HCPSS ES G/T Orchestra - CLES Chamber Orchestra
ESGTO
The GT Orchestra and Sinfonia are two ensembles comprised of the best musicians from all of Howard County. Students must audition in order to be accepted into one of the orchestras.
The Howard County Gifted and Talented Orchestra Program was created to enhance the orchestral experience of our students. Each orchestra is designed to meet the needs of the student who exceeds the orchestra curriculum at their grade level. In order to be aligned with the purpose of the Gifted and Talented Program the orchestras have been named GT Sinfonia and GT Orchestra.
The Sinfonia performs music one to two grade levels above the curricular standard and the GT Orchestra performs music three or more levels above the curricular standard.
Some things to note about ESGTO
The Howard County Gifted and Talented Orchestra Program was created to enhance the orchestral experience of our students. Each orchestra is designed to meet the needs of the student who exceeds the orchestra curriculum at their grade level. In order to be aligned with the purpose of the Gifted and Talented Program the orchestras have been named GT Sinfonia and GT Orchestra.
The Sinfonia performs music one to two grade levels above the curricular standard and the GT Orchestra performs music three or more levels above the curricular standard.
Some things to note about ESGTO
- All applicants must be members of their own school orchestra in order to qualify.
- If after auditioning, your child is selected to be in the orchestra, there is a one-time $275.00 tuition fee assessed to parents of each participating student.
- All rehearsals and concerts are mandatory. Please check the rehearsal schedule at hocoyo.org to avoid conflicts.
- Parents are responsible for transporting their child to and from rehearsals and performances on time. A list of members will be sent home so that carpools can be arranged.
CLES Chamber Orchestra
The CLES Chamber Orchestra is an extra-curricular, before-school, ensemble that provides an additional musical challenge for Orchestra students. This is an auditioned group that performs above grade level music.
Auditions
The audition requirements will be the same for both the ESGTO and CLES Chamber Orchestra.
ESGTO Auditions
Audition Dates: September 19th - 22nd, from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Audition Location: Long Reach High School (6101 Old Dobbin Rd, Columbia)
Download the registration form, fill it out, and bring it to your audition.
CLES Chamber Orchestra Auditions
Auditions will be held from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m., and during your child's Recess time. Dates TBD
- Prepared Piece: All instruments must play a solo piece which is demonstrative of their ability. The suggested level is a work that is equal to Suzuki Book 2 in difficulty.
- Audition Excerpt: Click your instrument to view the music. (Music will be available on the first student day of school.)
- Sight Reading: Your child will be given music at the audition to perform without prior practice.
ESGTO Auditions
Audition Dates: September 19th - 22nd, from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Audition Location: Long Reach High School (6101 Old Dobbin Rd, Columbia)
Download the registration form, fill it out, and bring it to your audition.
CLES Chamber Orchestra Auditions
Auditions will be held from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m., and during your child's Recess time. Dates TBD
CLES Chamber Orchestra Information and Schedule
Information and Schedule
The Orchestra will meet on Monday mornings from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. in the Orchestra Room.
The CLES Chamber Orchestra will meet Monday's. Schedule TBD
CLES Chamber Orchestra Performances:
Performance Schedule TBD
The Orchestra will meet on Monday mornings from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. in the Orchestra Room.
The CLES Chamber Orchestra will meet Monday's. Schedule TBD
CLES Chamber Orchestra Performances:
Performance Schedule TBD
