Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts comprises the Performing Arts School, New Jersey Youth Symphony, and Paterson Music Project. Our Mission is to provide the highest quality performing arts education to a wide range of students in a supportive and inclusive environment, where striving for personal excellence inspires and connects those we teach to the communities we serve.

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Events

Winter Break — School Closed

Event Date: December 22, 2018 Event Details ...
Percussion Ensemble Concert

Percussion Ensemble Concert

Event Date: January 20, 2019

Dr. Mesia Austin, Conductor  

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NJYS Youth Symphony/Youth Orchestra Concert

NJYS Youth Symphony/Youth Orchestra Concert

Event Date: January 27, 2019

Tickets available HERE Mahler No. 1 “Titan” Dvorak Symphony No. 8 Helen Cha-Pyo and Simon Lipskar, conductors $20 adults, $15 students/seniors  

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Super Sunday Marathon

Super Sunday Marathon

Event Date: February 03, 2019

Performance Opportunities starting at 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.

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Salon Series: Benjamin Michael, Piano

Salon Series: Benjamin Michael, Piano

Event Date: February 07, 2019

Intimate concert featuring faculty member Benjamin Michael.

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