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Age |
Ages 9 and up (Average age range is 9-14 years) |
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Fees |
$160 per semester (30-week academic year comprised of two semesters) A non-refundable registration fee of $25 is assessed once per academic year per student upon enrollment. |
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Audition Requirements |
All major scales up to 3 sharps and 3 flats (no minor scales), 2 octaves An unaccompanied solo of the student’s choice that best demonstrates his/her ability Excerpts assigned by the Community Music School (mailed on August 25) Sight reading in rhythms of half, quarter, and eighth notes may be requested For first violin placement: 1st and 3rd positions required; for cello placement, 1st and 4th positions required. Must show good left and right hand playing positions. |
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Weekly Rehearsals |
4:15-5:30 p.m., Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 24, 2008 CMS Center, 535 Garden Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119 |
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Concerts |
3 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009 3 p.m., Sunday, April 26, 2009 |
Mary Lou Gotman, conductor
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
This intermediate-level string ensemble emphasizes music reading skills, understanding of ensemble playing technique, and experience playing repertoire more advanced than String Ensemble repertoire. Members must have a thorough and accurate knowledge of first position and the ability to read music.
The median playing level is Suzuki Violin Book 4 and Suzuki Cello Book 3. The String Orchestra is strong preparation for the Young People’s Orchestras.
470 East Lockwood Avenue