Performing Ensembles
Reed Orchestra (Mus 104)
Giancarlo Castro, conductor
By audition
Rehearsals: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:40 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Kaul Auditorium
Open to all members of the Reed community.
For information, contact Monica Ohuchi at ohuchimo@reed.edu
Reed College Chorus (Mus 105)
If you would like more information please contact Shohei Kobayashi (shohei@reed.edu)
Treble Voices Ensemble (Mus 106)
Photo by Nina Johnson
Collegium Musicum (Mus 107)
Photo by Nina Johnson
Jazz Ensemble (Mus 108)
By audition
Rehearsals: Mondays 5:00 - 8:00 PM Kaul Auditorium
Contact John Savage john@johncsavage.com or Monica Ohuchi at ohuchimo@reed.edu with questions.
Chamber Music (Mus 109)
This course is designed to introduce students to chamber music literature, and to learn how to rehearse and perform in small ensembles. Effective chamber music playing requires both individual and group practice time. Chamber groups will coach with outstanding performing professionals.
Chamber Music Instructors
For information, contact Monica Ohuchi at ohuchimo@reed.edu ext 7472, PAB 102).
American Roots Music Ensemble (Mus 109)
Kenji Bunch, Director
ExPirRhyEns: Experimental Piano & Rhythm Ensemble
Led by Jennifer Wright
What do you get when you mix a new music ensemble, a think tank, and a punk band? ExPiRhyEns! We’ll explore ways of creating new music and sonic experiences with a variety of keyed instruments and percussion, using a combination of orchestral layering and a jam-band approach. We’ll learn non-traditional notation techniques, explore unusual piano repertoire, and arrange and invent our own pieces. ExPiRhyEns will develop your musicality, your sonic palette, your resourcefulness, and your ability to think outside the box. The future of the piano is YOU! Players of all musical experience levels from beginner to advanced are welcome.
FAQ
Can I register for lessons or an ensemble if I'm also registered for 4.5 credits?
If you wish to avoid an overload, lessons or ensembles can be taken for 0 credit.
When are the practice rooms open?
FALL 2020, All practice spaces and times will be scheduled. For information, contact Monica Ohuchi at ohuchimo@reed.edu.
Does the music department have instruments to loan?
Yes, we have a variety of instruments that can be loaned to students who are in the orchestra or who are taking lessons. For information, contact Monica Ohuchi at ohuchimo@reed.edu
Where can I store my instrument?
Lockers are located on the 3rd floor of the PAB. Large instruments and amplifiers can be stored in large storage rooms. Contact Monica Ohuchi at ohuchimo@reed.edu for lockers or keys to storage rooms.