Symphony for Schools
Summer Camp (July 7th to July 11th, 9AM to 12PM)
Meet the instruments is a hands-on introduction to the instruments of the band and orchestra. Students will learn about how each instrument works, learn about its place in the ensemble, hear playing examples, and have the opportunity to play each instrument themselves. Sessions will be led by professional musicians and educators from both the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and Marion County Schools. Snacks will be provided! Scholarships available.
Lessons & Classes
The Community Music Conservatory, located at the Reilly Arts Center, features multiple teaching studios, professional staff and faculty, and performance spaces that include the 700-seat mainstage auditorium and NOMA Black Box. Conservatory programming includes group classes and private instruction designed for students of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. The Conservatory, which launched programming in Spring 2022, is managed by the team at the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and is committed to fostering an environment of creativity, life-long learning, and quality instruction.
Scholarships
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra and Reilly Arts Center’s mission is to connect as many people to music and the arts as possible. The Community Music Conservatory is a professionally run music school, and provides scholarship opportunities to students wishing to participate in group classes or private lessons. Scholarships are limited and awarded based on financial need and merit. Applications are reviewed at the beginning of each semester.
FREE Open Rehearsals
Open Rehearsals give families and students an opportunity to enjoy the orchestra in a relaxed environment while experiencing an educational, behind-the-curtain view on how a symphony prepares for a professional concert! Guests will hear from the conductor, watch our musicians up close, and can attend at their own speed! During our season Friday night rehearsals begin at 7 PM and the orchestra will begin rehearsing pieces they are playing for the upcoming concert. While Open Rehearsals are more relaxed than a formal orchestra performance, we do ask that all guests maintain concert manners and respect our musicians and conductor.
