Crescendo
The Arlington Philharmonic Youth Chamber Program

​The Crescendo program is currently in its third trimester of the 2020-2021 Season
The season has been broken into 3 trimesters of instruction, the first being a fully virtual, in-depth study of one of Mendelssohn's brilliant string quartets, culminating in a video performance that include all members! The second trimester culminated in a video performance of Haydn's String Quartet, Op. 76, No.1. Plans for the third trimester are pending.  Stay tuned for an announcement about auditions for the 2021-2022 season! Click here for details!

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 September-May.

Program Fees
​The Annual Membership Fee for the 2021-2022 season is pending. Membership includes weekly coaching by professional musicians, Guest Artist sessions, and at least three performances per year.