Local Violin Resources for OregonPrivate Violin TeachersLearning to play violin is a very gratifying pursuit. It is difficult, but once you get the basics down, the fun never stops! Our violin teachers are interviewed and qualified to be able to teach expertly on their instrument. If you want to get violin playing basics, look no further. We check references and their history. We make sure they have received the proper education. Learn how to play a violin with ease. You can get basic violin lessons, or advanced if you have already played awhile and are just looking for a new teacher. See our Tips On Finding A Good Violin Teacher page for some excellent tips on finding a good violin teacher. Each teacher has their own violin methods they use. If you prefer something specific, be sure to discuss this with the potential teacher. Some teachers are more suited to give violin lessons for kids, while others may prefer adults. We have both Suzuki and traditional teachers. Just indicate on the form which type you would like.
Small Ensembles for HireFor your special occasions, we have many types of small string ensembles, and other types of ensembles including strings. Each of these groups play different types of music, including classical, jazz, pop, country and hard rock. You should consider what type of event you have, and what atmosphere you desire. Then you need to figure out the role that the ensemble will carry on.While contacting the group’s event coordinator, be sure to ask the groups specialty, and of course rates. If it is important to you to have special requests, be sure to bring this up as well. Some groups could charge higher fee to arrange a new piece of music that is not already arranged for their ensemble type.
Find a Violin ShopWe also have relationships with violin shops. Each of these shops perform different functions.Some might provide online violin sales or in store sales, some give advice about buying a violin. Others might offer violin repair and bow rehairing. Some are into violin making. Still other can do violin restoration. Look for the specialty shops that are electric violin manufacturer, or offer electric violin sales. If renting a violin is what you’re after, be sure to request a shop that offers violin rentals, because some do not offer this service. Some shops might do a combination or all of these services. If you require a specific task, it is best to let us know so we can direct you to the best location for your needs Professional Orchestras and Larger EnsemblesEach state has a wide variety of orchestras and music ensembles. There are full symphony orchestras both large and small, chamber orchestras, pop orchestras, baroque ensembles and many other types.We have listed information for the orchestras in your area. Each orchestra has their own requirements for auditioning, joining, or being on their sub list. We have included an email address for most of the orchestras. Some also included audition applications or other pertinent information for you. Those links are provided if we have them.
Portland Baroque Orchestra (Portland OR): pbo@pbo.org
Portland Chamber Orchestra (Portland OR): info@portlandchamberorchestra.org Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra (Portland OR): cso@pacifier.com Oregon East Symphony And Chorale (Pendelton OR): info@oregoneastsymphony.org Rogue Valley Symphony (Ashland, Medford, Grants Pass OR): David Miller, personnel @rvsymphony.org Oregon Mozart Players (Eugene OR): omp@oregonmozartplayers.org Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (Florence OR): inquiries@occo.ws Central Oregon Symphony-Volunteer (Bend OR): symphonyinfo@bendbroadband.com Oregon Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra (Wilsonville OR): Cindy H. Petty, c.petty@comcast.net or Dan Crane, oregonproarte@gmail.com Download the Audition Application here. Youth Or Educational EnsemblesPortland Youth Philharmonic (Portland OR): information@portlandyouthphil.org Download Audition Application hereMetropolitan Youth Symphony (Portland OR): mail@metroyouthsymphony.org Medical Form Registration Form
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