String Chamber Ensembles

The Music Department places special emphasis on the development and performance of small ensemble practices and repertoire, making string chamber music at CSB/SJU particularly exciting and rewarding for both performers and audience members.
CSB/SJU is home to 7 outstanding string ensembles, including string quartets, a cello ensemble, a bass ensemble, a cello choir, and a viola da gamba consort.
The repertoire performed is expansive, ranging from early classical to modern works.
Participating students enjoy working closely with faculty to develop the skills necessary for high-quality chamber music performance; coaching sessions occur weekly, and often more frequently.
String chamber music coaches are Dr. David Arnott and Dr. Joshua Schwalbach.
Many students take part in extra, independent rehearsals to further develop the skills they learn from their coaches.
Performances occur with formal Chamber Orchestra concerts, student recitals, weddings, church services, community events, community school outreach, and many other opportunities (the piano quintet recorded a CD).
Interested students should register for MUSC 240I, which can be taken for 0-1 credit.
For more information, contact Dr. David Arnott.

April 21, 7:30 p.m., Gorecki Theater (CSB)

Dr. Amy Grinsteiner
Chair, Music Department

CSB BAC A119
320-363-5717

SJU Music 106
320-363-3375

Kelly Brueske
Coordinator, Music Department

CSB BAC A116
320-363-5796

SJU Music 110
320-363-3371

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