Suzuki Orchestras
"Each orchestra has its own personality, its own identity. The Suzuki Orchestras are very much like families, I feel very lucky to be a part of them. What brings us together is the goal of making music at a high level, and learning from each other in the process. In the context of the Suzuki program, the orchestras are a place to reinforce ideas that are presented in private lessons and group classes, to learn new orchestral techniques, reinforce reading skills, and be introduced to great music. In any other context, it's a great place to be around like-minded students, regardless of instrument, age or background, and create memories, both musical and non-musical. The commitment of the students, teachers and parents, and the love of music allow us all to watch the students grow into fine musicians and amazing human beings."
General Information
Each orchestra has its own personality, its own identity. The Suzuki Orchestras are very much like families, I feel very lucky to be a part of them. What brings us together is the goal of making music at a high level, and learning from each other in the process. In the context of the Suzuki program, the orchestras are a place to reinforce ideas that are presented in private lessons and group classes, to learn new orchestral techniques, reinforce reading skills, and be introduced to great music. In any other context, it's a great place to be around like minded students, regardless of instrument, age or background, and create memories, both musical and non-musical. The commitment of the students, teachers and parents, and the love of music allow us all to watch the students grow into fine musicians and amazing human beings.
Suzuki String Orchestras
Emmett Drake, Director and Conductor
The Suzuki String Orchestras consist of five progressive levels of orchestra for string players trained using the Suzuki method. For students in the Hartt Suzuki Program, these orchestras run back to back with their corresponding group class. For Appoggiatura, Da Capo, and Intermezzo levels, membership in the orchestras is by recommendation by the private teacher, and approval of the conductor. Students who do not participate in the Hartt Suzuki program (but are Suzuki students elsewhere) are welcome to contact the director at drake@hartford.edu to discuss membership in one of these orchestras. Vivace and Opus 89 selection is done by audition only.
Appoggiatura
Wednesdays, 5:45-6:30
First level of orchestra
Da Capo
Tuesdays, 6:00-6:45
Second level of orchestra
Intermezzo
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00
Third level of orchestra
Vivace
Saturdays, 11:15-12:15
Intermediate orchestra
Opus 89
12:30-2:30pm, Saturdays
Advanced Orchestra
Opus 89 is an advanced string orchestra. While part of the Suzuki String Orchestra program, this ensemble is also open to all advanced string players, regardless of their training method. This ensemble performs challenging string orchestra repertoire, and will also feature select wind and percussion players to perform classical-era symphonic works. Opus 89 performs at least twice per year: once in the fall and once in the spring. This ensemble also travels annually, collaborates with other ensembles and performers, and hosts a composition competition each year.
2011-2012 Tuition
$540/year
Tuition included for Community Division private lesson students
A $25 registration fee may apply.
For more information contact The Hartt Community Division at 860-768-4451 or at
harttcomm@hartford.edu.