Young Musicians’ Orchestra (YMO)
APPLY NOW FOR THE 2012-2013 SEASON!
Five Great Reasons to Join a YMO
- Students interact and perform with other string players (ages 8-18) who want to engage in exceptional music learning and performing;
- Parents develop a social network with other parents of young musicians;
- Experience a wide range of exciting repertoire and techniques: from classical to jazz and contemporary;
- Work with an outstanding staff;
- One weekly, interesting and engaging rehearsal.
The Young Musicians’ Junior Orchestra
Thursday’s (August-May)
5:45 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ
3010 De Soto Boulevard 33134
(across from the Biltmore Hotel)
$210/yr (non-refundable)
Prerequisites
- Mastery through a string methods Book II (e.g., Suzuki, Essential Elements or Mark O’Connor)
- Currently study your instrument with a private teacher
- A commitment to attend all weekly rehearsals
Audition Requirements
- One solo piece (i.e., non-orchestral) that best represents player’s current ability
- Scales, one-octave: G Major and F Major
- Sight-reading
The Young Musicians’ INTERMEDIATE Orchestra
Thursday’s (August-May)
7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ
3010 De Soto Boulevard 33134
(across from the Biltmore Hotel)
$210/yr (non-refundable)
Prerequisites
- Mastery through a string methods Book III (e.g., Suzuki or Mark O’Connor)
- Currently study your instrument with a private teacher
- A commitment to attend all weekly rehearsals
Audition Requirements
- Two contrasting solo pieces (i.e., non-orchestral) that best represent player’s current ability
- Scales, two octaves: d natural minor and A Major
- Sight-reading
The CGCC Community Arts Program Conservatory for the Arts Young Musicians’ JUNIOR & INTERMEDIATE Orchestras are after-school ensembles for beginning to intermediate string players who will benefit from engaging in weekly highly-structured learning/rehearsal sessions and a minimum of four performances. These Orchestras also serve as a primer for the CGCCCommunity Arts Program Young Musicians’ Advanced String Orchestra.
JUNIOR Orchestra and INTERMEDIATE Orchestra participants learn the mechanics of and the techniques for preparing a broad spectrum of repertoire (classical, jazz and contemporary, including commissioned works). Rehearsals engage participants in developing the best music-making decisions within the broad spectrum of repertoire presented. This approach fosters solid technique, confidence, a feel for various music styles, and the importance of team work for exceptional ensemble and individual growth.
The Young Musicians’ Advanced Orchestra
Thursday’s (August-May)
6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ
3010 De Soto Boulevard 33134
(across from the Biltmore Hotel)
$210/yr (non-refundable)
Prerequisites
- Mastery through Suzuki Book IV or beyond
- Currently study your instrument with a private teacher
- A commitment to attend all weekly rehearsals
- Use vibrato
- Solid sight-reading skills
- A professional attitude
Audition Requirements
- Two contrasting solo pieces (i.e., non-orchestral) that best represent player’s current ability
- Scales, three octaves: Chosen from all major & minor scales
- Sight-reading
The Young Musicians’ ADVANCED Orchestra provides greater insights into the professional music world through the more intricate challenges of advanced literature, analysis, technique and ensemble work. Participants study repertoire and techniques that span classical, jazz and contemporary music (including commissioned works). These form the basis for coaching sessions, weekly group rehearsals, an average of four public performances, and the development and marketability of a complete musician.
Questions? Call or email: 305.448.7421, ext. 120 or info@CommunityArtsProgram.org