The PS 321 Neighborhood Concerts Series, directed by acclaimed Park Slope pianist and Sony Classical recording artist Simone Dinnerstein, is a fantastic, cultural win-win for the children and adults in this neighborhood.

The shows are short — just one hour—which is perfect for kids but they’re also very interesting for adults and a great introduction to classical music for all. Even if your kids don’t go to PS 321 or you don’t have kids at all you might want  to check out this enjoyable Thursday night music series.

This Thursday Dinnerstein, whose son is a student at PS 321 and who’s husband is a teacher, presents Face the Music, “Beating Down the Doors,” featuring the world premiere of  Liquid Timepieces, by PS 321 Faculty Member Joseph C. Phillips, Jr.

Did I mention that Dinnerstein’s mother used to teach at PS 321, too?

Clearly this is Dinnerstein’s way of giving back to her neighborhood elementary school and a marvelous way to teach children — and adults — to develop a passion for classical music.

Thursday, April 15th, 7:00 pm
PS 321 Auditorium, 180 7th Ave., Park Slope
Tickets are $15 and are available on www.ps321.org

Face the Music is an ensemble of astonishingly talented teenagers performing works by today’s most compelling and creative composers. In residence at the Kaufman Center, Face the Music breaks the boundaries of classical music education and performance. “Beating Down the Doors” brings Face the Music’s youthful energy to works by five living composers. The centerpiece of the concert will be the world premiere of Liquid Timepieces by composer and PS 321 faculty member Joseph C. Philllips, Jr. commissioned for Face the Music by Simone Dinnerstein and PS 321 Neighborhood Concerts.

Face the Music’s young players will talk to the audience between pieces and take questions at the end of the hour-long concert, making this an excellent opportunity for families with children.