Vision of McLean Orchestras

Mission of McLean Orchestras

The Mission of the McLean Orchestras is to learn the skills to play the following instruments; Violin, Viola, Cello, and Orchestral Bass. It is through these skills the student will learn to play in an ensemble and what it takes to work collaboratively with others. We want to ensure that all students appreciate the value of quality music in society and develop qualities of leadership, citizenship, and pride in performance ultimately resulting in an orchestra of young professionals. 

6th Grade Orchestra: 

McLean 6th Grade Orchestra is made up of first year players. Student's who are just starting the process of learning how to play their selected instrument. In this ensemble, the students will learn the basic technique to play their instrument, basic rhythm and the qualities it takes to play in the ensemble. This group has the opportunity to take part in ALL Concerts, FWISD Beginner All-District Orchestra in April, and Solo an Ensemble in May. 

Sinfonia Orchestra:

The Sinfonia Orchestra (Sub Non-Varsity) is made up of second to third year players. In this ensemble, the students will continue to work on basic techniques and rhythms a little more advanced than the Beginner Orchestra. This ensemble will take part in ALL Concerts and have to chance to take part in FWISD All-District Orchestra, and Solo an Ensemble. 

Philharmonic Orchestra: 

The Philharmonic Orchestra (Non-Varsity) is made up of second to third year players. In this ensemble, the students will continue to work on techniques and rhythms a little more advanced than the Sinfonia Orchestra. While in this ensemble we will introduce Two Octave Scales and Vibrato. This ensemble will take part in ALL Concerts and have to chance to take part in FWISD All-District Orchestra, and Solo an Ensemble. Also, have the chance to participate in the All-Region Orchestra process. The Philharmonic Orchestra also takes part in after school sectionals and rehearsals that are mandatory. 

Symphony Orchestra:

The Symphony Orchestra (Varsity) is made up of second to third year players. In this ensemble, the students will continue to work on techniques and rhythms a little more advanced than the Philharmonic Orchestra. While in this ensemble we will continue to improve their  Two Octave Scales and Vibrato. This ensemble will take part in ALL Concerts and have to chance to take part in FWISD All-District Orchestra, and Solo an Ensemble. Also, have the chance to participate in the All-Region Orchestra process. The Symphony Orchestra also takes part in after school sectionals and rehearsals that are mandatory.