Chamber music is music for a small group of musicians (usually 3-6) where every player has his or her own part. Each player takes on a leadership role as every part is of equal importance. There is no conductor so chamber ensemble players work together to make their own musical decisions. Playing in a chamber ensemble with friends and like-minded musicians nurtures outstanding musicianship and is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding activities that every musician should experience.
As a bridge between solo and orchestral playing, chamber music develops unique musical and social skills:
- Listening –matching sound quality, pitch, rhythm and articulation
- Communication skills, visual and verbal
- Leadership, self-discipline and independence
- Sharing expression and stylistic interpretation
- Extensive repertoire knowledge
- HSC ensemble preparation
- Gigs – weddings, events, busking
Chamber ensembles are made of combinations of instruments - usually orchestral strings, woodwinds and brass, recorders, guitar and/or piano. Some standard ensemble combinations are:
String Trio/Quartet 1-2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello
| String Quintet
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2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello, 1 bass |
| Flute/Sax Trio/Q’tet
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3-4 flutes or saxophones
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| Piano Trio/Quartet
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1 violin, 1 viola, 1 cello, 1 piano |
| Wind Trio
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1 flute, 1 clarinet, 1 piano |
| Harp/Guitar/Stgs
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Guitar, harp, winds, strings etc. |
| Baroque Ensemble
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Strings, flute, recorder & keyboard |
Director: April Kelson, NECOM violin/viola teacher
Rehearsals: Thursday afternoons, staggered rehearsal times
Shared Instrumental Lessons Enrolment Form 2019
Shared Instrumental Lessons Information 2019