Orchestra

Orchestra III

Prerequisite: Audition by instructor, Orchestra II This orchestra provides an opportunity for students to continue instrumental development at an intermediate/advanced level. Time will be required outside of class for rehearsals, trips, and other engagements. Attendance at all outside of school rehearsals and performances is required. This is a full year course.

Orchestra III H

Prerequisite: Audition and recommendation of instructor, Orchestra II Although encompassing the same performance expectations as the regular orchestra course, this class has an added emphasis on research and individualized study, leading to the development of comprehensive individual musicianship. This is a full-year course.

Orchestra IV

Prerequisite: Audition by instructor, String Orchestra III This class is a continuation of String Orchestra III. This orchestra provides an opportunity for students to continue instrumental development at an intermediate/advanced will be required outside of class for rehearsals, trips, and other engagements. Attendance at all outside of school rehearsals and performances is required. This is a full year course.

Orchestra IV H

Prerequisite: Audition and recommendation of instructor, Orchestra III Although encompassing the same performance expectations as the regular orchestra course, this class has an added emphasis on research and individualized study, leading to the development of comprehensive individual musicianship. This is a full-year course.

Symphony Orchestra

The Plano West Symphony Orchestra is recognized as one of the outstanding ensembles in the United States. Members of the orchestra will rehearse one evening a week starting in January.

Music performed by this ensemble if of the most advanced level. Performances will include UIL, a spring concert, and an invitational festival. Membership is by audition only.