Grand String Orchestra welcomes violin, viola, cello and double bass players from near-beginner to intermediate level. The emphasis is on having fun and learning classical and popular music together in an informal and non-competitive atmosphere. While the group will focus on ensemble skills and on developing general musical and string skills in an ensemble setting, it is also an opportunity to meet other string players and make great music together. Auditions are not required to participate in the Grand String Orchestra.

A preparatory string ensemble for intermediate students with moderate ensemble experience.

An advanced symphonic orchestra, complete with strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion, playing challenging works from classical, musical and film scores.

An advanced entry-level string orchestra introducing beginners to the elements of teamwork and ensemble performance.

WHAT HAPPENS AT A PLACEMENT AUDITION?

All students are asked to:

1. Play a prepared solo of their choice that demonstrates technique and can be performed confidently. Memorization and accompanist not required.

2. Sight-read an assigned selection. The student will be given one minute to review.

3. Scales.

WHAT HAPPENS AT A PLACEMENT AUDITION?

All students are asked to:

1. Play a prepared solo of their choice that demonstrates technique and can be performed confidently. Memorization and accompanist not required.

2. Sight-read an assigned selection. The student will be given one minute to review.

3. Scales.

This camp offers students an opportunity to spend the week with other wind, brass, and percussion players who want to advance their skills and have fun! Each day includes 3 full band rehearsals as well as sectionals led by area band instructors. Students will also experience an afternoon performance by different professional musicians. The final day will include a performance for friends and family.

The Stella Royce Piano Camp is an engaging, intensive week-long camp for young pianists. Daily activities, taught or supervised by exceptional, talented faculty, include: private lessons, ensemble lessons, theory lessons, musical games, music history classes, practice time, and more.

A final recital on Friday features performances by every student. 

To enroll in this camp, students should know how to read music on the staff and have been taking piano lessons for at least 1 year. Student age range for this camp is 7-16 years old.