Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra Strings Academy
The AVSO Strings Academy a free music program run by Antelope Valley College, its auxiliary organization the Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale, in partnership with Westside Union School District, and Cottonwood Elementary School. It provides the following at no charge:
• Instrument loan for the duration of the program
• Group instruction and large ensembles led by AVSO musicians
• Opportunities to perform at school meetings, AVSO concerts, and other venues
FACULTY
David Newby, director
Elizabeth Fewtrell, violin
Debra Ellis, violin
Robin Ross, viola
Madlen Sarkissian, cello
John Hester, bass
STAFF
Ensembles Manager, John Hester
Program is open by audition, beginning January 9, 2019.
Instruction begins January, 14, 2019
SCHEDULE
Rehearsals
Cottonwood Elementary School, 2740 W. Avenue P-8, Palmdale, CA 93551
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Saturdays, 9 to 11 a.m.
Performances
Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre
3041 W. Avenue K, Lancaster, CA 93536
Saturday, June 22 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, June 23 at 2 p.m.
INFORMATION
Contact Ensembles Manager John Hester at jhester.avsosa@gmail.com
