All students will be notified of placement the week following the audition. Orchestra rehearsals begin the end of September. Harry Davidson, Former Conductor First of all, I believe music-making should be an inclusive experience. Performing or even listening to classical music is often perceived as an exclusive activity, which in my opinion is a deterrent to people taking advantage of a wonderful part of life. This is also a problem for the arts in American society.
Every student is capable of contributing something to an orchestra.
There are wide varieties of experience and training represented among students in two orchestras. When their individual abilities are effectively combined and focused, they can achieve a result in which they can all take pride. I call such a result, a minor miracle. More advanced students have the opportunity to learn leadership skills and the less advanced are encouraged to play beyond their abilities. In the end, a positive experience is enjoyed by all.