Montgomery: Strum for String Orchestra

The Maffra String Orchestra/Ensemble delighted residents at the Wattleglen Respect aged care facility in Sale over the weekend, with a repertoire of classical tunes and Christmas carols. The community musical group, conducted by Rosemary Iversen, pulls together Gippsland violin, viola, cello and double bass players from all skill levels and walks of life. The performance was part of a growing culture across the aged care sector, of bringing 'the community' into aged care spaces, in an effort enr

Today, Associate Conductor Vinay Parameswaran leads us through the largest family of the orchestra: the strings! "What is an Orchestra?" is a five-part series designed to teach grades 4-8 the fundamentals of an orchestra, the role of the conductor, and the unique sounds and personalities of the instrument families. Learn more --> https://www.clevelandorchestra.com/engage/education-programs/ | The Cleveland Orchestra