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The Music Department supports a number of
ensembles. Membership is determined by audition and academic credit
may be earned. These ensembles are open to all LSU students.
La Sierra Sinfonia expanded to a full symphonic orchestra in
1996. Comprised of the finest instrumentalists at the University,
membership is by audition only. Open to all University students,
the membership of the La Sierra Sinfonia is made up of both graduate
and undergraduate students, representing the many varied degrees
available at La Sierra University.
La Sierra University Chorale
The La Sierra University Chorale is a joint function of La Sierra
University and the La Sierra University Church. The Chorale provides
a large ensemble experience for singers enrolled in the University,
and in the greater La Sierra Community. It also serves as a regular
student chorale for worship services. The Chorale's ministry extends
beyond the campus, as each quarter the Chorale travels to one
of the constituent churches. The Chorale is conducted by Earl
Richards.
University Wind Ensemble
The University Wind Ensemble differs from a symphonic band or
concert band in the basic concept of sound. This concept of sound
is that of a basic tone color, complete and balanced throughout
its register, with all other tone colors being employed around
and contrasting to it. Instrumentation is carefully controlled
with one player to a part, with exception of B-flat soprano clarinets,
euphoniums, and tubas, where there are usually two to a part for
the sake of balance. This results in a maximum brilliancy and
provides for lightness, flexibility, and a variety of sound, color,
and texture not heard in the general band sound.
Open to all university students, the membership of Wind Ensemble
is made up of both graduate and undergraduate students, representing
the many varied degrees available at LSU. Membership is by audition
only. Performing music from all periods and all styles, with emphasis
on significant wind music repertoire, this select group of musicians
is devoted to the development of high musicianship and the advancement
of instrumental music.
La Sierra University Brass Quintet
The La Sierra University Brass Quintet, highly acclaimed wherever
they play, performs regularly for school, church, and community
functions. Their wide variety of styles - from baroque to jazz
- has made them popular with audiences of all ages. They are in
frequent demand throughout the Inland Empire and Southern California.
Membership into the ensemble is by audition only. The Brass Quintet
demands a major commitment from each member; the Quintet practices
a minimum of three hours a week and all members must enroll in
music lessons, which are part of the Brass Quintet scholarship.
La Sierra University String Quartet
The La Sierra University String Quartet, highly acclaimed wherever
they play, performs regularly for school, church, and community
functions. Their wide variety of styles - from baroque to popular
- has made them popular with audiences of all ages. They are in
frequent demand throughout the Inland Empire and Southern California.
Membership into the ensemble is by audition only. The String Quartet
demands a major commitment from each member; the Quintet practices
a minimum of three hours a week and all members must enroll in
music lessons, which are part of the String Quartet scholarship.'
La Sierra University Chamber Singers
The Chamber Singers is a select choir of undergraduate students
from La Sierra University. Members of this auditioned ensemble
represent many disciplines with only a few being music majors.
In addition to performing locally for churches and schools, the
Chamber Singers has toured extensively throughout the United States
and Great Britain. They perform a wide variety of literature from
Renaissance to twentieth century including gospel and spirituals.
Each year also includes a performance of a major choral work with
orchestra. In May 1998 they performed the St. John Passion
of J.S. Bach.
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