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Maggy Simon, based in New York City, is a dynamic violinist and musician making waves this season. She’s finishing her debut EP, set for release early next year, and this December she brings her music to prestigious stages: performing at the Alvin Ailey Gala, playing for the FIFA Drawing at the Kennedy Center, collaborating with Orchestra Q featuring Eddie Barbash of the Late Show, and performing in a String Quartet for Earnest Pugh’s Christmas Celebration. Looking ahead, The Dream Quartet will attend the Sphinx Connect Conference as fellows this January, marking another milestone in her thriving musical journey.
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Ms. Simon finds such joy in seeing her private students grow as musicians. She values pushing students to their full potential, as it is a valuable lesson young people can apply to any aspect of their lives. Maggy specializes in teaching classical music rooted in the Suzuki and Galamian methodologies, as well as in transcribing and exploring folk techniques.
The New York City-based Dream Quartet is made up of founding members Malachi Brown, Dwayne Beach, Elizabeth Hendy, and Maggy Simon. The multi-genre quartet was built on the desire to invent, curiosity to experiment, and passion to collaborate. True to their name, they are dreamers at heart, dedicated to sharing their music and art with the world. The quartet often incorporates singing and movement into its performances, bringing a dynamic and multidimensional energy to the stage. The members thrive on improvisation and composing in various genres, including folk, R&B, pop, disco, and contemporary music. Notable venues include National Sawdust, The Morgan Library, Brooklyn Public Libraries, and House of Yes. The Dream Quartet has collaborated with artists from diverse genres, including The Breaks Inc., La Lulu, Princess Lockeroo, and the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra.
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