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Age |
Ages 9 and up (Average age range is 9-14 years) |
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Fees |
$330 for the two semester program (may be paid in installments) 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 21, 2009) 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. 23, 2009 CMS Center, 535 Garden Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119 |
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Concerts |
3 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010 3 p.m., Sunday, May 2, 2010 |
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. Seating is on a rotating basis. The String Orchestra is strong preparation for the Young People’s Orchestras.
470 East Lockwood Avenue