Andrews University Symphony Orchestra
Welcome!
The Symphony Orchestra is directed by Dr. Marc Élysée and performs a wide range of orchestral repertoire from classical to contemporary works. Selections include symphonies, overtures, concertos, and other large-scale orchestral works. 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:
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 Scholasrships:
For members who demonstrate exceptional skills, Ensemble Performance Scholarships are also available, please contact to Dr. Elysee at
elyseem@andrews.edu.
Current Schedule:
Tuesday Feb. 17, 2026
4:30 Curtain Up
4:50 Duke Ellington
5:10 Star Wars Episode 1
5:40 Movie - Majestic
6:00 The Prayer
6:10 Read:
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The Holy City (S. Adams)
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Panis Angelicus (C. Franck)
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Ave Verum (W. A. Mozart)
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Thursday Feb. 19 @ 7:30pm.
Fundraising Concert
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Curtain Up! - Arr. Bob Krogstad
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"Gabriel's Oboe" from The Mission
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Duke Ellington - Arr. Calvin Custer
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The Movie "Majestic" - Yohance Mack
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Star Wars: Episode 1 the Phantom Menace - Arr. Jerry Brubaker
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The Prayer - Arr. Mark Hayes
Recent Orchestra Tours
European Tour 2018
European Tour 2006
1st International Adventist Youth Music Festival, Philippines, May/2009
2nd International Adventist Youth Music Festival, Costa Rica, Dec/2011
North Shore SDA Church, March/2012
Resources for Students
Link for list of common orchestra audition excerpts