Philharmonic Orchestra

Catalog description

Orchestra rehearsal and performance. MUSIC 77 Philharmonic Orchestra (1 per semester/maximum of 8 (GA)(BA) This course meets the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements. The Philharmonic Orchestra is an auditioned instrumental ensemble that rehearses two times per week to develop student instrumental and musicianship skills as well as to develop individual and ensemble musicality and expression. Repertoire includes the standard literature from the 19th and 20th centuries as well as new music written for symphony orchestra. The ensemble presents at least two on-campus performances per semester, and off-campus performances are scheduled each year. The goals of this course are to develop the instrumental performing skills, music reading abilities, and interpretive capabilities of the class members within a large symphonic orchestra context. Students will be assessed by the use of performance evaluation and assessment of participation and contribution to established goals of the ensemble. The course is for students who have advanced performance skills on standard orchestral string, wind, and percussion instruments. An audition is required.