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Spring 2025 Orchestral Ensembles Information
Symphony Orchestra (MUAP 345/545/645): The Symphony Orchestra is the premiere performing group of the orchestral area with a wide and diverse repertoire and up to 5 concerts performances per semester. Entrance into this group is via audition regardless of major. For more information on Symphony Orchestra, please contact Dr. Omelchenko (omelchkl@jmu.edu).
Meeting Times:
Monday, 3:00-3:50pm
Tuesday/Thursday, 2:20-3:35pm
Forbes 1115 and Forbes Concert Hall
Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert Dates*:
- February 21 (Discovery Concert), 10:00am & 12:00pm
- March 9, 2:00pm
- April 27 (Honors Concert), 2:00pm
*please review your syllabus for dress rehearsal dates for these concerts.
Chamber Orchestra (MUAP 344/544): The JMU Chamber Orchestra is comprised of string, wind, brass, & percussion musicians, and presents up to 4 performances each year. Membership is open, through the audition process, to all students regardless of major looking for an opportunity to continue playing at JMU. They perform two concerts a semester. Works programmed include compositions from the Baroque, Classical, early 19th century, as well as chamber works of the 20th century. For more information on Chamber Orchestra, please contact Dr. Omelchenko (omelchkl@jmu.edu).
Meeting Times:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 11:30am-12:20pm
Forbes 1115 and Forbes Recital Hall
Chamber Orchestra Spring Concert Dates*:
- March 4, 7:00pm
- April 22, 7:00pm
*please review your syllabus for dress rehearsal dates for these concerts.