The next concert by the Chamber Ensembles of
Washington University is scheduled for Tuesday, May 1, 2007 at the Holmes Lounge, Brookings, at 8 p.m.  The groups are formed at the beginning of each semester, and any students interested in taking part should audition in the fall.  For information about the audition and to sign up for a time, students should attend the Music Department Open House each fall during the orientation period.

For people interested in engaging a student or professional string group, please contact: 314-935-5581.

For students interested in strings at Washington University, there are several options to consider. Private lessons are offered for violin, viola, cello, viola da gamba and bass. Advanced players should consider auditioning for the ensembles at WU. The symphony orchestra, conducted by Dan Presgrave, meets weekly and gives four concerts per year. The chamber orchestra, conducted by Elizabeth Macdonald, performs two concerts per year, early in each semester. The small chamber ensembles have weekly coaching and perform on and off campus, occasionally for professional engagements.

Students who are interested in auditioning for the chamber orchestra, or other ensembles in the Music Department  should visit the WU Music Department for audition requirements and dates.  The annual open house for entering students wishing to find out about performance opportunities at WU is at the Music Department during the orientation period for new students each fall. Also, there is a complete calendar of music events and information about music courses available on the department web site.