Music

Rick Goward conducting

HFC remembers Rick Goward

The HFC community mourns the loss of longtime HFC music instructor Rick Goward.
An image of HFC Music students playing the saxophone and an HFC recording arts student.

From studio to stage: a collaboration between HFC music and recording arts

This is your opportunity to be part of a professionally produced recording in a winter-long music project.
Students singing

Join us: HFC Music open rehearsals begin in January

Everyone is invited to join open rehearsals for HFC choirs and bands, beginning in January. You may also take classes for credit or personal enrichment.

School is in session! and so is HFC Music

Russ Kavalhuna visits a music class during the first full week of Fall 2021 classes at HFC.
Lisa Meyer headshot

HFC alumna begins 35th year teaching music

HFC supported Lisa Meyer's passion for music and gave her the foundation for honing the talents and abilities of others.
G. Kevin Dewey

Get to Know HFC: G. Kevin Dewey, music maestro

Kevin Dewey has been making beautiful music for HFC for more than a quarter century. And now, he has invented new ways to teach it.
Dunamis Archer and his father, Andre.

Grit and determination: HFC alumnus beats long odds

Detroit Promise alumnus Dunamis Archer has been beating the odds since the day he was born, and has been heavily engaged in community activities.
2021 Virtual President's Collage Concert

President’s Collage Concert will premiere June 5

The President's Collage Concert will be held virtually this year. Everyone is invited to attend online.
An image of a jack trip device (cords and a microphone) which will allow musicians to rehearse virtually.

Virtual studio devices allow Studio 110 to rehearse virtually with no time delay

HFC recently purchased 10 Jack Trip virtual studio devices, allowing Studio 110 to rehearse safely over the internet during the pandemic.
Byron Brooks latest headshot

HFC alumnus Byron Brooks continues to advance equity and education -- and two more degrees

Tireless equity activist and HFC alumnus Byron Brooks will pursue two master's degrees, and community activism, at U-M in the fall.
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“Why We Sing” premiere date set for March 30

Why Dearborn Sings' performance of the song, "Why We Sing," to premiere Tuesday, March 30.
Collage of images of people singing/playing instruments

“Why Dearborn Sings” performance to debut March 23

HFC teams up with all three Dearborn-based public high schools to perform "Why Dearborn Sings" for a March 23 release.
B&W photo of Lai playing the guitar

Instructor supports indie musicians by performing covers of their songs

HFC music instructor Anthony Lai's renditions of three indie songs met with acclaim.
Individual people on Zoom, orchestra at the bottom

HFC Virtual Chorus performs holiday favorites

The HFC Virtual Chorus, under the direction of G. Kevin Dewey, performs holiday favorites for our community.

HFC, City of Dearborn virtual concert, Dec. 7-31

Enjoy a holiday concert performed by HFC Vocal Ensembles and the Dearborn Symphony Orchestra, airing from Dec. 7 to Dec. 31.

One-year Recording Arts program converted to online format

The Certificate of Achievement in Recording Arts program provides real-world skills in a one-year program.
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Instructional Innovations: how to teach and learn music fully online

HFC's music department will offer all courses online throughout this academic year. Look for some creative musical innovations in the online space.
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HFC Virtual Chorus brings you Pro Bono Omnium

47 individual singers took part in a professional Zoom chorus of the school song, Pro Bono Omnium. Thanks to Kevin Dewey for his hard work and creativity in bringing this to you!
HFC alumnus Byron Brooks

HFC alumnus Byron Brooks expands his work to help the homeless

HFC alumnus Byron Brooks continues to champion the homeless and many other social justice causes.

HFC Recording Arts Certificate program upgraded for Fall

HFC partners with the AVID Learning Partner Program to provide certification in the industry gold-standard Pro Tools, beginning Fall 2020.

25th Annual President’s Collage Concert is Feb. 29

HFC musicians will perform Saturday, Feb. 29, at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center in Dearborn for the 25th Annual President’s Collage Concert.
National Arab Orchestra founder/music director Michael Ibrahim, seen here conducting the NAO, will teach a new Arab Music Appreciation course at HFC, starting Feb. 3. Photo courtesy of the NAO.

Michael Ibrahim teaches new 12-week Arab Music Appreciation course

An Arab Music Appreciation class will be offered for the first time at HFC beginning Feb. 4. It will be taught by National Arab Orchestra founder Michael Ibrahim. Enroll today!

Big Band, Bop & Pop concert Jan. 25

The Big Band, Bop & Pop concert will be held Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020 at the Michael A. Guido Theater in the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. This scholarship fundraiser is co-sponsored by the Rotary Club of Dearborn.
Musicians on stage

Join us for our 2020 HFC concerts

2020 concert dates have been announced through June. Please join us!