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Andrews University Symphony Orchestra

 

Welcome!

 

The Symphony Orchestra is directed by Dr. Marc Élysée and performs a wide range of works fromt the standard symphonic repertoire . Selections include symphonies, overtures, concertos, and other large-scale orchestral works as well as new compositions. The course emphasizes collaborative performance and the role of individual instruments within the ensemble, Performances are held in a professional setting.


Rehearsals:

Howard Performing Arts Center
Tuesday & Thursday 4:30-6:30pm.

Registration:

MUPF 330-001 CRN 825 (Undergraduate Level)
MUPF 525-001 CRN 927 (Graduate Level)

Students may register for 1 credit or audit the class.

In case of a time conflict with another class or lab, arrangements can be requested using a Registration Form:
(download form).

Orchestra Scholarships:

For members who demonstrate exceptional performance skills, a limited number of Ensemble Performance Scholarships are also available, please contact to Dr. Elysee at elyseem@andrews.edu.

 

Current Calendar:

 

Thursday April 9 @ 7:30pm

Howard Performing Arts Center

  • Rachmaninov - Piano Concerto No. 2
  • Saint-Saëns - Danse Macabre
  • Mack - The Movie-Majestic
  • Bizet - Carmen Suite No. 1

 

Saturday April 11 @ 9am & 11:45am

Pioneer Memorial Church

  • The Cross - Lloyd Larson
  • Hymn of Adoration - M. Hayes
  • The Church Has One Foundation - R. Sterling
  • The Holy City - S. Adams (feat. Prof. C. Reid)

 

Tuesday April 14 @ 6-8pm

Thank You Meal 🥘🍽️  (no rehearsal)
 

Friday April 24 @ 7pm

Farewell Concert Stephen Zork 🎶

  • Matopos (composed by S. Zork - full orchestra)
  • Psalm 23 (15 strings only)

 

Recent Orchestra Tours

California Tour 2026

Europe Tour 2018

2nd International Adventist Youth Music Festival, Costa Rica, Dec/2011

1st International Adventist Youth Music Festival, Philippines, May/2009

Europe Tour 2006

 

 

Resources for Students

Link for list of common orchestra audition excerpts