Concert Orchestra

This ensemble provides formative experiences in developing comprehensive musicianship through performance of stringed instruments. Students will play, sing, compose, improvise, evaluate and listen to a varied repertoire of music. Proficiency will be measured through periodic playing tests, rehearsal and performance decorum, and performance projects. This course requires a number of rehearsals and performances outside the school day. Check with individual directors for exact details.

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Chamber Orchestra

This ensemble provides experiences for advanced players of string instruments (violin, viola, cello, bass). Students will develop comprehensive musicianship through performance of stringed instruments and will refine and extend the skills that they developed in Concert Orchestra. The course requires a number of rehearsals and performances outside the school day. Check with individual directors for exact details. The chamber orchestra performs at numerous community events, "gigs", and festivals throughout the school year. Most recently, the Chamber Orchestra was selected to perform down at the NIU String Orchestra Festival.

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