Symphonic Orchestra Strings

Instructors: Carrie Mascaro, Jeri Brima

Note: Orchestra Wind/Percussion players are automatically enrolled in

Symphonic Band

4 days per week

Students in Symphonic Orchestra study significant and standard orchestral literature. SOS is open to all junior and senior string players and to selected wind and percussion players on the basis of auditions held in February. Sophomores who can perform a Level V solo may be considered for admission into this advanced level group through a rigorous audition process held in February. Four rehearsals are scheduled per week: two for full orchestra and two for strings only. Strings attend all four rehearsals while wind and percussion meet for rehearsal two days per week only. The alternate two days they will be enrolled in Symphonic Band in order to further develop their musical skills. In order to continue to progress properly on their instruments, students who are not taking private lessons outside of school are required to schedule a weekly 15-minute lesson during one free period per week, concurrently during an ensemble, lunch or before or after school. Lesson assessment will be part of the course grade. The SO plays for the Candlelight Concert, Youth Concert, Spring Concert and occasionally participates in exchange programs and festivals with other high schools.