Studio Rockestra
Type of Ensemble
Studio Rockestra is an ensemble for strings and rhythm section (guitar, bass guitar, piano and drum set). Students should be in at least grade 6 with no less than two years of playing experience. *All Drum spots are FILLED for the 2024-25 season.
The conductor of Studio Rockestra is
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Studio Rockestra meets from 7:15pm-8:30pm at OCU in BL01.
Rehearsals & Performances
Rehearsals take place each Monday night September through May in the Wanda L. Bass School of Music at Oklahoma City University. Students should bring their instrument(s), necessary accessories, a music stand, music, and a pencil to each rehearsal. There are periodic breaks scheduled that generally follow the public school academic calendar. Season schedules are made available to families each summer. Studio Rockestra performs three to four concerts per year, depending on the season. Formal concerts often take place at the Performing Arts Theatre at Oklahoma City Community College but additional concerts are scheduled throughout the season and could include Holiday Performances at local establishments and outdoor festival performances.
Auditions
Auditions are NOT REQUIRED for Studio Rockestra. Students may enroll in Studio Rockestra beginning in May for the following season.
Membership Dues
2024-25 Studio Rockestra Membership Dues are $445, and Special Scholarships are available for those who need assistance. If adding Studio Rockestra registration while already enrolled in another ensemble, membership dues are $295 - please contact maria@okyomusic.org to add on Studio Rockestra membership dues.​
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Family Discounts of 15% are also available for households with more than one student participating in OKYO ensembles. ​​
***Test Drive Studio Rockestra before committing to the full year. Students registering for Studio Rockestra may attend rehearsals in September and October without a financial commitment. The Test Drive period still requires registration in advance.
Payment of Membership Dues is required by November 10, 2024.