This is an auditioned group of highly select and serious student musicians interested in performing extremely challenging classical literature. Students must maintain high academic and discipline standards and demonstrate the attitude of professional musicians. Requirements include the participation in several evening concerts as well as other school-sponsored performance opportunities and/or trips (including NYSSMA Majors). Vocal lessons, NYSSMA Solo Festival, NYSSMA Majors Festival and All-County Festivals are extensions of this course and a part of the Music Curriculum Program and will be taught during a small-group lesson period. Participation in an ensemble includes required afterschool and evening attendance at rehearsals and performances that count toward the student’s grade. Students are encouraged to have a full understanding of the after-hours rehearsal/performance schedules prior to enrollment. Acceptable for Regents Diploma Graduation Requirement and Required for the 3- & 5-Unit Sequence in Music Education.
Prerequisites
Audition and Teacher Recommendation