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Orchestra 1: String Orchestra
Course Syllabus (link)
Credit: 1 Unit
Course Length: 1 Year
String Orchestra is a class for younger high school string students who
can read music well and are ready to learn how to shift, vibrate, and
play
2 octave scales. At least two years of string instruction is
recommended. All orchestra students are required to attend all
scheduled after school events
including rehearsals and concerts. Orchestra members must pass
the
fall semester in order to continue in the spring semester.
Orchestra 2: Concert
Orchestra
Course Syllabus (link)
Credit: 1 Unit
Course Length: 1 Year
Concert Orchestra is a class for advancing string students who are
ready to study three-octave scales and traditional orchestral
music. Students may remain in the Concert Orchestra throughout
high school or use it to prepare for the Chamber Orchestra. Students
must be able to read music well, and comfortably
perform two-octave scales, vibrato, spiccato, and play in tune up to
fifth
position. A higher level of maturity and self-discipline is
required
of students in this class. All orchestra students are required to
attend
evening concerts and evening rehearsals in the weeks prior to a
concert.
Prerequisite: Audition or permission of instructor.
Orchestra 3: Chamber Orchestra
Course Syllabus (link)
Credit: 1 Unit
Course Length: 1 Year
Chamber Orchestra prepares students for college orchestra through
intense rehearsal of challenging music. It is an ensemble for highly
motivated students who have achieved considerable musical and technical
skill on their instruments. All orchestra students are required
to attend evening concerts and evening rehearsals in the weeks prior to
a concert. To qualify students must be comfortable playing
3-octave scales, play in tune in all positions, and understand and
perform advanced level skills. A high level of maturity and
self-discipline is required of students in this class.
Prerequisite: Audition or permission of instructor.
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