Masterclass
UPCOMING MASTERCLASSES
Masterclasses & Workshops
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM
From Practice Room to Stage
A Performance Preparation Masterclass & Guest Artist Roundtable
What you’ll explore
• Efficient and purposeful practice
• Memorization and performance preparation
• Tone, musical expression, and interpretation
• Managing performance anxiety
• Developing confidence and stage presence
Featuring Dr. Sarkis Baltaian and Dr. Kookhee Hong
Free admission · 90 minutes
FEATURED ARTISTS
Meet the Artists
Dr. Sarkis Baltaian
Dr. Kookhee Hong
TWO WAYS TO PARTICIPATE
Perform in the Masterclass
Five selected student pianists will perform prepared repertoire and receive individualized coaching from both artists.
Attend as an Observer
Students and audience members can gain valuable insight by watching the coaching process and applying those lessons to their own playing.
Beyond the Masterclass
Guest Artist Roundtable
Following the masterclass, both artists will lead an informal, moderated conversation about practice routines, auditions, competitions, performance nerves, and life as a professional musician.
Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the artists.
PAST MASTERCLASSES
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Percussion Masterclass & SCSBOA Audition Workshop
Led by Robert Slack, Percussionist, Pacific Symphony
Monday, November 9, 2026 | 7:00–8:00 PM
OCMD Black Box Theater
17620 Fitch Ave., Irvine, CA 92614OC Music & Dance was pleased to welcome Robert Slack of the Pacific Symphony for a special percussion masterclass and SCSBOA Audition Workshop.
Designed for intermediate and advanced percussionists ages 10–18, this engaging workshop provided young musicians with the opportunity to learn directly from a professional orchestral percussionist, gain valuable audition preparation tips, and strengthen their performance skills.
Students also experienced the high artistic standards of OCMD’s Classical Music Conservatory in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Thank you to Robert Slack and all the young percussionists who joined us for an inspiring evening of music and learning!
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A Piano Masterclass in Performance & Artistry
Led by Dr. Sarkis BaltaianWednesday, October 14 | 7:00 PM
OCMD Black Box Theater
17620 Fitch Ave., Irvine, CA 92614OC Music & Dance hosted a special Piano Masterclass in Performance & Artistry for intermediate and advanced pianists ages 10–18.
Led by Dr. Sarkis Baltaian, this 90-minute masterclass gave young musicians the opportunity to experience the artistic philosophy, teaching approach, and performance standards of the OCMD Classical Piano Program in an engaging, supportive setting, without the pressure of an audition.
Thank you to all the students and families who joined us. Interested in future masterclasses or the OCMD Classical Piano Program? Contact us or call 949-386-8336.