The String Orchestra includes violins, violas, cellos, and double basses. Students in the ensemble will focus on the refinement of orchestral performance techniques, musical expression and style, sight-reading, and ensemble skills.
Repertoire is in the intermediate to advanced range, with works in original instrumentation by composers such as Corelli, Handel, Mozart, Holst, and Richard Meyer, as well as arrangements of standard literature.
Approximately 30 student musicians are accepted each year; selection is based primarily on demonstrated ability and musical promise, but orchestral balance is also considered.
All new and returning students must audition for placement.
Duration Weekly on Wednesdays, 7–8:40 pm Performances twice yearly in Zipper Hall Performances annually in Los Angeles, including Hollenbeck Palms and Disneyland
Auditions for the 2020–21 academic year are canceled until further notice. Visit this page to learn more about fall semester updates.
For students interested developing their skills and technique in a supportive environment, check out the String Workshops. Auditions are required.
Prerequisites Participants must study privately, and previous orchestral experience is recommended.
Minimum Age Requirements 6th grade; must be 11 years old by September 1, 2020
Recommended Minimum Level of Playing Violin: Sonata in F Major, G.F. Handel Viola: Concerto in G Major, G.P. Telemann Cello: Danse Rustique, W.H. Squire Bass: Sonata, B. Marcello
String Orchestra Application Form
Audition Requirements Please record yourself playing the excerpts and required pieces posted below for the corresponding ensemble and upload the video to YouTube:
Violin Audition Requirements Viola Audition Requirements Cello Audition Requirements Bass Audition Requirements
Online Submission Instructions