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– Orchestra in the Lower School –
Savor the sounds of soothing strings! Orchestra students choose one of four bowed-stringed instruments (violin, viola, cello or upright bass). They share their musical learning in two concerts a year in addition to being featured in the annual Spooktacular and Holiday Sing-along. Musicians are placed in one of three ensembles, based on previous note-reading and playing experience, and will work with multiple instructors throughout the year. This fun, fast-paced environment emphasizes developing instrumental mastery, appreciation of great classical music, and developing lifelong friendships!
– MEET THE TEAM –
Mr. Alexander Peña – Director of Orchestra at 'Iolani School, violist with the Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra, Suzuki Certified
Ms. Joan Wehrman – Advanced LS Orchestra, US Director, violin/viola player, proud 'Iolani mom, Suzuki Certified, sound healer
Mrs. Hafner – Intermediate Orchestra, US Director, violinist with the Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra, proud 'Iolani mom, Suzuki Certified
Mrs. Louise Ching – Beginning Cello/Bass Class, former cellist with the Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra, 'Suzuki in the Schools' specialist
Ms. Asia Doike – Beginning Violin/Viola Class, violinist with the Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra, 'Suzuki in the Schools' specialist
Ms. Sayuri Yamamoto – Bass assistant instructor at 'Iolani School, bassist with the Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra
Ms. Kayla Uchida – Violin/Viola assistant instructor at 'Iolani School, dance teacher at Punahou School, Suzuki Certified
Mr. Aris Doike – Cello assistant instructor at 'Iolani School, Director of Operations at Hawaii Youth Symphony
Beginning Violin/Viola and Beginning Cello/Bass are our entry-level in-school Suzuki groups that welcome everyone – no previous experience required!
Intermediate Orchestra includes all of the instruments in one class with a focus on note-reading, playing individual parts, and following a conductor – at least 1yr of previous experience!
Advanced Orchestra is our elite ensemble and includes students with at least 2+ years of study – they often feature guest musicians in our 'Gift of Music' concerts and tour during the Springtime!
Listen to the Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass – Learn about the String Family of instruments
This video explores the sound of each of the instruments – violin, viola, cello, and double bass – while listening to the same excerpt of music. Your child should pick the instrument with the sound they love the most!
Learn more about the entire String Family of instruments – this video answers a lot of questions about the Orchestra! Listen to some of the most famous unique excerpts of music for each instrument options.
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