Preparatory Strings
Preparatory Strings offers an exceptional opportunity for young musicians to develop their ensemble skills in a supportive environment. This is the entry-level ensemble for strings. All first year orchestra members will generally start in this group. Participants should usually be at least 7 years old and have at least 2 years playing experience (minimum RCM Grade 1 / end of Suzuki Book 1 level). The orchestra concentrates on basic orchestral skills.
Conductor: Christina Visy
CRN | Day | Date | Time | Room | Fee |
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90126 | Tuesday | September 19, 2023 - May 21, 2024 | 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. | TransAlta Pavilion | $375 |
Debut Strings
Debut Strings offers an exceptional opportunity for young musicians to develop their ensemble skills in a supportive environment. Generally, students must have at least 1 year of previous orchestral experience (Preparatory Strings or its equivalent) to be eligible for the Debut Strings. Participants will benefit from further ensemble skills in preparation for Chamber Strings, Junior Sinfonia, or the Conservatory Sinfonia.
Conductor: Susanna Walker
CRN | Day | Date | Time | Room | Fee |
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90126 | Thursday | September 21, 2023 - May 23, 2024 | 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. | TransAlta Pavilion | $375 |
Chamber Strings A & B
Chamber Strings is a small orchestra for students (generally 12 & under) who will benefit from detailed training. Members usually have at least 2 years of orchestral training. Due to the large number of qualified players in this age group, Chamber Strings is divided by age into two groups: Chamber A and Chamber B. Both of these ensembles rehearse at the same time.
Conductor Chamber Strings A: Chris Sandvoss
CRN | Day | Date | Time | Room | Fee |
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90126 | Thursday | September 21, 2023 - May 23, 2024 | 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. | TransAlta Pavilion | $410 |
Conductor Chamber Strings B: Susanna Walker
CRN | Day | Date | Time | Room | Fee |
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90520 | Thursday | September 21, 2023 - May 23, 2024 | 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. | ED2001 | $410 |
Junior Sinfonia
Junior Sinfonia welcomes string players 12-17 years of age with some previous ensemble experience, strong reading skills and enthusiasm for creating music with others.
Conductor: Christina Visy
CRN | Day | Date | Time | Room | Fee |
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90122 | Tuesday | September 19, 2023 - May 21, 2024 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | ED2102 | $510 |
Conservatory Sinfonia
Conservatory Sinfonia is an award-winning ensemble for advanced string players ages 12 to 16. This orchestra performs music from professional repertoire and a high degree of commitment is expected. In addition to weekly rehearsals, players participate in an annual workshop with a guest conductor. Formerly known as Conservatory Strings, the ensemble has produced two CDs and have been recorded by the CBC.
Conductor: Chris Sandvoss
CRN | Day | Date | Time | Room | Fee |
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90034 | Friday | September 22, 2022 - May 10, 2023 | 4:30 - 6:45 p.m. | TransAlta Pavilion | $525 |
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