All students in Groups and Orchestras PLEASE read this document very carefully!
This is the schedule through the rest of the Group and Orchestra season!
View the document: 2026 Schedule Following Annual String Concert.
Parents, Students, and Faculty:
The Hancher Bulletin is a document that will tell you everything you need to know about our upcoming Annual Strings Concert held at Hancher Auditorium.
If you have questions about dress code, dress rehearsal, the schedule for the day of the Concert, or even the group/orchestra schedule for AFTER the concert, this handy document will have the answers. Please look this document over carefully, and plan accordingly for those days.
Access the Hancher Bulletin here: FINAL BULLETIN 2026
Music Together® Teacher
For a detailed job description, click HERE.
Requirements:
- Bachelor degree in music or education completed or
in progress. - Experience in early childhood education (ages 0-4).
- Strong singing voice.
- Passion for sharing music with families.
Benefits:
- Equitable wage.
- Retirement benefits for part-time employees
who qualify. - Training provided
- Strong opportunity to expand teaching hours.
- Admin and managerial opportunities available.
Send your resume or CV to: info@preucil.org
For a detailed job description, click HERE.
Registration is now open for the 2026 Winter Chamber Programs.
To register your student CLICK HERE:
2026 Winter Chamber Program:
- January 17 – April 26
- Open to all Preucil students in grades 3-12 who have completed Book 2 and above who are reading music at an appropriate level.
- Adults who play at a minimum of an intermediate level may also apply
- 10 weeks including concert (9 coachings plus concert)
- Attendance is crucial to the success of the program. Groups must meet all together a minimum of 7 times in order to perform in the concert. Extended illnesses will be considered by coach and coordinator
- Music is distributed in early December. Individual parts must be completely learned by the first coaching. Students should go over their parts with their private instructors.
- Each group receives one coaching per week:
- 30 minutes (duos) or 45 minutes (trios or larger)
- Cost $175
- Final Concert: Sunday, April 26 at 4:30 at Main Campus
2026 Advanced High School Chamber Program:
- January 10 – April 26
- Open to Preucil Advanced high school students (Velay Certificate Program students are required to participate)
- 14 weeks including concert (13 coachings plus concert)
- Attendance is crucial to the success of the program. Groups must meet all together a minimum of 11 times in order to perform in the concert. Extended illnesses will be considered by coach and coordinator
- Music is distributed in early December. Individual parts must be completely learned by the first coaching. Students should go over their parts with their private instructors.
- Each group receives one coaching per week:
- 30 minutes (duos) or 45 minutes (trios or larger)
- Cost: $225
- Final Concert: Sunday, April 26 at 4:30 at Main Campus
Concert dress rehearsals are Friday, April 24 from 4:30-5:15 at North Campus
Registration Deadline: Monday, November 3
Join the Preucil School Cello Faculty for a day of group classes, cello choir, and lots of fun making music together. ALL levels welcome.
Please contact Laura Shaw for more information: lshaw@preucil.org
Sunday, November 16
Preucil School NC
10:00a-5:00p
Cost: $37
Register by: November 1st
To register click HERE!
To view the registration flyer click here: Cello Event Flyer
Join us for a night of swing and jazz as our very own Preucil alum, Oriana Ross performs with her group, Bear Cat Hot Club. This event is free and open to the public and will be in Wilson Auditorium, 7pm Saturday June 7 at Preucil Main Campus.
Position Title: Donor Relations Coordinator (Part-Time)
Location: Iowa City, Iowa (on-site preferred; occasional hybrid work will be considered)
Reports to: School Director
FTE: 0.5 FTE Exempt, 20 hrs/week
Compensation: $36,000–$42,000 annually, commensurate with experience
About the Preucil School of Music
Founded in 1975, the Preucil School of Music is a nonprofit community music school rooted in the Suzuki philosophy, offering instruction from early childhood through advanced levels. We are committed to nurturing ability and character through excellence in music education in a family-centered learning environment. Our programs serve hundreds of families annually and include private instruction, group classes, ensembles, early childhood music, and community outreach.
Position Summary
The Fund Development Coordinator will lead efforts to grow the Preucil School of Music’s donor base and build long-term fundraising systems. This new, half-time position offers an exciting opportunity to work from a strong foundation of community goodwill and engaged supporters. The ideal candidate is a skilled relationship-builder — someone who enjoys connecting with donors and community members and brings energy, empathy, and professionalism to their work.
This role is designed for a mission-driven professional who is eager to shape a development program and grow with the organization. Some administrative support is available to assist with data entry, mailings, and event logistics. The position has strong potential to expand into a full-time role after 1-2 years.
Responsibilities
Initial Priorities (First 12–18 Months)
- Develop and execute a clear, achievable annual fundraising plan
- Build and strengthen relationships with donors, families, alumni, and community supporters
- Coordinate donor communications and stewardship efforts
- Collaborate with administrative staff to maintain donor records and generate reports
- Work with staff, board, and the Preucil Guild on fundraising events and giving campaigns
- Support targeted appeals (e.g., year-end giving, scholarships)
Long-Term Growth Goals (As Position Expands)
- Manage and expand a portfolio of major donors and legacy giving prospects
- Research and support grant applications and institutional funding
- Lead or support larger-scale fundraising initiatives and capital campaigns
- Advance the school’s culture of philanthropy through community engagement and storytelling
Qualifications
- Minimum education: bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or community engagement
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; confident in community-facing roles
- Proven ability to work independently and set priorities
- Strategic thinker with a collaborative and adaptable approach
- Familiarity with donor database systems (e.g., Bloomerang, Little Green Light, or similar)
- Appreciation for music education and the mission of the Preucil School
Work Environment
- Flexible hours within the business day (8am-5pm), with some evening/weekend availability for events
- On-site preferred; occasional hybrid work will be considered
- Part-time, year-round position with strong potential for growth
- Administrative support provided
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and résumé to jaltfillisch@preucil.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Preucil Preschool and their Ageless Play partnership with Oaknoll Retirement home was featured on KCRG. You can watch the special segment HERE!
Do not miss another opportunity to see Preucil Alum, Orion Weiss perform with the Ariel Quartet at the Voxman Music Building on Wednesday, April 23rd.
This event will be livestreamed. For more information click HERE!
Seniors, please look over the following information about the upcoming Preucil School of Music Graduation Ceremony.
To access the information click on the following links:
Arioso (all parts)
Queen of Sheba (all parts)
Registration for 2025 Summer Chamber Fest is now open.
Deadline for the early bird discount is April 1st, final registration deadline is May 1st.
Click here to read more about the event: Summer Chamber Brochure
To REGISTER online click here: Registration Form
Orchestra Festival is Tuesday, March 11th at 7pm.
The Parent Info is a document that is filled with important information for families, students, and faculty pertaining to the event. Please take a moment to review this document in advance of the performance. We are looking forward to a wonderful night of music. To view the chronology click here: Orchestra Festival 2025 Parent Info
There are still several opportunities to experience performances to celebrate Preucil School’s 50th Anniversary. Each performance is free and open to the public.
Please mark your calendars and make an effort to attend some or all of these events.
1) A continuation of the Alumni & Friends Concert Series, Preucil Alum and pianist, Orion Weiss takes the stage at The Englert Theatre, Saturday, March 8 at 7:30pm. The New York Times calls him a “brilliant pianist”. Orion Weiss has performed with all the major orchestras of North America, and dazzled audiences worldwide as a recitalist and chamber musician. This is a performance you will not want to miss.
For more information CLICK HERE
2) The Preucil School of Music’s Orchestra Festival showcases six orchestras of students aged seven through eighteen. The concert is free and open to the public. Please join us at City High’s Opstad Auditorium on Tuesday, March 11 for this special evening of music!
For more information CLICK HERE
3) Winter Chamber Concert is the culmination or our 10-14 week Winter Chamber Program, featuring chamber groups with intermediate to advanced highschool players. For fans of chamber music this will be a delightful performance at 4:30 pm at Wilson Auditorium at Preucil Main Campus
For more information CLICK HERE
4) Our Junior and Senior Cello Choirs will have their final performance of the school year at their Spring Concert Saturday, April 12th at 1:30pm in Walder Hall at Preucil North Campus.
For more information CLICK HERE
5) Finally, a BONUS 50th Anniversary Alumni and Friends Concert will feature Bear Cat Hot Club.
Join us for a night of swing and jazz as our very own Preucil alum, Oriana Ross performs for with her group, Bear Cat Hot Club. This event is free and open to the public and will be in Wilson Auditorium at Preucil Main Campus.
For more information CLICK HERE
We are offering one final round of 50th Anniversary Department T-shirts.
If you are a new family or missed the order the first time around, now is your chance to order a shirt. Show your Preucil pride and get shirts for the whole family!
The ordering window will be from Monday, February 17th- Saturday March 1st. The cost of the shirts are $12.00 with $5.95 shipping per order. (We will not have a pick up option.)
Order your Preucil 50th apparel today!
https://preucilanniversarytees.itemorder.com/shop/home/
**Shirts are available in both adult and youth sizes- keep scrolling in the drop down menu to access youth sizes.
** Shipping is per order- whether it is 1 shirt or 3, shipping is $5.95
Congratulations on making our 49th Annual String Concert and 50th celebration a success! Our faculty and staff is exhausted and I am sure the students are too!
Some things to note this week:
Monday 2/3- All groups and orchestras cancelled
Thursday 2/6- Group classes cancelled
Friday 2/7- Group classes cancelled
Friday 2/7- Orchestras will meet from 5:00-6:15
Please see the following document for the group/orchestra schedule for the remaining of the semester: Schedule Following Annual String Concert
You are invited to the 49th Annual String Concert and 50th Celebration held at Hancher Auditorium on Sunday, February 2 at 2:00 pm. This will be a momentous occasion as we celebrate the 50 year impact Preucil School of Music has made in the Iowa City Community. Alumni from all over the country will be in attendance, including over 75 playing alongside the Preucil School String Orchestra (P.S.S.O.) on a piece commissioned specifically for this event. This event is free and open to the public, so mark your calendars and come and join us for this special day.
December is a busy month at Preucil School of Music. Please make sure to check out some, if not all of these performances, that are free and open to the public.
Sunday, December 15th:
24th Annual Multiple Piano Festival featuring multiple piano groups from the PSM Piano Department.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1MV8imy2FR/
Cello Choir Winter Concert featuring performances by the Junior and Senior Cello Choirs
https://www.facebook.com/share/19nMU5daeg/
Saturday, December 21st:
Cello Alumni Recital part of the 50th Anniversary Alumni & Friends concert series, featuring recent alums Adam Zeithamel and Adrian Bostian, with collaborative pianist René Lecuona, and Preucil Cello Faculty Laura Shaw, Kate Vos, and Amy Phelps.
The Friday Holiday Concerts are December 13th from 6:10-7:30 pm at either Melrose Meadows or Grand Living Senior Community. For more details see below.
To view the Friday Holiday Concert Schedule please click here: December 2024 Holiday Poster
To view the Holiday Review List click here: Holiday Review Lists 2024
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