Prelude String Ensemble
Prelude String Ensemble (PSE) is an introductory string orchestra group designed for string students in elementary school and middle school with at least one year of playing experience who may not be ready for CYSO. With PSE students can:
How do I join Prelude String Ensemble?
There are three requirements:
Auditions are tentatively scheduled to be held in Fall 2021 for the 2021-2022 season. This website will be updated as more information becomes available.
- Gain experience playing in a mixed string ensemble.
- Improve sight-reading skills.
- Prepare for future placement with CYSO.
How do I join Prelude String Ensemble?
There are three requirements:
- Students must have at least one year of playing experience.
- Students must be participating in a school music program and/or taking private lessons.
- Students must audition to be admitted, as there is a minimum playing level required. See below for specific audition requirements.
Auditions are tentatively scheduled to be held in Fall 2021 for the 2021-2022 season. This website will be updated as more information becomes available.
Please direct all questions about PSE to Taylor Barr at preludestringensemble@gmail.com or 909-234-8200.
PSE Audition Requirements
1. Play C major, D major, G major, and F major scales. Student decides the number of octaves to demonstrate ability.
2. Play a prepared short piece or excerpt (no more than 2 minutes long). It does not need to be memorized. If you have an extra copy of the sheet music, please bring it for the judge; otherwise, the judge can just look over your shoulder when you play.
3. Sight-read a musical excerpt that is consistent with the level of playing expected in PSE.
2. Play a prepared short piece or excerpt (no more than 2 minutes long). It does not need to be memorized. If you have an extra copy of the sheet music, please bring it for the judge; otherwise, the judge can just look over your shoulder when you play.
3. Sight-read a musical excerpt that is consistent with the level of playing expected in PSE.
PSE Rehearsal Schedule
PSE rehearses on Tuesday evenings 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. in the William J. Huff Recital Hall at Claremont Community School of Music, 951 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711. (See map below.) PSE is grateful to Claremont Community School of Music for the use of its rehearsal facilities.