SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Symphony Orchestra tackles major works from standard orchestra literature, as well as contemporary arrangements, and more recently written orchestra pieces. Student and adult musicians' playing experience ranges from seven to many years.
Quick Information
Regular Rehearsals:
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Tuesdays, 7:15 to 9:15 PM
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Rehearsals take place at Chief Sealth High School
Concert
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Concerts take place at Chief Sealth High School Auditorium
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Concert attire is all black
Placement Auditions for those new to the Symphony Orchestra:
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Musicians new to WSCO or new to the Symphony Orchestra are asked to play for the conductor or one of the coaches at the start of the season.
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Auditions will take place prior to the beginning of each session at Chief Sealth High School
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Placement auditions by arrangement. To schedule an audition, contact info@wscorchestras.org
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For placement in the Symphony Orchestra, please be prepared to play:
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2 Major scales of your choice (2 octaves)
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2 Minor scales of your choice (2 octaves)
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2 minutes of your choice of excerpts, or a piece you have prepared.
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Expect some sight-reading (which will be an excerpt of current repertoire)
Cost:
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Students K-12: FREE!
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Adult fee: $75 for Fall session, $150 for Winter/Spring session
Conductor: Anna Wittstruck