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ASO Children's Choir
with Choir Directors
Ages: 8 - 12
We are so excited to announce the ASO’s first vocal music education program, the ASO Children’s Choir! Intended for treble singers in grades 3-6, this Choir will perform on the main stage as part of ASO’s production of Carl Orff's Carmina Burana in Spring 2026 as well as other performances throughout the concert season. Membership in this ensemble is available by audition only.
ASOCC rehearsal and performance schedule
Intro to Violin
with Katherine Williamson
Ages: 4 - 10
Come visit with us on Saturday mornings from 9:00-10:00am to introduce your child to the violin! This class is intended for kids ages 4-10 as an accessible way for students to determine if they would like to pursue the violin further with little upfront cost. Your child will receive a violin and bow to use in class*. Parents are invited to be in the classroom with their child for the duration of the class, particularly if their child is under the age of 7. The class will meet weekly from January 10-February 28.
*Guardians will be expected to sign a violin loan agreement on day 1.
Intro to Violin
with Katherine Williamson
Ages: 4 - 10
Come visit with us on Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:00am to introduce your child to the violin! This class is intended for kids ages 4-10 as an accessible way for students to determine if they would like to pursue the violin further with little upfront cost. Your child will receive a violin and bow to use in class*. Parents are invited to be in the classroom with their child for the duration of the class, particularly if their child is under the age of 7. The class will meet weekly from January 10-February 28.
*Guardians will be expected to sign a violin loan agreement on day 1.
30-minute private lesson
with Academy Faculty
Offering group and individual performance opportunities.
Private lessons once a week (lesson length and teacher assignment determined by the instructor)
*please check with instructor before registering for an extended lesson duration
Teachers for the private lesson might be different from the group lesson
45-minute private lesson
with Academy Faculty
Offering group and individual performance opportunities.
Private lessons once a week (lesson length and teacher assignment determined by the instructor)
*please check with instructor before registering for an extended lesson duration
Teachers for the private lesson might be different from the group lesson
60-minute private lesson
with Academy Faculty
Offering group and individual performance opportunities.
Private lessons once a week (lesson length and teacher assignment determined by the instructor)
*please check with instructor before registering for an extended lesson duration
Teachers for the private lesson might be different from the group lesson
Adult Community Orchestra
with Valery Saul
Founded in 1998 at the University of Arkansas Little Rock, the Community Orchestra is now a part of the Education & Community Outreach arm of the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra (ASOCO) provides a once-a-week musical experience in a positive and nurturing environment for amateur musicians. All experience levels are welcome and no auditions are required. The ASOCO meets weekly to rehearse a wide variety of orchestral music and presents concerts twice a year for family, friends and the public.
Youth Chamber Ensembles
with ASO Coaches
The Youth Chamber Ensembles program gives young musicians the opportunity to enhance their musical development by studying and performing chamber music under the guidance of professional instructors. Instrumentation varies depending on the repertoire, which includes a mix of strings, woodwinds, brass, harp, and piano. Coached by our expert faculty, students learn standard repertoire and contemporary music through bi-weekly coaching, independent rehearsals, and performances.
ASOYE and String Academy students are encouraged to register, as being in a chamber ensemble not only strengthens individual musicianship and ensemble skills, but also fosters leadership, collaboration, and community engagement - values at the core of ASO’s mission.
- Ensembles meet weekly from February through mid-May (times scheduled around participant’s availability)
- Ensembles will be coached twice a month (1 hour per session) and will rehearse independently twice a month.
- Ensembles will perform on the winter and spring recitals.
- Apply as a pre-formed group or be placed with a group that has a similar skill level.