Greenwood has no audition requirement and is for intermediate level students.

Learning Recommendations: Successful completion of three or more years of orchestra or the equivalent in private instruction.  

General Description:  This orchestra provides a yearlong elective course for the string player who has had three or more years of experience. While some individual instruction will occur in class, the main goal will be the performance of orchestra literature as a group. Performances are mandatory and will include concerts, festivals, and assemblies. Some before school rehearsals may be required.

Content:  The repertoire for the orchestra is selected from string literature appropriate to the beginning and intermediate high school level.  The repertoire will be specific to each performance event.

Strategies:  Most student learning will take place during rehearsals, but it may also occur during sectional rehearsals, chamber music, and private practice.

Homework:  Private practice is assumed to be a minimum of 30-60 minutes per night. This practice time may include music assigned by the student’s private instructor in addition to music required for ensemble.

Course Fee / Materials:  Yes: there is a class fee and a required ASB card. Potential instrument rental fee  ($150 for the year- cello and bass only). Purchase of concert attire (inquire with director).  More information is available on the IHS Course Guide.

Chamber Strings has an audition requirement and is for the advancing player.

Learning Recommendations:  Membership in Chamber Orchestra is by audition only.  Audition materials are the same as for Evergreen Philharmonic, but with lower tempo requirements.  Please contact Ms. Weitzsacker at weitzsackerl@issaquah.wednet.edu for details.

General Description:  This class serves as a year-long elective course for the advancing musician. Individual instruction will be minimal, with the emphasis on rehearsal technique and preparation for performance. Members are expected to be fully committed to all orchestra activities. Selection will be based on musical ability, instrumentation needs, and the dedication of the student. Some before school rehearsals may be required.

Content:  The repertoire for the orchestra is selected from intermediate to advanced high school level. The repertoire will be specific to each performance event.

Strategies:  Most student learning will take place during orchestral rehearsals, but it may also occur as a result of participation in sectional rehearsals, chamber music and private practice.

Homework: Private practice is assumed to be about an hour per night. It is also assumed that part of this practice time would be on music assigned by the student's private instructor.

Course Fee / Materials:  Yes: there is a class fee and a required ASB card. Potential instrument rental fee  ($150 for the year- cello and bass only). Purchase of concert attire (inquire with director).  More information is available on the IHS Course Guide.