A Heartfelt Thank You for Making Our 14th Annual Holiday Soirée Unforgettable!

The Southern California Conservatory of Music’s 14th Annual Holiday Soirée

On December 8, 2024, we gathered for our 14th Annual Holiday Soirée at Maria’s Italian Kitchen in Woodland Hills. The day was filled with music, joy, and community spirit, as our students delivered wonderful performances that warmed hearts and brought smiles to everyone in attendance.

Celebrating Our Students

Our talented young musicians shone brightly, dressed to impress and eager to share their progress. This event offers a unique opportunity for them to perform in a casual, supportive setting. Unlike the pressure of memorized pieces on a big stage during our Spring Recital, the Holiday Soirée provides a relaxed, intimate atmosphere where students can use their sheet music and books while gaining confidence. Watching them grow as performers was truly inspiring!

A special congratulations to our Vocal Arts students for their professionalism. They captivated the audience with solos and ended the event on a high note with a group performance of “Merry Christmas, Darling.” Sign-ups for the next Vocal Arts session are now open!

A Community Effort

We’re deeply grateful to Maria’s Italian Kitchen for hosting us for 14 years. Their generosity in donating 20% of dine-in and takeout proceeds supports our music programs. Thanks to this partnership and contributions from diners' tip jar donations, we’re able to provide financial assistance to families, ensuring no aspiring musician is left behind. These funds also help us recognize and reward students who excel academically in music. Together, we’re making music education accessible to all!

Teacher Odelia with her students at the 2024 Holiday Soirée.

Thank You for Your Support!

To our families, friends, and community members, your presence and enthusiasm make everything possible. Whether you dined in, ordered takeout, or cheered from the audience, your support helps us nurture the next generation of musicians.

Stay tuned for upcoming blog posts where we’ll feature standout performances from the soirée! Make sure you’re subscribed to our newsletters so you don’t miss out on these highlights and future events.

Let’s continue celebrating music and making memories together!

Captured Moments? Share Them With Us!

We’d love to see your photos and videos from the Holiday Soirée! Help us relive the magic by uploading them using this link​. Your contributions could even be featured in future newsletters and blogs! 🎶

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Kristina Jhing Sillona

Kristina Jhing Sillona is a musician, educator, and Headmaster of the SoCal Conservatory of Music. With over 30 years of experience, she is passionate about helping students grow, not just as musicians, but as individuals. She develops music curriculum, trains and mentors teachers, and shares insights to help parents support their children's musical development while fostering a lifelong love of music.

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