Loyola Orchestras

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  Symphony Orchestra

  Previous experience required.
  
  This full-year performance-based course studies, rehearses, and performs intermediate-level music from many eras, styles, and countries worldwide. It is open to any student with experience playing violin, viola, cello, bass, or piano (via audition). Students work on refining their playing abilities, sight reading, and ensemble skills. The Symphony Orchestra performs in concerts and competitions, providing students with valuable performance experience.
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  Honors Orchestra

  Auditioned | Honors credit
  
  As the most advanced orchestra class available at Loyola Academy, this course is designed to teach students higher-level literature. Admittance is by audition only, and space is limited based upon instrumentation. This class will introduce students to diverse styles of music, higher-level playing techniques, refined musical expression, and various performance experiences in chamber music settings. Honors Orchestra students perform at important events, competitions, and festivals.
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  Beginning Instrumental

  This full-year, entry-level course is designed for students interested in playing violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will learn the basic string playing technique, note reading, and rehearsal skills in preparation to join the Loyola Academy Symphony Orchestra the following year. This class is open to all grade levels; no prior musical experience is necessary. If you ever wanted to play a string instrument and be part of a large group, you could register for the Beginning Instrumental class.
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  Private Violin/Viola Lessons

  Loyola Academy hosts professional upper-string teachers who offer students private lessons on campus during their free periods. Lessons can help students prepare for auditions, build confidence, and develop their skills as soloists and ensemble performers. They include developing technique, broadening performance styles, building appropriate solo repertoire, and musical instruction, all of which contribute to the student's personal growth and development.
  
  Contact prustandi@loy.org for more information.