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Upcoming Auditions!
More 2009-10 Dates Coming Soon~
Loudoun County All-County Orchestra Auditions
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Registration starts at 8:30AM
Location: Smarts Mill Middle School
Students will be asked to perform the “D” Major and “g” Harmonic Minor scales in two octaves.
Scales should be bowed separately with the top note repeated upon descending. Scales should be performed at a tempo
of quarter note equal to 96 beats per minute. BASSES WILL DROP TO THE LOW “E” ON THE D MAJOR SCALE.
This year’s orchestral audition excerpt comes from “Momentum” by Meyer. All
players should prepare measure 1 - 84.
You may listen to a recording of the piece by clicking HERE.
This year’s concert will take place at Stone Bridge High School on Saturday, February 20, 2010. Students will rehearse at the school on Friday, February 19 in
preparation for the concert.
Loudoun Symphony Youth Orchestra Auditions
Saturday, September 12, 9:30am-8:00 pm
Held at Wayne's World Studio #4
This is an amazing opportunity for students who love to play to find an ensemble outside of school where
they can play more music,and meet other musicians from the county.
This is an especially great opportunity for wind players to play within an orchestral setting. There's a whole other world of music that comes through orchestral playing, one that offers many challenges and
a lot more independence than when playing within a large section in a band.
Auditions are open to students 10-18 years of age who have at least 3 years of private instruction or
playing experience in school ensembles.
Audition requirements include major scales up to 4 sharps and 4 flats, plus a preparedpiece,
plus sightreading.
If a student is accepted, the tuition for the school year is $300, and there are some scholarships available.
For All String Students:
There is another great opportunity for playing, in addition to the Youth Orchestra. There will be a FREE string workshop
ensemble, with rehearsals every Wednesday during the school year, from 7 PM - 7:30 PM. There are NO auditions required to
enter this program.
For more information, email stringworkshop@loudounsymphony.org
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
CELLOPALOOSA II
Saturday, April 17, 2010
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
This
special cellos only event will be featuring the amazing Peter Wispelwey, who will be giving a masterclass. Registration information
will be posted as it becomes available.
New String Students!
How do I hold my instrument?? (and other timely suggestions!)
(Under Construction)
For Violin and Viola Students:
Make sure you start with good posture!
What a pretty wrist!
Here is what your bow hold should look like.
Your thumb should be resting and "peeking" over.
Not hanging WAY over or tucked behind the instrument.
Winter String Blues....
For everyone
who might be new to taking care of a string instrument winter is a special time of the year. String instruments
require a little extra love when it gets cold outside. Here are some things to consider with your instrument...
1. Buy a dampit (make sure you check your dampit often
to rewet it). Dampits are availible at most music stores and prevent the instrument from cracking.
2. Humidifiers in the room with your instrument
are always great for extra moister.
3. Try to avoid leaving your instrument in the
car for too long.
4. NEVER STORE YOUR INSTRUMENT NEAR A
HEATER OR WINDOW!!! Ms. Kathy a long long time ago learned terrible things will happen in the winter to your instrument
when you do this.
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