ASO Youth Chamber Ensembles
The Youth Chamber Ensembles program gives young musicians the opportunity to enhance their musical development by studying and performing chamber music under the guidance of professional instructors. Instrumentation varies depending on the repertoire, which includes a mix of strings, woodwinds, brass, harp, and piano. Coached by our expert faculty, students learn standard repertoire and contemporary music through bi-weekly coaching, independent rehearsals, and performances.
ASOYE and String Academy students are encouraged to register, as being in a chamber ensemble not only strengthens individual musicianship and ensemble skills, but also fosters leadership, collaboration, and community engagement - values at the core of ASO’s mission.
Registration is due Friday, August 29, 2025. Ensembles will begin meeting the week of September 8, 2025!

Details
- Ensembles meet weekly from September through mid-May (times scheduled around participant’s availability)
- Ensembles will be coached twice a month (1 hour per session) and will rehearse independently twice a month
- Ensembles are required to perform on the winter and spring recitals
- Apply as a pre-formed group or be placed with a group that has a similar skill level.
Cost: $150 per semester
Fall Semester: Weeks of September 8, 2025 - January 5, 2026
Winter Recital: January 14, 2026
Spring Semester: Weeks of February 2, 2026 - May 11, 2026
Spring Recital: May 13, 2026
How to Apply
Please complete the 2025–26 Application Form no later than Friday, August 29, 2025. Every effort will be made to place all applicants in an ensemble, though we can’t make guarees. antIf you are new to our programs, send a 5-minute video clip featuring 2 pieces of contrasting styles to brobison@arkansassymphony.org. Once the ensembles are set, we’ll contact you with more information. Ensembles will begin meeting the week of September 8, 2025!
Tuition
Tuition for the Chamber Music Program which covers coachings, sheet music, prep-time for the coaches, and recitals in January and May. Please do not make a payment until you learn whether or not you are placed in an ensemble.