2026 Chamber Orchestra Auditions

Chamber Orchestra
Auditions for 2026/2027 Season

Conducted by Javan Carson, this orchestra was formed to create a high-level string ensemble, to perform advanced chamber literature. This is a program for students who have played for several years and have had private lessons. The Chamber Orchestra concentrates on refining students’ orchestral playing techniques by focusing on ensemble skills, sight-reading, advanced playing positions, and advanced bowing techniques. Students must audition to participate in the program.
Chamber Orchestra Auditions are for:
- players who can tune their own instrument
- players who can sight-read in 1st through 3rd positions (violins/violas), 1st through 4th (cellos)
- players who are familiar with keys up to 4 sharps and 3 flats
- players who are able to play spiccato at different speeds and have started working on more advanced bow techniques
- violin and viola players who can play fluently in 1st through 3rd positions and can play in 4th and 5th positions (Violas should have basic knowledge of treble clef). Cello players who can play fluently in 1st through 4th positions and have basic knowledge of tenor clef
- players who can play with fluent vibrato
- players who have a few years of ensemble experience and are a member of their school’s instrumental music program
- players who are coming from Concert Strings or new players with skills equivelant to the following:
Instrument Proficiency:

Orchestra music: Grade 3.5 - 5

Suzuki level: late Book 4 - Book 7 (violin), late Book 4 - 6 (viola and cello)

Ages: 11-Senior in high school

Audition Requirements for Chamber Orchestra
- a 3-octave major and a 3-octave minor scale
- a solo of your choice (about 2-3 minutes) that shows your highest level of technique on your instrument at the audition you will be given a short excerpt to sight-read
The season begins with a three-day summer music camp at the Arvada Center.

Audition Fee: $20

Summer Camp: $160

Full Season Tuition: $540

Rehearsals: Wednesdays 7:40-9:10

August 2026-April 2027
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What Grade will you be going into Fall 2025?*
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How many years have you played your instrument*
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Audition slots are each 10 minutes long. Please make sure to arrive early to help us stay on schedule
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Chamber Orchestra

Auditions for 2026/2027 Season

Please choose a date and time for your audition