Box Office

• Box Office Link for CMS 1 Ticket Sales – Click Here
• Box Office Link for CMS 2 Ticket Sales – Click Here
• Box Office Link for CMS 3 Ticket Sales – Click Here

• $50 for 6 seats only: F 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106
• $35 for 7 seats only: G 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107
• $20 for the rest of the seats above
• Seating Chart: click here

2024-25 Season Announcement

• Summer 2: Sun. Aug. 4, 2024 5:00 PM at Thayer Hall (confirmed)
• Concert 1: Sun. Sept. 22, 2024 5:00 PM at Thayer Hall (penciled)
• Concert 2: Sun. Dec. 22, 2024 5:00 PM at Thayer Hall (penciled)
• Concert 3: Sun. March 2, 2025 5:00 PM at Thayer Hall (penciled)

Note: The timeline will closely resemble that of the 2023-24 Season below. The registration will be open in August.

All-In-One Information on CMS

Parking at Colburn School:

• Please be aware that parking on the Colburn campus is unavailable. Kindly utilize Disney Hall parking ($10 flat rate) or explore public parking options around the Colburn School.

Concert Program

• CMS 1 – click here
• CMS 2 – click here
• CMS 3 – click here
• Concert Visit 1 – click here
• Concert Visit 2 – click here
• If your child’s name is missing or misspelled on the roster or donation list, kindly inform us.

CMS 2 Concert Photo Slideshow – click here

CMS 2 Concert Video – click here

Check-In on the Concert Date (Thayer Hall)

• If you are a first-time visitor, finding Thayer Hall at Colburn School may be challenging, so please plan to arrive early.
• If you park your car at Disney Hall, cross the street, and walk up the stairs between two buildings of Colburn School.
• If you see a cafe, turn left. Enter through the security entrance of the building. Check in with the parent volunteers and proceed to the warm-up rooms.

Warm-Up Rooms

• Greene Room: Female Soloists
• Room 320: Male Performers
• Room 325: Female Performers

Online Rehearsal Zoom Link – Click Here

Reference Soundtrack and Concert Audio Files

• CMS 1 – click here
• CMS 2 – click here for Reference; click here for Concert Audio
• CMS 3 – click here
• Concert Visit 1 - click here for Reference; click here for Concert Audio
• Concert Visit 2 – click here

Rehearsal Schedule

• CMS 1 – click here
• CMS 2 – click here
• CMS 3 – click here

Set-Up Guideline for Online Rehearsals – Click Here

Dress Code – Click Here

Music Binder or iPad/Tablet- Click Here

Rehearsal Notes

• CMS 1 – click here
• CMS 2 – click here
• CMS 3 – click here
• Concert Visit 1 – click here
• Concert Visit 2 – click here

Chamber Music Series 2023-24 Announcement

We are glad to announce the schedule of CMS (Chamber Music Series) as follows. This series is open to the 2023 Summer Concert participants and designed to provide more intimate chances to showcase our talented young musicians.

How to Register?

• Click here for Registration Google Form
• The deadline to register: Aug. 15, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)

Schedule

Timeline:

• August 15, 2023: Registration Due
• August 15, 2023: CMS Soloist’s Potential Repertoire Submission Due

CMS 1

• August 15-31, 2023: concert repertoire selection draft
• September 1-15: sheet music sent; Thayer Hall Box Office open; parent volunteer service sign-up
• September 22-24: three-day donation drive
• September 24: online rehearsal 4:00-6:00 PM (Sunday) on Zoom

CMS 2

• November 1-15: sheet music sent; Thayer Hall Box Office open; parent volunteer service sign-up:
• December 8-10: three-day donation drive
• December 10: online rehearsal 4:00-6:00 PM (Sunday) on Zoom

CMS 3

• February 1-15: sheet music sent; Thayer Hall Box Office open; parent volunteer service sign-up
• February 16-18: three-day donation drive
• February 25: online rehearsal 4:00-6:00 PM (Sunday) on Zoom

Sun. Oct. 1, 2023 5:00 PM	Chamber Music Series I Fall Concert -Thayer Hall on the Colburn School campus -Two Intensive Rehearsals (subject to change) Fri. Sept. 29, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM in-person Sat. Sept. 30, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM in-person Sun. Oct. 1, 2:00-4:30 PM dress rehearsal; 5:00 PM performance
Sun. Dec. 17, 2023 5:00 PM or (both) Wed. Dec. 27, 2023 4:00 PM	Chamber Music Series II Winter Concert 1) Winter Concert at Thayer Hall on the Colburn School campus -Sun. Dec. 17, 2023 at 5:00 PM -Two Intensive Rehearsals for both Concerts Fri. Dec. 15, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM in-person Sat. Dec. 16, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM in-person Sun. Dec. 17, 2:00-4:30 PM dress rehearsal; 5:00 PM performance 2) Donate-Your-Talent Project via Concert Visit -Wed. Dec. 27 at a Convalescence Hospital -2:30 PM Sound Check; 4:00 PM Performance -Additional/Concert Visit -The Heights of Summerlin, Las Vegas -Address: 10550 Park Run Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89144 -Website: https://www.theheightsofsummerlin.com/ -Volunteer service hours will be awarded
Sun. March 3, 2023 5:00 PM or (both) Sun. March 24, 2023 3:30 PM	Chamber Music Series III Spring Concert 1) Spring Concert at Thayer Hall on Colburn School campus -Sun. March 3, 2024 at 5:00 PM -Two Intensive Rehearsals (subject to change) Fri. March 1, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM in-person Sat. March 2, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM in-person Sun. March 3 2:00-4:30 PM dress rehearsal; 5:00 PM performance 2) Donate-Your-Talent Project via Concert Visit -Sun. March 24 at a Retirement Center in West Hills -2:30 PM Sound Check; 3:30 PM Performance -Additional/Concert Visit -Fairwinds West Hills (Retirement Center) -Address: 8138 Woodlake Ave. West Hills, CA 91304 -Website: www.FairwindsWesthills.com -Volunteer service hours will be awarded

Notes: One online rehearsal (TBA) on Sunday (afternoon or evening) prior to the in-person rehearsals may be arranged.

Rehearsal Location: The rehearsal location for CMS will be either First Baptist Church of Los Angeles or Pasadena Christian School.

• CMS 1-2-3 Rehearsal Location
• Pasadena Christian School/Orchestra Room
• Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104

Rehearsal Rule: Two intensive rehearsals and dress rehearsal are mandatory for all the qualified student performers, and there will be no excuse.

Makeup/Alternative for Online Rehearsals: If you have time conflicts with your school/community orchestra/choir concerts, exams, competitions, camps, workshops, family events, or any other engagements, you need to contact us to arrange a make-up rehearsal on other days or to watch a recorded rehearsal video.

FAQ

Qualification & Registration

Q: I am a participant of the Summer Concert 2023. May I participate in this series?

A: Yes! If you are a finalist who completed all the intensive rehearsals and concert either online or in-person for this past Summer Concert, you are eligible to participate.

Q: Do I need to audition for this series?

A: No! All the returning students who auditioned for the summer concert are eligible to participate without an additional audition.

Q: Do you accept a new student for this series?

A: Yes! New students need to take the online audition process. As the space is limited, the priority will go first to the returning students. If you are interested in the online audition for CMS, please email us at layouthphil@gmail.com so that we can open the audition window for you.

Q: When do you open the registration window?

A: Registration typically opens in July or August.

Q: When is the registration deadline?

A: The registration deadline is August 15th.

Q: Can participants pick the date for their concert, or is it assigned to them?

A: In the first round of the process, participants can select their preferred dates. If there’s a conflict with the solo repertoire in the second round, the LAYP team will offer suggestions for adjustments. Participants can then finalize the dates.

Q: Do I have to participate in all three concerts, or is there flexibility?

A: Participants can choose one, two, or all three concert dates out of the three options available. While it’s recommended to participate in all three concerts, it’s not mandatory.

Q: Can I register for all three series?

A: Yes! It is highly recommended unless you have time conflicts with your school/community orchestra/choir concerts, exams, competitions, camps, workshops, family events, or any other engagements

Q: In case of schedule conflicts, can a student participate in one of the three chamber series?

A: Yes! As we offer three to five CMS concerts, you have the option to switch to another one if the initially chosen concert does not work for you.

Q: Even if a student applies for one series, they may not get in because the space is limited. Is this correct?

A: Yes, that is correct, but you can secure a space if you register as early as possible. If the spots are full, we plan to announce the closure.

Q: I have discovered that there is a scheduling clash, such as conflicts involving school events, exams. Can I know what happens if I withdraw my registration?

A: If you are unable to uphold your commitment to participate, you will forfeit the fees you have paid and become ineligible for future LAYP participation for a period of three years.

Size of Chamber Ensemble

Q: What does a chamber music series orchestra look like?

A: It is a small or medium size ensemble which consists of 12 to 25 players. If there are more participants than this size, two or more groups of the chamber ensembles will be formed and their rehearsal time slots will be re-arranged.

Q: My child played in band. Is this for band too or just orchestra players? 

A: The Chamber Music Series is open to Orchestra, Band, and Choir students. This means that students who play in the Orchestra, Band, or Choir are all qualified to apply.

CMS Soloists

Q: How do you select the CMS Soloists?

A: The Concert Committee selects the CMS Soloists for each series based on participants’ this past summer concert audition results, experiences, engagements, and current school grade level etc.

Solo Repertoire

Q: How can I select a solo piece?

A: Consult with your private teacher and refer to this guideline: Orchestral concertos from the Baroque, Classical, early Romantic, or Modern period are suggested, as they need to be suitable for a small-size chamber ensemble. If you choose a sonata or solo piece accompanied by piano, the LAYP team will orchestrate it for solo and chamber orchestra.

Notes for vocal solo: you can include theater musical repertoires.

Q: Does a solo piece have to be chamber music?

A: It is not limited to chamber music. Concertos with orchestra, duets with piano, trios with piano are acceptable. The LAYP Team will orchestrate them for solo/duet/trio and orchestra.

Q: I was wondering if I could choose the solo piece that I will play, because I am currently practicing Weber Clarinet Concerto No. 1 first movement. If I cannot choose the piece, when will I know what the piece is?

A: Yes, you can choose your solo piece. CMS Soloists are typically asked to submit their solo repertoire by August 15, usually after the summer concert. You may prioritize the Weber Clarinet Concerto as your #1 choice in the repertoire submission. Once we receive all submissions, we will review and screen them to identify any song/piece conflicts or other issues.

Q: My child is nominated to be a CMS soloist. Does a CMS soloist play in the chamber orchestra or perform a solo piece only?

A: CMS soloists are required to play both as soloists and orchestral players. This offers them a wonderful opportunity to excel in both capacities. By participating in the orchestra, soloists gain a better understanding of the relationship and cooperation between a soloist and the orchestra.

Q: My child was nominated as a soloist and registered for all CMS 1-2-3. Do the CMS soloists perform a solo piece in all of the concerts or just one?

A: It depends on availability. If there are enough openings, the soloists may have more than one solo performance. However, the number of solo opportunities for each soloist will depend on various factors, including the concert schedule and the availability of time slots for solo performances. Rest assured, we will do our best to provide soloists with as many opportunities as possible to showcase their talents.

Dress Code

Q: What is the dress code?

A: Click here to see the LAYP Dress Code

Q: My child will be playing as a soloist and I’m trying to plan her outfit. If she’s also going to be playing with the ensemble, how should she dress? Should she wear the white top with black bottom, then she changes to a different color dress when she plays as soloist? Will I be able to help her change backstage? What do the soloists normally do?

A: She does not need to change clothes. Soloists will wear their own free-color/formal concert dress. Watch the concert video in which a piano soloist is playing the timpani wearing her soloist dress. A soloist may wear a white cardigan when playing as an orchestra member and put it off when playing as a soloist. In the 2022 summer concert, the flute soloist wore an additional white top in a cardigan type onto her existing soloist dress when she was playing as an orchestral player.

Rehearsal

Q: Are two intensive rehearsals mandatory?

A: Yes (see the rehearsal rule above).

Q: What should I do if I discover a scheduling conflict with my other commitments that overlap with rehearsal time? 

A: Unfortunately, missing any portion of the rehearsal is not an option. All students are required to attend rehearsals in their entirety. We maintain a high level of commitment and attendance to ensure the success of our rehearsals and performances.

Q: Are the rehearsals in-person or online?

A: Two intensive rehearsals are in-person (see the schedule above). One online rehearsal will be arranged.

Q: May I receive the link for the Zoom meetings?

A: Click here for the link

Q: Is there a break during the rehearsal?

A: Yes, a pizza break is provided during rehearsals. The conductor allows students to take a break when a piece does not include their instrumental part in the rehearsal.

Q: Do the students need to bring snacks?

A: Snacks are not necessary, as a pizza break is included. If you do not like pizza, you may bring your own snacks.

Q: Do parents need to stay during the rehearsal?

A: Parents are not allowed to stay in rehearsals, except for parent volunteers. They are free to explore the rehearsal area during spare time. Suggestions for attractions can be found by searching “city (for example, Pasadena) attractions” on Google.

Q: Can students bring their own lunch if they don’t like pizza?

A: Yes, students have the option to bring a brown bag lunch if they prefer something other than pizza.

Cost

Q: What cost is involved?

A: There will be a registration fee. Each registration fee for each orchestral player is $275 for Chamber Music Series I (single concert), $300 for Chamber Music Series II (two concerts), & $300 for Chamber Music Series III (two concerts). Your registration fee, along with the funding from our grant, will partially cover the concert production expenses for the 2023-24 CMS Season.

Updates:

• $275 for CMS II if you select a single concert
• $275 for CMS III if you select a single concert
• Starting from the 2024-25 season, a $500 registration fee per CMS Soloist will be added. A CMS soloist does not need to pay the additional registration fee, even though they are required to join the chamber orchestra as an orchestral player.

Ticket Sale

Q: Do you sell concert tickets?

A: Yes! The Box Office will start selling tickets 4-6 weeks prior to the concerts. The ticket sale price will be $20 except F-101 to 106 & G-101 to 107. To see the seating chart, click here.

The concert visit events(12/27 & 3/24) will be free admission shows, but you need to RSVP via Google Forms when we send out.

Q: Do parents need to purchase seats for the concert?

A: Yes, all audience members, including parents (mom and dad), need to purchase concert tickets.

Q: Where can I find detailed information about the concert and ticket purchase?

A: Comprehensive information, including box office details and the breakdown of each day’s rehearsal schedule, can be found on the CMS homepage (this page). Explore the website for a better overview.

Donation

Q: Do you accept donations for this series?

A: Yes! We accept your donations for the Chamber Music Series.

Miscellaneous

Q: Since CMS II Concert 2 is taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, could you give the recommendation to book a few nights?

A: As it is the one-day schedule (2:00 rehearsal & 4:00 concert), you may plan a one-day trip. If you plan to stay at hotels, ask your parents to search “Las Vegas hotels without casino”

More questions? Please email us at layouthphil@gmail.com