E. Lee Ronnel Music Academy

The E. Lee Ronnel Music Academy expands the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra’s capacity to reach and serve Arkansas children and adults through music education programs.

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Children's Choir

More information coming soon!

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Intro to Violin

Come visit with us on Saturday mornings to introduce your child to the violin!

Students perform in a string ensemble

Youth Chamber Ensembles

Study and perform chamber music under the guidance of professional instructors.

String Academy

String Academy

Students of the Academy receive weekly group and private lessons, as well as performance opportunities throughout the semester.

Youth Orchestras

Youth Orchestras

With three ensembles and nearly 200 members, the ASOYE serve those ages 9-19, currently from more than 37 communities throughout Arkansas.

Community Orchestra (1)

Adult Community Orchestra

This community orchestra, led by Associate Director Valery Saul, provides amateur musicians with a once-a-week musical experience in a positive and nurturing environment.

Stella Boyle Smith Competition (1)

Stella Boyle Smith Young Artist Competition

A statewide talent competition for young musicians between the ages of 12 and 18, performing music on piano, strings, woodwinds and brass.

Summer Strings camp rehearsal

Summer Strings Camp

ASO Summer Strings is a summer program for string students of all ages and ability levels. Participants will receive daily instruction from a world-class faculty.

Children's Concert

Children's Concert

Experience the beauty of the full Arkansas Symphony Orchestra in concert! Complete with teacher guides and student journals.

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Educational Field Trips & Demos

Book a fun, educational, and interactive 30 minute program or informative 45 minute recital.

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Violin in Your School

This curriculum provides violin beginners a chance to build a strong foundation for technique as well as an introduction to music theory in a group class setting.

Find a Teacher

Find a Teacher

The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra can make it easier to find a teacher for students of all ages.