Audition Results
Dear Orchestra Students,
Thank you to so many of you for engaging yourselves in the audition process this year. It was a pleasure to listen to so many well-prepared auditions. I can say without a doubt that this was the most competitive year of auditions since I've been the director at Marcus. I am so excited to work with all of you. Placements are listed by ID number and orchestra placement. Only those that auditioned and are on next year’s rosters are listed, and if you don’t see your ID number, please send me an email. A reminder that we have 3 independent, ability-based orchestras (Chamber, Sinfonia, and Philharmonic). Many factors are involved in determining placement: ability to be successful in the repertoire, balance needs of the ensemble (i.e. an orchestra cannot have 30 violas and 5 cellos), the audition prepared, the body of work you have shown throughout the year, and middle school director recommendation (for incoming 9th graders). It’s highly encouraged that you make every effort to enroll in the orchestra you were placed in. Students may elect to enroll in a lower level orchestra for scheduling purposes, but not higher level. Guidance Counselors will also receive these placements. Both Fall and Spring semester involvement is expected for all orchestras. We seek to build 3 wonderful orchestras with great students in all of them. All students will continue having the opportunity to perform excellent literature, participate in concerts, travel, and enjoy fun social activities. There is a place for you in the MHS Orchestras no matter what your goals are. I have a one-week inquiry policy in regards to audition results (i.e., I will not be talking about audition results until Thursday, June 1, so please hold your e-mails and questions until then). At that point, if you are ready to have a calm, thoughtful, and poised discussion, I am more than happy to talk to you. I can’t wait for next year! Enjoy your summer!
Mrs. Washler