Crescendo
The Arlington Philharmonic Youth Chamber Program

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Due to COVID-19 and the school closings for the rest of the year, Crescendo rehearsals at Williamsburg MS are canceled for the rest of the season.  The Crescendo Artistic Director and coaches are exploring creative and safe ways to engage Crescendo musicians.  We have not yet canceled the May 13 concert in the hope that we can find a way to make it happen one way or another.  Stay tuned!

Our 2019-2020 Crescendo Season is now in session.  Please come to hear these
 talented young musicians perform their three recital-style concerts:

 Wednesday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m. at St. George's Episcopal Church
  •  Wednesday, February 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Williamsburg Middle School
 Wednesday, May 13 at 7:30 p.m. at St. George's Episcopal Church

Please continue to check this page for updates on our 2019-2020 concert dates.
We look forward to seeing you at a Crescendo event!

Crescendo concerts are free and open to the public.
No tickets are required.

Crescendo Program Highlights

Performance Opportunities
​Three times a year, Crescendo players present dedicated recital-style concerts featuring the music they have prepared with their coaches. Musicians participating during prior seasons have performed in concert halls and in the community, including at the Roslyn Spectrum, The Jefferson Senior Living Community, and the Lubber Run Amphitheater, the latter on stage with the Arlington Philharmonic.

Guest Artists
​Crescendo values the interaction and insight that comes from exposing its young musicians to outstanding Guest Artists in the field through master classes and other special events. Guest Artists may include professional string quartets, solo performers, and even non‐classical professional musicians.


​Weekly Rehearsals
Crescendo musicians receive Instruction in chamber music techniques including ensemble leadership, sound development, ensemble identity, style analysis, performance techniques, music selection, and a refined sense of peer collaboration and communication. Rehearsals are held from 7-9 PM, September-May, on Mondays.

Program Fees
​The Annual Membership Fee is $750. Membership includes weekly coaching by professional musicians, Guest Artist sessions, and at least three performances per year. There is a $40 Audition fee, payable in advance.

Auditions for the 2019-2020 season will be held by appointment. See the Auditions page for more information.