2023-2024 Programs

Programs

ORCHESTRA*

Aria Advanced String Orchestra

* AUDITION ONLY

Thursdays at Colorado Springs Christian Schools (CSCS)

4:30-6:30 p.m. beginning Thursday, January 25, 2024

Chamber-style

Age: 13-18

Suzuki Book 4+

Supports advanced string musicians who seek to experience a broader range of repertoire and develop musicianship and ensemble skills in a chamber style setting. Musicians can look forward to exploring repertoire throughout the ages.

Cantata Intermediate String Orchestra

* AUDITION ONLY

Mondays at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church

4:30-6:30 p.m. beginning Monday, January 22, 2024

String Orchestra

Age: 11-18

Suzuki Book 2+

Welcoming intermediate string musicians who are looking to play in an orchestra setting. Musicians will enjoy exploring various works while learning to play in a group setting.

BEGINNER STRINGS

Crossroads Beginner Strings

NO AUDITION NECESSARY

Mondays at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church

3:15-4:05 p.m. beginning January 22, 2024

Beginner String Program

Age: 7-12

Open to children ages 7+ who would like to explore the world of music through a string instrument. Learn the basics of instrument set-up, sound production, proper bow hold, reading music, and learning short songs. Registered students will experience 50 minutes of instruction and 10 minutes of fellowship. There will be a Winter and Spring concert.

Crossroads Beginner Strings Tuition:

* $265 per semester (September to December or January to May)

* Full tuition due by first rehearsal on January 22, 2024

* $75.00 non-refundable deposit due upon registration to hold your spot

* Tuition includes: 1 hour weekly instruction, music, and t-shirt

* Musicians should be sized to an instrument

* Note: Instrument rental is not included with tuition

Audition Information

Auditions are CLOSED for the 2023-2024 season.

Previous Audition Requirements:

1. Solo: Musician's choice. Solo should showcase shifting, tone, vibrato, musicality, and rhythm. 1-minute limit. Acapella only.

2. Scale: Coordinating 1, 2, or 3-octave scale in the same key as the solo piece.

3. Excerpts are posted at the BOTTOM of this page.

* Video submissions: For those that are unable to make the in-person audition, your video should be in ONE take. No edits. Please include solo, scale, and two excerpts. Our conductor reserves the right to set-up a video call with you for the sight-reading portion of auditions. Please email video auditions for consideration to office@coloradocrossroadsyo.org.

Auditions will be evaluated on presentation, tone, musicality, accuracy, intonation, technique, and rhythm. A copy of the audition evaluation and comments will be available to all participating musicians.

The audition fee is $25 per person payable via check, cash, Venmo, or PayPal the day of your audition.

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