Levine Junior Chamber Ensemble - Strathmore

Group Class
FY25 - Yearlong 24/25|#32468

Sep 14, 2024 - May 10, 2025
Age at least 7 yrs but less than 14y 11m, Mixed
Group Classes - Yearlong7 and over
Activity locationMD CAMPUS - STRATHMORE

Description

These unique chamber group classes are modeled after the small string and wind bands of the various European courts in the 18th Century (the times of Bach, Handel, Haydn, and Mozart). The ensembles usually consist of 5-6 violins and 2-3 cellos and sometimes include woodwind and brass instruments. The classes are designed to help students develop their note reading and ensemble skills.

Course materials and music are determined by the instrumentation of the enrolled students. We'll study a wide variety of musical styles from classical to jazz, prepare three concert programs throughout the year, and repeat each program in two performances.


Performances and one workshop are planned for the following dates:
  • 11/12/24: DC Campus: NW
  • 11/16/24: MD Campus: Strathmore
  • 2/17/25: Orchestral accompaniment and conducting workshop
  • 2/22/25: MD Campus: Strathmore
  • 2/25/25: DC Campus: NW
  • 4/26/25: MD Campus: Strathmore
  • 4/29/25: DC Campus: NW


Please note: An audition is required. Because of the intensity of this program, regular attendance is required. At least one year of private lessons and the ability to read music is required. For string players, skills in vibrato and shifting are not required.

For more information and to schedule an audition, please contact Vasily Popov, Chamber Music Program Chair, at chambermusic@levinemusic.org.

Activity meeting dates

Sep 14, 2024 - May 10, 2025
Sat1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

Instructor

Vasily Popov
(202) 686-8000 Ext. 1581

More Information

SupervisorVasily Popov
Number of sessions30
DepartmentChamber Music
SkillViolin - Viola - Cello - Chamber - Bass - Ensembles
Questions
Please contact the department chair of this class (see bottom of description), or stop by one of our campus front desks.
$640.00
14 openings remaining