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Pants Option
MUST be dress pants / slacks.
NO black jeans, NO sweats, NO athletic pants, NO yoga pants
MUST be dress shirt
PLEASE iron, remove lint
Suit jacket and tie optional - but look nice
Full or three quarter lenght sleeves
ALL black dress shoes are required
NO tennis shoes, sneakers
BLACK SOCKS REQUIRED (and black belt if wearing one)
Dress & Skirt Option
Dress & Skirts MUST be below the knee while standing and sitting
NO skirts or dresses above the knee, no exceptions
Please do not wear an extremely tight skirt
Cellists consider how flowy your skirt is and if it allows for optimal playing
If your dress/skirt is not floor length, please consider wearing black tights
ALL black, CLOSED TOE shoes are required
Heels ok - cellists consider how this impacts your playing posture
Three-quarter length sleeves are STRONGLY recommended
NO tank tops, no shoulders showing
Cardigans/sweaters covering tank tops are okay
Hair, Accessories & Other Considerations
Hair
If you have long hair, please make sure that it is styled in a way that allows you to see the conductor and other members of the orchestra; please keep out of your face/eyes
No hats while performing
Accessories
Smart watches, watch sounds and alarm sounds should be turned off for dress rehearsals and performances to eliminate distractions
Phones should be turned off for all rehearsals and concerts
Jewelry:
Please be mindful that you are still able to play with your jewelry (rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets). For violinists and violists, often big/long earrings can get in the way on our left side. For cellists and bassists: bracelets worn on the left wrist can hit or damage our instrument while shifting.
PLEASE be mindful that your jewelry is not noisy (many bracelets that clank when your arm is moved, for example).
Considerations:
Are you able to play in your concert black outfit?
Can you move your arms as needed in your shirt or jacket?
Does your outfit have sequins or beading that may scratch your instrument?
Are you able to walk, bend over, and carry your instrument & backpack EASILY while wearing your outfit?
If wearing heels, consider bringing more comfortable shoes (black or nonblack) for before and after the performance
Please consider an outfit that has pockets - musicians often have to carry a lot of belongings onto stage.
Note: A decent pair of dress pants/slacks, a dress shirt and dress shoes can be multi-use and a valuable purchase. You may find yourself wearing these items to future job interviews, internships, work, professional opportunities, funerals, etc.
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