Violin Ensemble
Designed for both Suzuki and traditional violin students, the Violin Ensemble (VE), is an entry-level ensemble for the Community School of Performing Arts pre-college orchestra program. Emphasis is placed on reinforcing reading skills, developing musicianship, and introducing orchestral performance techniques, such as learning proper violin posture when seated with a music stand and how to read and mark a music score.
All new and returning students must audition for placement.
Duration
Weekly on Wednesdays, 6:00 – 6:40 pm
Prerequisites
Participants must study privately and are required to have finished Joanne Martin, I Can Read Music, Volume 1 (or an equivalent reading book) prior to audition. No previous orchestral experience is necessary.
Minimum Age Requirement
3rd grade; must be eight years old by September 1, 2026
Recommended Minimum Level of Playing
Gavotte, P. Martini (Suzuki Vol. 3)
Audition Information
In-person auditions for the 2026–2027 academic year will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Upon completion of the application form, a link will be provided to schedule an audition time.
Audition Requirements
Please be prepared to demonstrate:
- Two scales. A two-octave G Major scale AND a two-octave D Major scale. The scales should be memorized and played slurred, 2 quarter notes per bow at a moderate tempo. (Quarter note = 72)
- A polished solo piece. Choose 2 to 3 minutes that represent your technical skill and musicianship.
- Audition excerpt. Gavotte, M. Marais (formally attributed to J.B. Lully) – play bracketed portion only.
- Sight Reading. A series of sight reading examples will be presented at your audition.
Audition results will be sent via email by midnight on June 15, 2026.