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The goal is very simply stated, but a little more difficult to attain: We want to be one of the finest orchestra programs in the state of Illinois. Every year we get fantastic musicians from our middle schools, so we know we can do it, and together we will.
There are currently three orchestras at SCN: The Concert Orchestra (open to all freshman string students), The Symphonic Orchestra (10-12) and the Chamber Orchestra (by audition). Please contact Mr. Wis if you have any questions regarding our string program.
Concert Orchestra
This course is open to grade 9 students who participated in middle school band or with the permission of the instructor. Concert Orchestra studies introductory level classical music through instrumental performance. Standard instrumentation is utilized, including violin, viola, cello, string bass, and piano/harp. Woodwind, brass, and percussion students are sometimes added at various time of the year. Students are instructed and assessed in many areas of musicianship, including: tone, technique, rhythm, and basic music theory.
Symphonic Orchestra
This course is open to grade 10, 11 & 12 students who participated in Concert Orchestra. Symphonic Orchestra studies intermediate level classical music through instrumental performance. Standard instrumentation is utilized, including violin, viola, cello, string bass, and piano/harp. Woodwind, brass, and percussion students are sometimes added at various time of the year. Students are instructed and assessed in many areas of musicianship, including: tone, technique, rhythm, and music theory.
Chamber Orchestra
This course is open to grade 10, 11 & 12 students by audition. Chamber Orchestra studies advanced level classical music through instrumental performance. Standard instrumentation is utilized, including violin, viola, cello, string bass, and piano/harp. Woodwind, brass, and percussion students are sometimes added at various time of the year. Students are instructed and assessed in many areas of musicianship, including: tone, technique, rhythm, and basic music theory.
Be sure to check the calendar for our performace dates for the year. It's going to be a great season!
