Stetson String Academy 2024
We are thrilled to invite students to the Stetson String Academy this fall! The String Academy is held on the DeLand campus of Stetson University. Young string players will be allowed to participate in a range of exciting musical experiences under the guidance of Stetson University faculty artists. It is intended primarily for high-school students; however, talented younger players will be considered. String Academy events include masterclasses with Stetson School of Music faculty, University Symphony Orchestra rehearsal, Chamber Orchestra Concert (a chance to hear the famous German organ), faculty performances and a final Academy Concert.
The Stetson String Academy is open to students in grades 9-12 who play violin, viola, cello, or bass.
The fee is $35 per student, which includes registration, music and two lunches in the Stetson Commons.
Dates: September 12-14, 2024
2024 Audition Excerpts:
William Boyce: Symphony No. 4 in F Major, Op.2, No. 4
Please prepare the entire symphony for the audition to the String Academy.
Thursday, September 12
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Registration (ends at 8:00 p.m.) and seating placement auditions |
| 7-8:30 p.m. | Observe Stetson Symphony Orchestra rehearsing |
| 9:00 p.m. | Meeting of all students |
Friday, September 13
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:45-10:10 a.m. | Academy Orchestra Rehearsal |
| 10:20-11:25 a.m. | Chamber Groups Coaching |
| 11:30-noon | Stetson Faculty Recital |
| noon-1 p.m. | Lunch (provided) |
| 1-2:30 p.m. | Academy Orchestra Rehearsal |
| 3-4 p.m. | Chamber Groups Coaching |
| 4:15-5:30 p.m. | Masterclasses with Stetson Faculty |
| 5:30-7 p.m. | Dinner |
| 7:30 p.m. | Attend Stetson University Chamber Orchestra Concert |
Saturday, September 14
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 9:00-10:15 a.m. | Dress Rehearsal for String Academy Orchestra |
| 10:15-11:30 a.m. | Dress Rehearsal for Chamber Groups |
| 11:30-12:30 p.m. | Lunch (provided) |
| 12:30-1 p.m. | Concert Warmup |
| 1:00 p.m. | String Academy Concert |
| 2:00 p.m. | Pizza Party Finale |
Transportation, lodging and other meals are the responsibility of the participant.
- Information on area lodging, parking locations and the City of DeLand
- Anthony Hose, Conductor of the Stetson University Symphony and Chamber Orchestras.
- Routa Kroumovitch, Professor of Violin, String Coordinator
- Jesus Alfonzo, Professor of Viola
- Meghan Berindean, Professor of Chamber Music, Chamber Music Coordinator
- Michael Hill, Adjunct Professor of Music, Double Bass
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact Sara Scarpelli, Director of Community Outreach, [email protected].