Intermediate Strings

This ensemble serves as the second year class to continue the development of skills learned in Beginning Strings. Emphasis is placed on proper bow hold and strengthening left hand technique along with ensemble playing. This class is also the training group for Junior Orchestra. The Intermediate String Orchestra is required to perform in two public concerts. Students must be able to attend occasional afterschool and evening rehearsals. Students must own or rent an instrument by the end of the first week of class. Performance attire for all students is black shirt/blouse and black pants/slacks or dress, with black socks and black dress shoes. Private lessons are encouraged.

Students are required to participate in at least one public concert.

Open to: Grades 7-12

Term: 2 sem Credit: 1 unit (Non-Academic Credit)

Prerequisite: Teacher approval and Audition

Pay to Particpate: $20

Performance Attire: white shirt/blouse and black knee-length skirt or longer/black dress slacks and black dress shoes (girls); white shirt and black dress pants with black socks and black dress shoes (boys)