Music Theatre Pit Performance - Spring - MD - North Bethesda, MD 2020

Description (Age: 13+) Nothing excites an audience quite like the lights going down as the sound of the overture washes over them from the pit. But how do you get to opening night? In this class, explore the unique opportunities and challenges playing in the orchestra of a MUSICAL PRESENTS, including reading charts and scores, following a MUSIC DIRECTOR, and playing in an ensemble as well as exploring the different styles that make up the art form. Each session focuses on a style matching the current show being rehearsed by Levine MUSIC THEATRE. Students have the opportunity to work with the professional MUSICIANS FROM THE PRODUCTION AS MUSIC DIRECTING STUDENTS AND LEVINE MUSIC THEATRE PERFORMANCE STUDENTS PRESENT A CONCERT OF THEIR WORK AT THE END OF THE CLASS. Students must have a letter of recommendation from a Levine Faculty Member, their private instructor, school band/orchestra teacher, or MUSICAL THEATRE DIRECTOR. For more information, please contact Carolyn Agan, Managing Artistic Director Levine MUSIC THEATRE, at CAgan@levinemusic.org. Location MD - Strathmore Campus Instructor Bobby McCoy