/7 – Juniors 
Wednesday 10/8 – Sophomores
Thursday 10/9 – Freshman

Registration Link: https://superholiday.grcoll.co/v2/go/hhsorch30152-26

Overview of Trip

 

Harrison Orchestra All Parent Meeting 8/12/25

Location: Harrison Orchestra Room
Date: August 12, 2025
Time: 7:00pm

If you were not able to attend our All Parent Meeting, please see below for important orchestra information including: the Harrison Orchestra Boosters (HOB), enrichment fees, fundraising, uniforms, and events for the year.

Please see below for the information/PDFs:

Uniforms (Order ASAP) – Fall Concert is on September 16.

The turn-around time to receive the uniform can take up to 4 weeks so it is recommended to order the uniform as soon as possible in order to have time to make any alterations before the first concert. All students have a “Uniform Assignment” which will entail them wearing their full uniform with black shoes and holding their instrument in their correct playing posture. Please help them take their photo (on their device will work fine) and they should bring it to class for their uniform assignment. Hair should be pulled away from the face. Returning orchestra students should check the status of their uniform to ensure that they have located all parts of their uniform and to ensure that their uniform still fits. Information on How to Order the uniform (and specific parts) can be found below. Once your uniform arrives, please have your student try it on and move in it as though they are playing their instrument. It may need to be adjusted/hemmed by a tailor.

Shoes/Undergarments: All students should wear appropriate black undergarments under their uniform. Black, closed toed dress shoes and long black socks are the standard uniform. Black, close toed flats are highly recommended for the ladies.

Tuxedo Order Form Formal Gown Order Form 

 

Enrichment Fees

Enrichment Fees are a huge portion of enriching our orchestra students and support our student’s education for orchestra camp, regular sectional coaches (violin, viola, cello, bass) who come and work with our students to give our students a smaller teacher to student ratio and much more.
Details about Orchestra Enrichment Fees and how to pay can be found here: https://harrisonorchestra.org/enrichment-fees/

Promotional Items included if paid by 8/31/25!

Pay Enrichment Fee

 

CutTime

Although we will be using CTLS for class information, the Harrison Orchestra Boosters will be using a management system called CutTime in order to communicate with families as needed. CutTime also allow you to see financial information regarding fundraisers and status updates on any orchestra related fees.More info about CutTime: https://harrisonorchestra.org/cuttime/

For those new to Harrison, please fill out this form so that we can get our data base updated with your correct contact information:
Update Parent Info

 

Fall Orchestra Camp

The Fall Orchestra Camp will take place on August 15-16, 2025.
See our detailed schedule here:
Fall Camp Schedule

All students are expected to attend as this is an important weekend of growth for our orchestras as we bring in several professional clinicians to work with our students. The HOB will provide pizza on Friday evening. For Saturday, we will need snack donations as the students will have a mid-morning snack. Bananas and prepackaged snacks such as granola bars with NO nuts would be greatly appreciated! Students should plan on bringing their own sack lunch for Saturday.

 

Volunteers & Help Needed for Fall Orchestra Camp!

Harrison String Conservatory

We highly encourage taking private lessons as students are able to grow at a faster rate with one-on-one instruction. The HOB has created a private lesson program as a convenience for students to take private lessons after school on campus. More details can be found here: https://harrisonorchestra.org/lessons

 

Orchestra Calendar

You can download the Orchestra Calendar on CTLS under the “class board” or click below:
25-26 Orchestra Calendar

 

The Harrison Orchestra Boosters (HOB)

The Harrison Orchestra Boosters (HOB) are made up of all parents who have a current student in the Harrison Orchestra program. Orchestra parents are part of the Harrison Orchestra Boosters through your child’s participation in the Harrison Orchestra. The HOB Executive Board is a small group of wonderful parent volunteers who help with the logistics and operations of our Harrison Orchestra Boosters.
The HOB Executive Board:
President: Karen Widner  ~ president@harrisonorchestra.org
Vice President: Michelle Holland ~ vp@harrisonorchestra.org
Conservatory Administrator: Michelle Holland ~ conservatory@harrisonorchestra.org
Co-Treasurers: Ginger Frazier & Adam Kiernan ~ treasurer@harrisonorchestra.org
Secretary: Kari Larsen ~ secretary@harrisonorchestra.org

 

Spring Trip 2026

We have 2 great options for traveling in March 2026.
Option 1: Orlando, Florida to Universal Studios – Performance on the City Walk (Approx. $1250)
Option 2: New York City, New York to see the New York Philharmonic and participate in a workshop with a member from the New York Philharmonic (Approx. $1850)

Please let us know your preference below:

Option 1: New York City Itinerary (Draft)
Option 2: Orlando Universal Studios (Draft)

If you would like your child to travel with the orchestra, let us know below (Complete by 8/15):
Spring Trip 2026: NYC or Orlando?

 

 

 

 

2025 Orchestra Banquet – May 9 @ 5:30PM

The Harrison Orchestra banquet will take place at Burnt Hickory Baptist Church on May 9, 2024 @ 5:30pm.

The annual Spring Orchestra Banquet is a special event for all students and families as we celebrate the year and recognize student achievements with an awards ceremony, dinner, and recognition of our senior class.
The banquet will include dinner which will be catered by Burnt Hickory Baptist Church.

Price for Dinner

The price per person is:
$  0 Harrison Orchestra Senior 
$11 Student/Child Meal (Children 10 and under + Harrison Orchestra Students – subsidized by enrichment fees)
$22 Adult Meal (11 and older)
$  0 No Meal. Attendance Only.

Reserve Your Spot here: Harrison Orchestra Banquet RSVP

All orchestra students and their families are invited to attend this special year-end celebration!

 

Questions?  Email: president@harrisonorchestra.org

 

The Harrison Chamber Orchestra will perform on Friday March 14 at 5:30pm in The Palladium at Carmel, IN. 

Click to livestream the performance here at 5:30pm EST: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEeP-pF5zQM

Orchestra America National Festival Performances Center for the Performing Arts – The Palladium 8:00 AM – Noblesville High School Symphony Orchestra, IN 9:00 AM – Herbert Hoover Middle School Advanced Orchestra, MD 10:00 AM – Lake Travis Middle School Philharmonic Orchestra, TX 11:00 AM – Kleb Intermediate Chamber Orchestra, TX 12:00 PM – Three Rivers Young Peoples Orchestra Symphonette, PA 2:30 PM – Lakewood High School Chamber Orchestra, CO 3:30 PM – Newbury Park High School Chamber Orchestra, CA 4:30 PM – Hanford High School Premier Strings, WA 5:30 PM – Harrison High School Chamber Orchestra, GA All times Eastern The 2025 Music for All National Festival, presented by Yamaha, will take place Thursday-Saturday, March 13-15 in Indianapolis, with outstanding high school and middle school instrumental ensembles in concert. Congratulations to the ensembles invited to perform at the 2025 Festival! All 2025 concerts will be livestreamed at no cost to viewers by BOX5 Media on box5tv.com. Directors: concerts are all day Friday – share them in your classrooms with your students! Enjoy some of the finest high school concert bands, orchestras, percussion ensembles, and chamber ensembles – all livestreamed along with the national Honor Band of America and Jazz Band of America concerts.

More information about the Music for All National Concert Festival Live Stream: https://festival.musicforall.org/2025-festival-livestream-and-video/

 

Location: Harrison Orchestra Room
Date/Time: January 14, 2025 @ 7pm

The All Parent Booster Meeting on January 4 covered orchestra information including: the Harrison Orchestra Boosters (HOB), enrichment fees, an updated budget, and calendar highlights for the spring semester.

If you were not able to attend the meeting or were not able to get a hard copy of all of the documents at the meeting, please see below for the information/PDFs:

Enrichment Fees

Details about Orchestra Enrichment Fees and how to pay can be found below. If you aren’t sure if you’ve already made a payment, click “Check Payment Status” below.

Pay Spring Enrichment Fees

Check Payment Status

CutTime

Although we will be using CTLS for class information, the Harrison Orchestra Boosters will be using a management system called CutTime in order to communicate with families as needed. CutTime allows you to see financial information regarding fundraisers and status updates on enrichment fees and all orchestra related fees. All students are already registered in CutTime. If you would like to check the status of your orchestra related fees, click here: https://app.gocuttime.com/guardian/resend-magic-link

Possible Trip Opportunities

Orchestra Calendar

You can download the:

Spring Orchestra Calendar

Volunteers & Help Needed!

The Harrison Orchestra Boosters would love to have you join us in Helping Orchestra Youth Achieve Success! We will be hosting the annual Large Group Performance Evaluations (LGPE) at Harrison this year and will need many parent volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering for LGPE or potential other orchestra events, please send an email to: president@harrisonorchestra.org. 

Harrison String Conservatory

We highly encourage taking private lessons as students are able to grow at a faster rate with one-on-one instruction. The HOB has created a private lesson program as a convenience for students to take private lessons after school on campus. More details can be found here: https://harrisonorchestra.org/lessons

Winter Orchestra LGPE Prep Camp

The Winter Orchestra LGPE Prep Camp will take place on January 25, 2025.
See our detailed schedule here:

Winter 2025 Orchestra Camp Schedule

All students are expected to attend as this is an important weekend of growth for our orchestras as we bring in several professional clinicians to work with our students. We will need snack donations as the students will have a mid-morning snack. Bananas and prepackaged snacks such as granola bars with NO nuts would be greatly appreciated! Sign-up genius link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAEA92DABF9C70-54466990-bottled#/

The Harrison Orchestra Boosters (HOB)

The Harrison Orchestra Boosters (HOB) are made up of all parents who have a current student in the Harrison Orchestra program. Orchestra parents are part of the Harrison Orchestra Boosters through your child’s participation in the Harrison Orchestra. The HOB Executive Board is a small group of wonderful parent volunteers who help with the logistics and operations of our Harrison Orchestra Boosters.
The HOB Executive Board:
Co-Presidents: Kim Long & Karen Widner  ~ president@harrisonorchestra.org
Vice President: Michelle Holland ~ vp@harrisonorchestra.org
Conservatory Administrator: Michelle Holland ~ conservatory@harrisonorchestra.org
Co-Treasurers: Virginia Smith & Jennifer Sanders ~ treasurer@harrisonorchestra.org
Secretary: Tracy Zoblisein ~ secretary@harrisonorchestra.org

 

Harrison Orchestra Spirit Wear is Now Available through November 24!

Click below to order: (prices may be higher on new store due to inflation).