our ENSEMBLES

Note: Due to the uncertainty of these times, there are many things we don't yet know about this coming year. Among them are how large (or small) our different groups may be, whether we will be able to perform concerts, etc. This year may develop out of necessity into more of a "strings lab" rather than "orchestra." All times listed are subject to future adjustment, to potentially allow for safe entry/exit, cleaning between classes, and other safety considerations.

preparatory strings

Preparatory strings is a smaller, limited-size class for students who already play violin, viola, cello or bass, but aren’t quite ready for Intermediate Strings. This class will work especially on music reading, playing in more keys, and understanding rhythms, as well as reinforcing basic technique. Preparatory Strings meets from 11:30 -- 12:30 on Mondays.

intermediate strings

Intermediate Strings is a string orchestra which plays easy to medium-level string orchestra music of many styles. Intermediate Strings meets from 12:45 -- 1:45 on Mondays.

ADVANCED STRINGS

Advanced Strings is a string chamber orchestra which plays moderately difficult student orchestra repertoire. Advanced Strings meets from 2:00 -- 3:00 on Mondays.
All groups normally participate in fall & spring concerts, plus possible performances at other venues. Bravo’s regular concerts also provide the opportunity for select students to perform recital or chamber music pieces they have polished. Note: BRAVO may not be able to offer live performances this year. If concerts are not possible, we will seek to replace them with video projects to document what students have achieved.

An informal audition is required to join BRAVO’s Preparatory, Intermediate or Advanced ensembles.

Please visit the Join Us page for audition information.
Parents who play a stringed instrument may participate in any group for which they are qualified (space permitting)! Participating parents pay a reduced fee.

Qualified students (or parents) may play in more than one ensemble, or may move to a different ensemble during the year.

For instance:
--If you are making progress, you may move up to a more advanced group.
--If you just want to play more, you can play in more than one group.
--You can play a second instrument in another group (for example, violin in Advanced and cello in Intermediate).
--There is no extra tuition or fee to play in more than one group! The only requirement is permission from the director.