Accepting Musicians for our 12th Season
Sept. 2021 - May 2022
2024/2025
CALENDAR
Auditions: In Person: Sunday August 25th, OR submit Video by Monday, August 19th
Sunday, September 8th Fall Orchestra Rehearsals begin.
Week of Sunday, September 15th - Chamber Group rehearsals begin.
Orchestras and Chamber Groups rehearse weekly thru mid-May, except where noted.
ESTP Orchestra – Sundays once a month 1:30-2:30. Usually the first Sunday of each month, except when noted. Dates: Sept. 8th, Oct. 6th, Nov. 3rd, Dec. 8th, concert Saturday, Dec. 14th, Jan. 5th, Feb. 2nd, March 2nd, April 6th, May 4th, concert Saturday, May 10th.
TOCCATA & SINFONIETTA Orchestras – Sunday – 2:30-3:30pm
VIVACE Orchestra – Sunday – 3:30-5:30pm
El Montecito Presbyterian Church, 1455 East Valley Road, Santa Barbara, CA
Sunday, October 27th - Adapted Rehearsal Schedule: Fall Festival Party
Toccata 1-2pm, Sinfonietta 1-2pm, Vivace 1:45-3:15pm, ESTP you are invited to the party.
Manning Park – 3:30-5:30 Potluck Party.
Early dinner and treats. Join the fun, games, and family camaraderie!
December 1st - No rehearsals on Thanksgiving Weekend
Saturday, December 14th – Winter Orchestra Concert, 6pm
Hahn Hall, Music Academy of the West
Dress Rehearsals begin approx. 2pm
Winter Break - December 15th – January 4th
Sunday, January 5th – Orchestras & Chamber Groups Rehearsals resume.
Sunday, January 5th 1:15pm - Chamber Ensemble Masterclass with Mary Beth Woodruff
El Montecito Presbyterian Church, Sanctuary
Artistry of Strings Benefit Weekend:
Artistry of Strings Concert & Masterclass
Date and Details TBD
April 20th - No rehearsal on EASTER Sunday
Saturday, May 10th - Spring Concert, 4pm
Hahn Hall, Music Academy of the West
Dress Rehearsals begin approx. 12pm
Sunday, May 18th - Spring Chamber Music Showcase, 4pm
El Montecito Presbyterian Church, Sanctuary
Questions? e-mail sbstrings@gmail.com 11/02/2024am