Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Folsom Lake College Youth Chamber Orchestra Announces Inaugural Season

Folsom Lake College Youth Chamber Orchestra announces its inaugural season!

Local youth musicians are encouraged to apply now.

Folsom Lake College and Three Stages announce the exciting first season of the Folsom Lake College Youth Chamber Orchestra, inviting local youth musicians to apply now. The mission of the Orchestra is to inspire music appreciation and excellence among children ages 12-18, and increase community awareness of and participation in the musical experiences of the youth of Folsom Lake College’s service area (Rancho Cordova, Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, Placerville and surrounding communities).

 The Folsom Lake College Youth Chamber Orchestra is made possible thanks to the generous donation of The Robert S. and Star Pepper Foundation.

The Orchestra – which will comprise 16-21 young musicians, 12-18 years of age – announces auditions for violin, viola, cello and bass on Saturday and Sunday, June 2 and 3, at Three Stages at Folsom Lake College (10 College Parkway in Folsom).

To apply, please fill out the Audition Form at threestages.net (go to “Community” on the homepage and select “Youth Chamber Orchestra”) and return with $50 non-refundable audition fee by May 25. This fee will cover the 2012-2013 Season.

The Orchestra Coordinator/Conductor is Dr. Evgeniy Sporov. Before moving to California, Dr. Sporov played the role of lead violin instructor at numerous music camps and was the designated instructor of the first violin section of the Jackson Symphony Youth Orchestra. Before moving to the U.S., Dr. Sporov was the regional supervisor for the string departments of 127 music schools and 3 music colleges in Russia. Dr. Sporov is also an accomplished pianist who has taught piano for nearly ten years.

Dr. Sporov earned his Doctorate in Violin Performance from Michigan State University. He received his Master’s Degree in Chamber Ensemble Performance and a Bachelor’s Degree in Violin Performance from Glinka State Conservatory in Russia.

For additional information and audition requirements, please go to threestages.net, click on “Community” on the homepage and select “Youth Chamber Orchestra.”

Blog Post information and picture provided by Folsom Lake College.


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