Welcome to season IV of Crosstix! We’re excited to work with all returning members, as well as any new members to the 2023 Crosstix season. Here is some information that we hope will help you determine whether Crosstix is the right fit for your child.

What is CROSSTIX?

Crosstix is a performing ensemble for kids ages 8-16. It’s purpose is to give kids in the Omaha area an opportunity to learn, rehearse, and perform with members of OSP. No percussion experience is necessary. Crosstix operates as its own entity, performing original material written and instructed by members of OSP. Similar to OSP, Crosstix performs using recycled items as percussive instruments such as trash cans, buckets, pots/pans, and a variety of other unique items. Students will be given multiple opportunities to perform their show for friends and family in a variety of settings. As a member of Crosstix, you will truly feel like a rockstar!

Why CROSSTIX?

We wanted to create an environment where kids could experience the joy and benefits of music in the same way that we do. Here’s some benefits of joining the group:
  • You’ll be part of something truly one of a kind!
  • You’ll get to perform for family and friends
  • Quality instruction by members of OSP
  • An opportunity to be part of a group that’s purpose is to build character, develop musical skills, and make friends.
  • Get your own Crosstix performance t-shirts

Time Commitment?

Rehearsals will be on Saturdays mornings. (see detailed schedule for specific dates and time) The season will be March 25th, and run through July 27th. We understand you may encounter conflicts on certain dates. We want you to know that we’re not expecting everyone to be at 100% of all rehearsals or shows. However, If you believe you will need to miss more than one or two rehearsals or shows, then Crosstix may not be a best fit for you and your child this year. See detailed schedule below.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition for the 2023 season will be $240. It will be billed in 4 installments $60, spread out over the season. The first installment will be paid during registration.

What does Tuition cover?
– All rehearsals
– 7 performances
– quality instruction by multiple members of OSP
– a members only Crosstix t-shirt
– an opportunity to be part of a group that is both fun and unique. Everyone will be treated equally. This will be an environment that promotes creativity, self confidence, and the love of music.

Rehearsals

Location: Covenant Presbyterian Church – 15002 Blondo St, Omaha, NE 68116

Time: 9:30am – 11:00am CT

Crosstix Rehearsal Dates:

Saturday March 25th

Saturday April 1st 

Saturday April 15th

Saturday May 6th

Saturday May 20th

Saturday June 3rd

Saturday June 17th

Saturday July 1st

Performances

MAY 13th – Omaha Beef Arena Football Game – Liberty First Credit Union Arena

  • Call Time: 6:30pm.
  • Pre Game & Halftime performance

JUNE 10th – Omaha Summer Arts Festival, – Aksarben Village

  • Call Time: 9:45am
  • Show Time: 10:00am

JUNE 17th – United Way Celebration – Hitchcock Park

  • Call Time: 12:30pm
  • Show Time: 12:45pm

JULY 3rd – Happy Hollow Fireworks Show – Happy Hollow Club

  • Call Time 7:45pm
  • Show Time 8:00pm

JULY 16th – Fremont Days – John C. Fremont City Park

  • Call Time: 12:15pm
  • Show Time 12:30pm

JULY 22nd – Shadow Lake Shopping Plaza – Papillion, NE

  • Call Time: 11:15am
  • Show Time 11:30am

JULY 27th – Springfield Library – Springfield, NE

  • Call Time 7:00pm
  • Show Time 7:15pm

    Crosstix Registration

    In the space below, please list all health-related condition/issues that would hinder your student from participating in Crosstix activities. Please include allergies, recurring illnesses, mental exceptionalities or physical disabilities. If no conditions exist, please enter "N/A".

    *Required fields

    After “Submitting” the information you will receive an email within 24 hours with an invoice to pay the first installment of $60.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Absolutely! Crosstix if for kids of all talented levels and musical experience.

    We are open to parents sitting in during rehearsals as spectators only. We ask that you allow your child the independence to work with us and with other students. We will not allow parents to give instruction or to interfere in any way during rehearsals.

    No, Your first installment of $60 will be paid during registration. There will be 3 more installments scheduled throughout the season, about 3-4 weeks apart. These installments will be billed via email and can be paid by either credit/debit card or PayPal.

    We understand that summer time is a very busy time for everyone. In order to have a quality experience, it’s important that your child attends the majority of rehearsals and shows. If you think you will miss more than two rehearsals and shows, then Crosstix may not be the best fit. Please list any dates that might be in question in the registration form provided.