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Volume 47, Issue 4

French horn 

 

Upcoming Concerts 

 

 Sunday, May 6, 3 p.m.
American Youth
Percussion Ensemble 

Langley High School, McLean 

 

Sunday, May 13, 3 p.m.

"Suite Meditations"
String Ensemble
Concert Orchestra  

Bishop Ireton School, Alexandria 

 

Sunday, June 3, 3 p.m.

"Grand Finale"
  Symphonic Orchestra

Philharmonic

Center for the Arts, George Mason University, Fairfax 

 

 

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Information

 
 

American Youth Philharmonic to Perform Concert
of "Russian Storytellers"
 

 

The American Youth Philharmonic (AYP) and Music Director Daniel Spalding take the stage for "Russian Storytellers" on Sunday, April 15, 3:00 p.m. at the Center for the Arts at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. Concert repertoire includes Baba-Yaga, Op. 56 and The Enchanted Lake, Legend for Orchestra, Op. 62 by Liadov; The Distant Princess, Op. 4 by Tcherepnin; an arrangement by Rimsky-Korsakov of Moussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain, Fantasy for Orchestra; and Petrushka (1911) by Stravinsky.

 

"These late Romantic and early Twentieth Century Russian composers are experts at painting scenes and telling stories by utilizing a rich orchestral palette, full of fireworks and passion," said Music Director Daniel Spalding. "If you like music full of excitement and color, then you are going to love this program."

 

Tickets are $14 for adults, $10 for seniors (65+), $10 for students (including college with ID), free for ages 5 and under, and free for music teachers. Tickets available online or at the door [concert details]. The next concert will feature the American Youth Percussion Ensemble on Sunday, May 6, 3:00 p.m. at Langley High School in McLean, Virginia.

 

 

Apply for the 2012-2013 Season

Link to: Homepage | Process | Excerpts | Schedule | Results | FAQ 

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AYPO is still accepting applications from the following instruments to audition for the 2012-2013 orchestra season [deadline has passed for strings]:

 

Trumpet  |  Trombone  |  Tuba  |  French Horn 

Clarinet  |  Flute  |  Oboe  |  Bassoon 

Percussion  |  Harp  

 

AYPO accepts musicians up to age 21 on strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and harp. Applicant should have at least two years of experience on the instrument and be currently enrolled in private lessons. AYPO accepts applicants based on their musical ability without regard to gender, race, religion, disability, or income (full and partial scholarships available).

 

For questions or to apply: contact General Manager Krysta Cihi at [email protected]  

 

If you know of a young, talented musician, please forward this e-mail to let him/her know about a wonderful, unique opportunity!

 

Support AYPO as a Volunteer!

 

There are numerous volunteer opportunities with AYPO ranging from concert ticket sales to auditions.... and we need your help! Volunteers are the very foundation of this organization and AYPO appreciates all of the support. Please see below for the different opportunities coming up!

 

AUDITIONS ROUND 1: Runner or Audition Room Attendant
Saturday, April 28, Kilmer Middle School
Shift 1: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Shift 2: 11:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Shift 3: 3:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Volunteer can be anyone over the age of 14 who is not auditioning for the 2012-2013 season. Volunteer cannot be a relative of someone auditioning. If you cannot volunteer, we will also need people to bring lunch items for the judges (reply to this e-mail to find out details/needs). 

 

CONCERT: "Suite Meditations"
Sunday, May 13, Bishop Ireton High School
Ticket Sales: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Ticket Collection: 2:15 - 3:45 p.m.
Merchandise Sales: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. and during intermission

CONCERT: "Grand Finale"
Sunday, June 3, Center for the Arts at George Mason University
Merchandise Sales: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. and during intermission
Senior Reception: set-up during second half (approx. 3:45 - 4:30 p.m.)
Senior Reception: clean-up after reception (approx. 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.)

 

AUDITIONS ROUND 2: Registration, Runner, Audition Room Attendant
AYPO Administrative Office
Mon, June 4, 3:45 - 6:45 p.m. or 6:30 - 9:15 p.m.
Tues, June 12, 3:45 - 6:45 p.m. or 6:30 - 9:15 p.m.
Sat, June 9 | Sun, June 10 | Sat, June 16 | Sun, June 17
Shift 1: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Shift 2: 11:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Shift 3: 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Volunteer can be anyone over the age of 14 who is not auditioning for the 2012-2013 season. Volunteer cannot be a relative of someone auditioning. If you cannot volunteer, we will also need people to bring food items for the judges (reply to this e-mail to find out details/needs).

 

How to volunteer: respond to this e-mail [[email protected]] with your name and volunteer details

 

Thank you in advance for supporting AYPO! 

 


Regards,

Michelle Wallace

Education & Outreach Manager

American Youth Philharmonic Orchestras

"Training the Creative Minds of the Future"
(703) 642-8051 | [email protected] | www.aypo.org 

 

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Print out this coupon to receive $1 off admission for the following concert: AYP on April 15, 2012. Limit one coupon per ticket purchased. Must present coupon in person. This e-mail & coupon can be forwarded to an unlimited number of recipients and AYPO encourages people to share this offer with friends and family. Visit our website at www.aypo.org for more concert information.

Offer Good For: April 15, 2012