Chamber Music Ensembles
We are excited to offer chamber music opportunities for students to play in small ensembles (4-6 members) under the guidance of a professional chamber music coach! The cost to participate in the program is $175 and need-based assistance is available, with a refundable $20 registration fee due upon applying.
Sinfonia and Concertino Levels
- Open to string players only.
- Receive repertoire to practice on your own and with your ensemble.
- Rehearse one-hour before your regularly scheduled GTCYS rehearsal at the rehearsal venue. You will meet weekly for seven sessions starting in February.
- Work with a professional coach during each session to help, guide, and motivate your ensemble.
- Participate in an informal performance for GTCYS families and friends, including the option to perform in the Orchestra Hall lobby before Spring Festival.
Camerata Con Brio (Brass/Woodwind Pilot Program)
- Open to brass and woodwind players only.
- Receive repertoire to practice on your own and with your ensemble.
- Rehearse one-hour before your regularly scheduled GTCYS rehearsal at the rehearsal venue. You will meet weekly for seven sessions starting in February.
- Work with a professional coach during each session to help, guide, and motivate your quartet.
- Participate in an informal performance for GTCYS families and friends, including the option to perform in the Orchestra Hall lobby before Spring Festival.
Coaching Schedule
- Sinfonia East: 5:30-6:20pm on Feb 25, March 4, April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6
- Sinfonia West: 5:30-6:20pm on Feb. 24, March 3, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5
- Concertino East: 5:45-6:35pm on Feb. 27, March 5, April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8
- Concertino West: 5:45-6:35pm, Feb. 24, March 3, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5
- Camerata Con Brio: 6:00-6:50pm on Feb 25, March 4, April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6
Note that there will be a pause in coaching sessions to accommodate Spring Break schedules.
If you have any questions, please contact Dan Mollick at dan@gtcys.org.