Middle and High School Full Orchestra

The symphony includes advanced players from 6th grade up, including all strings, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. This ensemble gives students the chance to experience a full orchestra. Coaches work alongside students during rehearsals to assist and develop their techniques, training students to work effectively in ensembles. This group explores a wide variety of repertoire, from traditional classical music to film soundtracks and seasonal favorites.

Meets Fridays 7:15-9:15pm (to be confirmed) @ Irvine Chinese School

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Ensemble Director, Joseph Kaye

Conductor Joseph Kaye is Director of Orchestras at Santa Ana High School and a faculty member at Santa Ana College. An experienced conductor, violin performer, and music educator, he earned his Master of Education degree from Lesley University where his thesis focused on Equity in Integrated Teaching Through the Arts, and has taught ensemble music in grades 5-12 in public schools since 2005. In addition to his teaching endeavors, Joseph is an avid chamber music and orchestral musician. He is a current member of Symphony Irvine, Bellflower Symphony Orchestra, and La Mirada Symphony Orchestra.