Orchestral Studies

THE MTSU SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Dr. Carol Nies, Music Director

The Symphony Orchestra is the premiere orchestral ensemble of the MTSU School of Music. Repertoire is selected from masterpieces of the standard orchestral literature and outstanding contemporary compositions. The Symphony is open to all MTSU students by audition (regardless of major).

Placement in the Symphony or the Concert Orchestra is not final until audition results are posted. Please reserve both the Symphony Orchestra and the Concert Orchestra rehearsal times in your schedule until you receive audition results.

Rehearsal Time: Tuesdays/Thursdays, 4:20-5:45 p.m. IRH.

Symphony Orchestra Audition Information

MTSU Symphony News

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THE MTSU CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Dr. Carol Nies, Music Director

The Chamber Orchestra is composed of the leading members of the Symphony Orchestra. Repertoire is selected from all periods of the Chamber Orchestra literature. The Chamber Orchestra is open to all MTSU students by audition (regardless of major).

Rehearsal Time: Fridays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Music Hall
(Chamber Orchestra members will also need to have 12:30- 1:30 PM available for several rehearsals during the semester- see Chamber Orchestra schedule.)

Chamber Orchestra Audition Information

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THE MTSU CONCERT ORCHESTRA
Dr. Carol Nies, Music Director

The Concert Orchestra offers the opportunity for all MTSU students to enjoy participation in an orchestral ensemble. Repertoire is selected from all periods of orchestral literature. Music Education and Performance majors may audition to serve as assistant conductors.

Rehearsal Time: Fall semester - Fridays 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. SFA Room 101 
Spring semester - Fridays 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Concert Orchestra Audition Information