A long awaited update

Things have been busy with the Cal Poly Symphony this quarter.

It all began with a retreat to Morro Bay bond as a group. We played human checkers and ate bagged lunches, followed by a walk to the park where we interrupted a birthday party to play a few games. Pictures (and videos) will be posted soon.

Then came the hike up Bishops Peak. 11 members braved the heat to climb to the top for sunset. The view was nice, and nobody fell down the mountain this year. (Photo courtesy of Morgan.)

Finally last Friday night we had our first performance of the year at the Parents Weekend Ensemble Showcase, where Dr. Spiller and the symphony received a standing ovation for our performance of the first movement of Grieg’s piano concerto.

We are still preparing for our concert on November 19 (which will be fantastic if Friday was anything to go by) and we are starting to plan for our tour to DC in April. Come out to the concert and support us!

Audition Time!

This week, auditions began for the 2011-2012 Cal Poly Symphony season. Katie and I are sitting at the table in the music building hallway checking in both new and old members and socializing with them as they wait for their audition times.

This year auditions are super important because we are going on a huge trip to Washington DC in the Spring, so we have to be good! We are getting people pumped up for this event as well as our upcoming symphony retreat on Saturday.