Course number: MUSC 1629-4629
Credit: 1 credit, full-year course
Rehearsal time: Thursday, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Additional sectional rehearsals added as needed
Location: MYB Conservatory Room 004 [Band Room]
Comprised of students from all departments of the university, as well as members of the local community, the chamber orchestra performs works both for full orchestra as well as for string orchestra. The ensemble is a great way for those with some experience or training to continue to grow musically and have fun. The MtA Chamber Orchestra is directed by Prof. James Kalyn.
Performances
2023/2024
Thursday, Oct 12, 10:30am, Pops Concert Matinée, Convocation Hall
Friday, Oct 13, 7:30pm, Pops Concert, Convocation Hall
Thursday, Nov 30, 8:00pm, Brunton Auditorium
Thursday, Apr 4, 8:00pm, Brunton Auditorium
Auditions
Audition Requirements
Strings
One movement, part of a movement, or study of your choice. Up to 3 minutes.
One two-octave scale, or preferably three-octave scale.
Winds & Percussion
Use the materials for Symphonic Band auditions. You only need to do one audition for both ensembles.
First Rehearsal and Audition Dates
Auditions will be held live from September 3-7.
An online sign-up sheet is available here.
***(You may be asked to sign into your MtA Microsoft 365 account)
Wind players must audition no later than Wed. Sept. 6.
String players may audition any day Sept. 3-7.