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Chamber Orchestra

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Playing together changes everything. Crowden's Chamber Orchestra instills in young string players the skills, repertoire, and joy of making music as one. In the Chamber Orchestra, students learn to follow a conductor and engage with a variety of high quality repertoire.

When: 

When: September 1, 2026 to June 1, 2027

Ages: 

Ages: 9 to 12

Tuition:

Full year tuition: $3095 or Monthly tuition: 4-week month $344, 5-week month $430
Status: Fall registration is OPEN!
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Course Description

Rebecca Reed-Lunn, Chamber Orchestra Program Director

Full academic year program from September 1, 2026 to June 1, 2027.

Tuesdays | 4:30 to 6pm

Chamber Orchestra Concerts

December 11, 2026 | Youth Ensembles Fall Concert
March 12, 2027 | Youth Ensembles Winter Concert
May 22, 2027 | Suzuki and Chamber Orchestra Spring Concert

Ensemble playing is at the heart of a Crowden music education. Crowden’s Chamber Orchestra gives young string players the experience of following a conductor, exploring high-quality repertoire, and developing the collaborative and interpersonal skills that ensemble playing demands. Students should be comfortable with shifting and vibrato before auditioning. If demand warrants, the group will be divided into two orchestras.

Chamber Orchestra is a natural stepping stone toward Crowden’s more advanced Youth Chamber Music program.

Students must study privately with a teacher of their choice. Audition required for placement. For auditions, prepare two pieces in contrasting styles and a short sight-reading excerpt. 

Tuition Details
Chamber Orchestra tuition is $3095 for the full year or billed monthly based on the number of weeks in the month. Monthly tuition varies between 4-week months at $344 and 5-week months at $430. A $25 registration fee applies. Enrollment form collects billing information but you are not charged until you are placed and classes begin.

Ready to Enroll?

To register for this program, please complete our online enrollment form. Options for full tuition and monthly payment plans are available. You’ll be directed to SessionUp (formerly TeacherZone), our enrollment platform. New to Crowden? You’ll be prompted to create an account from the registration page. Returning students who previously used TeacherZone can click Forgot Password and enter their existing username or email to set a new password. If you need any assistance, our team is available to help at communityed@crowden.org. Mid-year applicants are welcome as space permits.

Chamber Orchestra + Private Lessons — 30% Discount: Pair Chamber Orchestra with weekly private lessons (non-Suzuki) and receive 30% off the ensemble class.