Concert Orchestra 

• 9th Grade, Non Auditioned Orchestra for students with good basic skills. Students will learn shifting, vibrato, theory, and bowing techniques. 

Symphonic I Orchestra

• 10th grade orchestra expanding on skills learned in 9th grade orchestra. Students will play increasingly more complex music incorporating more high intermediate skills and a broader range of key signatures. Available to 9th graders based upon audition results.

Chamber Orchestra 

• Advanced level class for Juniors & Seniors who have received approval from Mrs. West. Students will continue to develop mature skills and a facility to play high intermediate and advanced music.  

Honors Chamber Orchestra 

• Advanced Level Auditioned Orchestra for ambitious students who demonstrate a high level of accomplishment on their instrument. The HonorsChamber Orchestra may include small ensemble work and emphasizes participation in Solo & Ensemble and other competitive and non-competitive festivals. Honors Chamber requires extra performances.

 

Information for 8th Graders

What Orchestra Class do I register for?

• Concert Orchestra

How do I audition for Symphonic I or Chamber Orchestra?

• Audition Form Due: April 14
• JHS Orchestra Audition Form 2025

JHS Orchestra Questions & Answers

VIDEOS

JHS Orchestra Registration Video

JHS Orchestra Virtual Concert - April 1st, 2021

JHS Orchestra Virtual Concert Highlights, April 2021

JHS VIRTUAL CONCERT ORCHESTRA - December 9th, 2020

JHS Why Orchestra?