Intermediate Orchestra
Grade: 7 - 12 Min: 4 Max: 20 (20 seats remaining)
Min Assistants: 1 Max Assistants: 1 (Assistant Max Reached)
Grow in your musicianship alongside friends, working together to create a sound bigger than yourself! This class is designed for students who already have a working knowledge of their instrument and want to discover the joy of ensemble playing. Music will be hand selected to match the instruments and skill sets we have within the class each year. Emphasis will be placed on understanding orchestra culture and ensemble playing as well as music theory and well-known symphonic composers.
Practice, practice, practice! Students will be required to prepare individually and be a contributing member to the ensemble as a whole. A general practice recommendation is about 30 minutes a day with specific goals set by both the teacher and student. Theory homework will be assigned monthly.
We will be preparing for two full concerts to showcase what we have learned. If there is enough interest, a field trip to a professional symphony concert will be a fun learning experience!
A working instrument (violin, viola, or cello) and accessories (bow, rosin, shoulder rest) must be owned or rented. Additionally, all students should purchase a theory book (link will be emailed out prior to the start of class), a music stand (for at-home practice), and download the Soundcorset metronome/tuner app to an accessible device. "Concert black" attire will be required for all performances.
$25.00 per semester will cover the purchase of concert music, printing/copying, recital programs, etc. Venmo: @Sarah-Moore-96240
A basic knowledge of your instrument and the ability to read music in your instrument's clef.
One to two years of previous musical experience on your instrument.