Orchestra Newsletters
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Hildebrand Festival
On March 12, the Intermezzo Orchestra (grade 6) will be taking a field trip during the day to perform at the Hildebrand Music Festival.
The Viper is Coming!
Dr. Ryan Jerving, aka “The Viper,” joins the orchestra every year at the final concert with original music arranged specifically for us. He also joins us for three full days of composition workshops.
D95 Orchestra Festival
On May 3, all of the orchestras from across the district will gather to perform in the large HS Field House! It’s a great opportunity to witness performers from all ages and the transition from beginner to advanced.
Orchestra at LZMSN
The orchestra program at Lake Zurich Middle School North offers students an opportunity for personal growth and enrichment through the study of orchestral music literature, string performance, and music history. The curriculum will emphasize proper performance technique, study of music literature and history, and the exploration of musical expression through performance, composition, and improvisation. Students explore technology in music through amplification, effects processing, recording, and much more.
students strive to convey the composer's intent
students work to refine tone, phrasing, intonation, rhythm, articulation, dynamics, balance, and blend
students collaborate with peers towards a common goal
students have a unique experience in music, unlike any other subject taught in school, music educates feeling
Ensembles & Director
Chamber Orchestra
Intermezzo Orchestra
Prima Musica
Mr. Riley Broach
Latest news
Outstanding Performances!
Over the past few weeks, the orchestras have performed at various regional contests and clinics and have received great scores reflecting a job well done! The students have worked hard, paying careful attention to musical details such as: intonation, rhythm, dynamics, phrasing, and much more. Here are the results from the past few weeks of Read more about Outstanding Performances![…]
Newsletter (February 2019)
Date Event Notes Wed, Feb 13 Orchestra Picture Day Wear your orchestra polo and jeans. Wed, Feb 13 Prima Gig @ Elementary Concert Prima Musica only Wed, Feb 20 S&E Preview Recital @ 2:30 – 4:00 Sat, Feb 23 Solo & Ensemble Contest All 7/8th graders, some 6th graders Sat, Mar 9 NIMCon Music Festival Read more about Newsletter (February 2019)[…]
We Topped our Pledge Drive Goal!
We did it! We reached our fundraising goal by raising a total of $1,790! Thank you to the many donors who continue to make awesome opportunities possible for our orchestra. If you donated and haven’t selected your gift(s) yet, please do so at Google Form: Select my Gifts. Maestro Circle ($100 or more)Blass & Morse Read more about We Topped our Pledge Drive Goal![…]
Newsletter (January 2019)
Upcoming Events Date Event Notes Wed, Jan 30 Orchestra Picture Day Wear your orchestra polo and jeans. Wed, Feb 20 S&E Preview Recital @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM Sat, Feb 23 Solo & Ensemble Contest All 7/8th Graders and some 6th Graders. Sat, Mar 9 NIMCon Music Festival 7/8th Graders. @ TBA Tue, Mar 12 Read more about Newsletter (January 2019)[…]
Newsletter (September 2018)
Upcoming Events Download the Orchestra Master Calendar for all Orchestra events. Please add these dates to your family calendar. DATE EVENT NOTES Wed, Sept 5 Prima Musica Auditions After School. Students will be able to take the late bus home. Let Mr. Broach know that you want to audition! Thu, Sept 6 Orchestra Parent Meeting Read more about Newsletter (September 2018)[…]
Newsletter (August 2018)
Welcome! Welcome to a new year in Orchestra! The school year has begun and we’re going to have a great time in orchestra! I am excited about the opportunity to experience a wide variety of music with the students through the many activities we have planned. Orchestra at Middle School North is a unique experience Read more about Newsletter (August 2018)[…]
…and it WAS another day.
by The Viper (original article at theviper.org) A couple weeks ago now, The Viper showed up on May 17, 2018 and did his duty as Composer in Residence with the Orchestras of Lake Zurich Middle School North under the direction of Mr. Riley Broach. You can read about this program and how we all approached it Read more about …and it WAS another day.[…]
Maestro Lyra Conducts “Wo Wo Wo Bt” & “Uppa Buv”
On Friday, May 25, the Chamber Orchestra had the distinct pleasure of performing for a second time under the baton of Maestro Lyra Broachdóttir. Once again, the orchestra members were attentive to her subtle yet emotive gestures as they performed with great care to fully express the composer’s intent. The performance started with Dada’s arrangement Read more about Maestro Lyra Conducts “Wo Wo Wo Bt” & “Uppa Buv”[…]
Orchestra Celebrates with Awards Banquet (2018)
On Wednesday, May 23, the orchestra celebrated the end of the year at the annual Orchestra Awards Banquet. Together with band and chorus students, 261 students enjoyed an evening of fancy dinner, a DJ dance party, and an awards ceremony. It was a great night to reminisce on the past year and recognize students for Read more about Orchestra Celebrates with Awards Banquet (2018)[…]
Another Day, Another Viper Concert
Thank you to The Viper for composing for and performing with our orchestras! Listen to the recordings on Google Drive… Winnebago Bay Another Day Here’s what the students had to say… What is the Composer in Residence Project? A great experience to improve and learn. – Sam B I like it, it’s nice to get Read more about Another Day, Another Viper Concert[…]