Arts
The School of Music currently offers two orchestral ensembles: the Georgia Tech Symphony Orchestra (GTSO), a full orchestra, and Concert Orchestra, an intermediate string orchestra. Both ensembles are under the direction of Professor Chaowen Ting and maintain a membership of approximately 70-90 students. In addition to concerts throughout the semester, the orchestra program provides access to master classes, professional engagements, and recording opportunities. Members enjoy social aspects through informal dinners and parties. Although not required for joining the club, students who would like to perform in the orchestras are encouraged to follow the audition process. Semester dues are tentatively $15. GTSO performs 4-6 concerts in an academic year. Concerts and repertoire expose participants to a variety of orchestral literature from Classical through Contemporary periods including operatic, pop, and film music. Participation in GTSO broadens students’ skills and experience in performing, and fosters understanding and appreciation of great music. Recent works performed include Dvorak Symphony No. 9 “From the New World,” Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5, Brahms Symphonies Nos. 2 & 4, and Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade. GTSO Rehearsals are from 12:30-1:45 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, with occasional evening rehearsals. Concert Orchestra is an intermediate orchestra, providing players a supportive environment in which players develop personal string techniques and ensemble skills through practicing, rehearsing, and coaching. Players are exposed to classical string repertoire as well as modern and pop music. Concert Orchestra meets from 9:30-10:45 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the fall and spring semesters.
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