Orchestras
String Orchestra
String Orchestra places emphasis on advancing performing skills and exploring a wide variety of musical literature, which may include full and string orchestra. The String Orchestra performs at all school concerts, Northlake League orchestra festivals, Solo & Ensemble and other festivals that may involve evening and weekend performances.
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite(s): Experience on an orchestra string instrument or by instructor permission
Fees: Includes ASB card, uniform and potential travel.
Full Year/1 Credit
Pit
Orchestra
In Pit Orchestra students will learn the combination of skills that this art form requires. The class is designed for members of the band or string programs to prepare the musical score in support of the stage performers. The semester culminates with a full-scale production of a musical.
One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Fee: Varies
Chamber
Orchestra
The award winning audition only BHS Chamber Orchestra delights audiences with lovely performances. Recent accolades include an invitation to perform at the NAfME Mid-West Clinic, held in Chicago, IL and an invitation to perform for the American String Teachers Association (ASTA) in March of 2016.
Chamber Orchestra places emphasis on advanced performing skills and exploring a wide variety of musical literature, which may include full and chamber orchestra repertoire. The Chamber Orchestra performs at all school concerts, Northlake League orchestra festivals, Solo & Ensemble and other festivals that may involve evening and weekend performances.
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite(s): By audition only (audition in spring)
Fees: Includes ASB card, uniform and potential travel.
Full Year/1 Credit
