Robert Franz speaks about BBO's Education Outreach Program.

​BBO in the Schools

Our Mission:
To foster the artistic growth of professional musicians and music students throughout the Treasure Valley.

2019-2020 Season:
The Boise Baroque Orchestra worked with the Boise High School Orchestra and the Boise State Chamber Orchestra on the use of authentic baroque bows with coaching, master classes and side-by-side concerts. Our Principal String musicians taught students how to use baroque techniques with bows loaned to the students by the BBO. Maestro Robert Franz then rehearsed the students before they played in performance with the full orchestra at the opening concert of the 2019-20 season.

“I had an absolute blast doing this side-by-side. It was interesting to have a glimpse into what it takes to be a professional, and it really does put into perspective how prepared you truly have to be.” – BHS student

2020-2021 Season:
The Boise Baroque Orchestra offered virtual educational programs rather than in-person instruction to accommodate COVID requirements. Boise State University, College of Western Idaho, College of Idaho, Boise High, Timberline High, and Centennial High all participated. Hundreds of music students watched our fall Digital Concert Series and participated in Q & A sessions with Maestro Robert Franz.

“I hadn’t really put myself into the conductor’s shoes to think about how one would prepare for a concert.” – C of I student

“I very much enjoyed my experience watching the Boise Baroque Orchestra and Robert Franz’s Q & A session. I was most impressed with the level of ingenuity that was employed to pull off these recorded concerts.” – CWI student

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Boise High School students during 2019-20 season with BBO's baroque bows.

​All the students who participated in the program were given an important opportunity to develop further their writing and communication skills along with their music skills. We received the following reflections from just one of many of the students: 

Side-by-side concert with the Boise High School students.