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:
 
  • 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 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:

  • The Holy City (S. Adams)
  • Panis Angelicus (C. Franck)
  • Ave Verum (W. A. Mozart)

 

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Thursday Feb. 19 @ 7:30pm.

Fundraising Concert

  • Curtain Up! - Arr. Bob Krogstad
  • "Gabriel's Oboe" from The Mission
  • Duke Ellington - Arr. Calvin Custer
  • The Movie "Majestic" - Yohance Mack
  • Star Wars: Episode 1 the Phantom Menace - Arr. Jerry Brubaker
  • 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