Preparatory String Orchestra

Marta Zurad, Conductor

Preparatory String Orchestra (PSO 8:30 & 10:30) is open to early intermediate string players. Students placed in PSO are comfortable shifting and playing fast passage work and able to play with a solid, confident tone that is generally well in tune. While orchestral assignments are made by level, not age, most members of PSO are in grades 6-8. 

Rehearsals: Saturdays, 8:30-10:00 AM & 10:30 AM-12:00 PM in Pierce Hall

2019-2020 Concert Schedule

PSO 8:30
Saturday, December 21, 2019
2:00 PM in Jordan Hall

Saturday, June 13, 2020
3:00 PM in Jordan Hall

PSO 10:30
Saturday, December 14, 2019
3:00 PM in Jordan Hall

Saturday, June 6, 2020
12:00 PM in Jordan Hall

Placement and Seating Audition Information

Auditions for PSO are held in the spring for the following year. Additional audition times may be available in the fall for any remaining openings. 

Seating Audition Sign-up: After gaining admission to the ensemble, all PSO students will take a seating audition. Information regarding the 2019-2020 auditions will be available August 1, 2019.

Calendar

PSO 8:30 Rehearsal Calendar 2019-20

PSO 10:30 Rehearsal Calendar 2019-20

Attendance

Attendance is required at all regularly scheduled classes, rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances. Full attendance policy

Still have questions?

Contact Laura Mixter, Large Ensemble Coordinator, by email, or call the NEC Prep hotline at  (617) 585-1160.

During the academic year, PSO members can also contact the PSO Student Manager.