Ensemble education transforms music learning into a social and interactive journey, preparing students with life skills beyond music including leadership, collaboration, and confidence. Students progress through expressing their creativity together while working as a team to create work they are proud of.
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The Midwest String Orchestra guides young students through acts of resilience, maturity, and patience, allowing them to start their musical journey when they are most developing as humans.
LEARN
Students are introduced to ensemble music through a socially interactive environment at a young age.
MASTER
We teach our students to take ownership through individual preparedness and foster a deep appreciation for their achievements.
PROGRESS
The Midwest String Orchestra's comprehensive ensemble experience prepares students for their next big journey in music mastery, the Midwest Philharmonic Orchestra.
HOW TO ENROLL
Step 1: Fill out the online application
Step 2: Upload a video of your playing
Step 3: Get approved
Step 4: Your journey begins!
REQUIREMENTS
All ages and skill levels are welcome. The MSO program is designed for beginner to intermediate string players.
Midwest String Orchestra Scales
(Two scales of choice)
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Midwest String Orchestra Solo
A solo piece or passage that includes up to 3rd (or 5th) position that shows the candidate’s techniques, musical interpretation and musicianship.
No accompaniment needed.
JOIN US TODAY!
The Midwest String Orchestra is the preparatory training orchestra of the Midwest Philharmonic Orchestra.