Hot Notes

February 10, 2024 6:30 - 10:30 pm

St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, USA

See You in 2024!

COMING SOON

Student Ava Burns singing onstage surrounded by cast of Mamma Mia in bright colored shirts

Thank you for joining us at our 20th anniversary of Hot Notes

On Saturday, February 11, we came together and raised over $75,000 in support of the Southwest Performing Arts!

This much-loved, long-standing tradition celebrates and supports the high-quality band, choir, dance, guitar, jazz, orchestra, and theatre programs at Southwest High School.

 

Thank you for your generous support. We are truly grateful as it allows us to provide enrichment opportunities for all of our local public school students.

Mark your calendars for next year's Hot Notes event: Saturday, February 10, 2024

It's the best party-and biggest fundraiser-of the year!

Most importantly, come see our performing arts students shine on stage. Over the years, we have funded new choir risers, band and guitar instruments, a marley dance floor, musical licenses, costumes, guest artists, theatre sets, and more. Whether you are a current Southwest family, a friend of the community, or a Southwest alum family, we hope you can join us in celebrating 21 years of excellence in the arts. 

GAMES  |  HORS D'OEUVRES & DRINKS  |  PERFORMANCES  |  LIVE AUCTION & GIVING MOMENT  |  SWING BAND & DANCING

Donate Now

Hot Notes happens once a year, but we accept donations year-round.

Our proud tradition of excellence in performing arts curriculum and programming is directly due to the generosity of parents, alumni, extended family, and neighbors like you. Choose the right amount for you and click the button below to make your donation. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you for your support!

Learn More About Our Programs

Southwest Performing Arts

 

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The Southwest Performing Arts Council is a committed group of parent advocates who partner with the performing arts faculty. 

Our Mission: Champion excellence in the performing arts education at Southwest High School. We organize fundraising efforts, build community relationships, and ensure accessibility to all of our students.

Our Vision: A world where public education provides performing arts opportunities for all students to discover their unique gifts, cultivate creativity and imagine new possibilities for their lives.

Our Values:

  • Creativity - We support opportunities for our students to explore and create meaningful, innovative ideas that engage community and self-expression.
  • Distinction - We strive to ensure our educators have the resources to instruct at the highest level.
  • Opportunity - We believe all students deserve equal educational opportunities in the performing arts.
  • Inclusivity - We champion a community of diverse peoples, practices, and ideas.

Hosted By

Southwest Performing Arts

Location

St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, USA

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Thank You, Sponsors!

Our performing arts students depend on the support and generosity of community businesses, organizations, and local partners to provide funding for the dance, music, and theatre programs at Southwest High School. Our community sponsors have helped us to purchase costumes, sheet music, choir robes, instruments, lessons, accompanists, and other necessities that are not funded by the school district's budget. Please contact [email protected] for more info.

Ensemble Sponsors

 

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Quartet Sponsors

 

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Lakes Area Realty LaVercombe logo

 

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Trio Sponsors

 

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College Connectors logo

 

 

Integrated Equity Logo

 

Kurt Faber Homes logo

 

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Southdale Pediatrics logo

Solo Sponsors

 

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Hana Bistro logo

 

Mark Williams Homes logo

 

Michael Knapp Edina Realty logo

 

Mill City Cleaners logo

 

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