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Summer 1 Rehearsal Schedule
Orchestra & Band Rehearsals:
| Rehearsal 1 | Tues. June 17, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM in-person Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 |
| Rehearsal 2 | Wed. June 18, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM in-person Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 |
| Rehearsal 3 | Thur. June 19, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM in-person Place: Holliston United Methodist Church (Dream Church) Address:1305 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106 |
| Tutti Rehearsal | Fri. June 20, 2025 | Place: Holliston United Methodist Church (Dream Church) Address:1305 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM/TBA in-person |
| Dress Rhs & Performance | Sat. June 21, 2025 | Walt Disney Concert Hall (111 S Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012) 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM for Chamber Orchestra only 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM Dress Rehearsal 7:30 PM – 10:15 PM Performance |
- If you have time conflicts with Rehearsals 1, 2, or 3, please contact us to arrange a make-up rehearsal on another day.
- A pizza meal will be provided during the break for Rehearsals 1, 2, 3, and the Tutti Rehearsal. If you don’t prefer pizza, you may bring your own brown-bag meal. For the Dress Rehearsal, food will not be provided. Please refer to the “Concert Day FAQ” in the All-in-One Information shared with registered LAYP performers.
- Sectional rehearsals may be added.
- Time Zone: Pacific Time (Los Angeles)
- Each conductor will plan the rehearsals within the scheduled time frame. Detailed plans will be announced at each rehearsal.
Makeup/Alternative Rehearsals (choose either or both options):
- Join LAYP Orchestra & Band Academy sessions to receive credit for makeup hours (for orchestra & band students only; see details below).
- Take extra private lessons: (updated) If you take an additional private lesson with your current teacher and focus on your concert repertoire, you may earn rehearsal credit. For every 1 hour of private lesson, followed by 1 hour of individual practice and 1 hour of video recording/submission, you may receive 3 hours of rehearsal credit. This option is available for orchestra, band, and choir students.
Video Submission Details: Click here to upload your practice video. Please arrange additional lessons with your current private teacher to learn and practice all concert pieces. Record a video of your performance of all assigned pieces and submit it to us by the deadline—typically one week before each concert (see the posted deadlines). Once submitted and reviewed, you will receive credit.
Notes: Practice video submission is required only for students who have time conflicts with rehearsals. If you are able to attend all rehearsals, you do not need to submit any practice videos.
Orch & Band Academy:
If you sign up for and attend the Orch & Band Academy sessions, you will earn credits toward alternative or optional makeup lessons. For instance, to make up for Rehearsal 1, you must attend two separate sessions to fulfill the six-hour rehearsal requirement.
Click here to RSVP for the sessions.
| Orch & Band Academy | Sat. 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, & 5/31 | 8:30-11:30 AM (Band) 3:30-6:30 PM (Strings) Place: First Baptist Church of Los Angeles Address: 760 S Westmoreland Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90005 |
| Sat. 6/7 & 6/14 | 8:30-11:30 AM (Band & Percussion) 1:30-4:30 PM (Strings) Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 |
Choir Rehearsals:
| Rehearsal 1 (L.A. Section) | Sun. June 1, 2025 | Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM LAYP SATB Singers 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM Symphony Chorus as United Choirs* In-person only *‘United Choirs’ denotes all participating choirs |
| Rehearsal 2 (L.A. Section) | Sun. June 8, 2025 | Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM LAYP SATB Singers 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM Symphony Chorus as United Choirs In-person only |
| Rehearsal 3 (L.A. Section) | Sun. June 15, 2025 | Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM LAYP SATB Singers 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM Symphony Chorus as United Choirs In-person only |
| Tutti Rehearsal (All Groups) | Fri. June 20, 2025 | Place: Holliston United Methodist Church (Dream Church) Address:1305 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106 Time: for all choirs 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM/TBA In-person only |
| Dress Rhs & Performance (All Groups) | Sat. June 21, 2025 | Walt Disney Concert Hall (all-day) (111 S Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012) 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM for Chamber Orchestra only 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM Dress Rehearsal 7:30 PM – 10:15 PM Performance |
- If you have time conflicts with Rehearsals 1, 2, or 3, please contact us to arrange a make-up rehearsal on another day.
- A pizza meal will be provided during the break for Rehearsals 1, 2, 3, and the Tutti Rehearsal. If you don’t prefer pizza, you may bring your own brown-bag meal. For the Dress Rehearsal, food will not be provided. Please refer to the “Concert Day FAQ” in the All-in-One Information shared with registered LAYP performers.
- Sectional rehearsals may be added.
- Time Zone: Pacific Time (Los Angeles)
- Each conductor will plan the rehearsals within the scheduled time frame. Detailed plans will be announced at each rehearsal.
Section rehearsals (SATB Choir) in the Bakersfield area:
- Rehearsal 1: Mon. June 2, 2025
- Rehearsal 2: Mon. June 9, 2025
- Rehearsal 3: Mon. July 16, 2025
The rehearsals for soloists/duet/trio/small ensemble performers will be arranged on other days with conductors and accompanists.
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Summer 2 Rehearsal Schedule
Orchestra & Band Rehearsals:
| Online Rehearsal | Fri. July 11, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM online |
| Rehearsal 1 | Tues. July 22, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM in-person Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 |
| Rehearsal 2 | Wed. July 23, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM in-person Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 |
| Rehearsal 3 | Thur. July 24, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM in-person Place: Holliston United Methodist Church (Dream Church) Address:1305 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106 |
| Tutti Rehearsal | Fri. July 25, 2025 | Place: Holliston United Methodist Church (Dream Church) Address:1305 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM in-person |
| Dress Rhs & Performance | Sat. July 26, 2025 | Place: Walt Disney Concert Hall Address: 111 S Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:59 AM Pro SATB Choir & Chamber Orchestra only 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM Dress Rehearsal (All) 7:30 PM – 10:15 PM Performance (All) |
- If you have time conflicts with Online Rehearsal, Rehearsals 1, 2, or 3, please contact us to arrange a make-up rehearsal on another day.
- A pizza meal will be provided during the break for Rehearsals 1, 2, 3, and the Tutti Rehearsal. If you don’t prefer pizza, you may bring your own brown-bag meal. For the Dress Rehearsal, food will not be provided. Please refer to the “Concert Day FAQ” in the All-in-One Information shared with registered LAYP performers.
- Sectional rehearsals may be added.
- Time Zone: Pacific Time (Los Angeles)
- Each conductor will plan the rehearsals within the scheduled time frame. Detailed plans will be announced at each rehearsal.
Makeup/Alternative Rehearsals (choose either or both options):
- Join LAYP Orchestra & Band Academy sessions to receive credit for makeup hours (for orchestra and band students only; see details below).
- Take extra private lessons: (updated) If you take an additional private lesson with your current teacher and focus on your concert repertoire, you may earn rehearsal credit. For every 1 hour of private lesson, followed by 1 hour of individual practice and 1 hour of video recording/submission, you may receive 3 hours of rehearsal credit. This option is available for orchestra, band, and choir students.
Video Submission Details: Click here to upload your practice video. Please arrange additional lessons with your current private teacher to learn and practice all concert pieces. Record a video of your performance of all assigned pieces and submit it to us by the deadline—typically one week before each concert (see the posted deadlines). Once submitted and reviewed, you will receive credit.
Notes: Practice video submission is required only for students who have time conflicts with rehearsals. If you are able to attend all rehearsals, you do not need to submit any practice videos.
Orch & Band Academy:
If you sign up for and attend the Orch & Band Academy sessions, you will earn credits toward alternative or optional makeup lessons. For instance, to make up for Rehearsal 1, you must attend two separate sessions to fulfill the six-hour rehearsal requirement.
Click here to RSVP for the sessions.
| Orch & Band Academy | Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N. Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 | |
5:00-8:00 PM (Strings) Place: Pasadena Christian School Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 | ||
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Choir Rehearsals: SATB Chamber Singers & Symphony Chorus
- Rehearsal 1: Sun. July 13, 2025 3:00-6:00 PM
- Rehearsal 2: Sun. July 20, 2025 3:00-6:00 PM
- Location: Pasadena Christian School (Address: 1492 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104)
| Tutti Rehearsal (All Groups) | Fri. July 25, 2025 | Place: Holliston United Methodist Church (Dream Church) Address:1305 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106 Time: for all choirs 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM In-person only |
| Dress Rhs & Performance (All Groups) | Sat. July 26, 2025 | Walt Disney Concert Hall (all-day) (111 S Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012) 10:00 AM – 11:59 AM for Pro SATB Choir & Chamber Orchestra only 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM Dress Rehearsal 7:30 PM – 10:15 PM Performance |
The rehearsals for soloists/duet/trio/small ensemble performers will be arranged on other days with conductors and accompanists.
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Summer 3 Rehearsal Schedule
Summer Concert 3: Small Chamber Ensemble
| Rehearsal 1 | Sat. Aug. 2, | Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM In-person Place: Wilshire United Methodist Church Address: 4350 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90005 |
| Rehearsal 2 | Sun. Aug. 3, 2025 | Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM In-person Place: Wilshire United Methodist Church Address: 4350 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90005 |
| Rehearsal 3 | Fri. Aug. 8, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM online |
| Tutti Rehearsal | Sat. Aug. 9, 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM In-person only Place: Wilshire United Methodist Church Address: 4350 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90005 |
| Concert | Sun. Aug. 10, 2025 | (200 S Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012) 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM Dress Rehearsal 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Performance Limited Availability! Stage Capacity: Registration: |
- If you have time conflicts with Rehearsals 1, 2, or 3, please contact us to arrange a make-up rehearsal on another day.
- A pizza meal will be provided during the break for Rehearsals 1, 2, and the Tutti Rehearsal. If you don’t prefer pizza, you may bring your own brown-bag meal. For the Dress Rehearsal, food will not be provided. Please refer to the “Concert Day FAQ” in the All-in-One Information shared with registered LAYP performers.
- Sectional rehearsals may be added.
- Time Zone: Pacific Time (Los Angeles)
- Each conductor will plan the rehearsals within the scheduled time frame. Detailed plans will be announced at each rehearsal.
Makeup/Alternative Rehearsals (choose either or both options):
- Join LAYP Online Academy sessions to receive credit for makeup hours (for orchestra and band students only; see details below).
- Take extra private lessons: (updated) If you take an additional private lesson with your current teacher and focus on your concert repertoire, you may earn rehearsal credit. For every 1 hour of private lesson, followed by 1 hour of individual practice and 1 hour of video recording/submission, you may receive 3 hours of rehearsal credit. This option is available for orchestra, band, and choir students.
Video Submission Details: Please arrange additional lessons with your current private teacher to learn and practice all concert pieces. Record a video of your performance of all assigned pieces and submit it to us by the deadline—typically one week before each concert (see the posted deadlines). Once submitted and reviewed, you will receive credit on a case-by-case basis.
Notes: Practice video submission is required only for students who have time conflicts with rehearsals. If you are able to attend all rehearsals, you do not need to submit any practice videos.
LAYP Online Academy: Click here to RSVP for the sessions.
If you sign up for and attend the Online Academy sessions, you will earn credits toward alternative or optional makeup lessons.
Please contact us at admin@layouthphilharmonic.com to discuss your situation on a case-by-case basis.
The rehearsals for soloists/duet/trio/small ensemble performers will be arranged on other days with conductors and accompanists.
Rehearsal Rule
Rehearsal Rule: All three intensive rehearsals and the tutti rehearsal are mandatory for all the qualified student performers to be the finalists, and there will be no excuse for the dress rehearsal.
On concert day, plan to conserve your energy and avoid scheduling doctor’s appointments or attending other events such as recitals, competitions, festivals, camps, or SAT exams.
Makeup/Alternative Rehearsal Plan : If you have a scheduling conflict, you must submit your makeup or alternative rehearsal plan by the deadline for LAYP approval. For your plan, please select one or both of the alternative options listed below.
- Join LAYP Orchestra & Band Academy sessions to receive credit for missed rehearsal hours (for orchestra and band students only; see details above). If the in-person academy schedule does not work for you, please contact us to arrange an Online Academy session.
- Take extra private lessons: (updated) If you take an additional private lesson with your current teacher and focus on your concert repertoire, you may earn rehearsal credit. For every 1 hour of private lesson, followed by 1 hour of individual practice and 1 hour of video recording/submission, you may receive 3 hours of rehearsal credit. This option is available for orchestra, band, and choir students.
Practice Video Submission Details: Click here to upload your practice video. Please arrange additional lessons with your current private teacher to learn and practice all concert pieces. Record a video of your performance of all assigned pieces and submit it to us by the deadline—typically one week before each concert (see the posted deadlines). Once submitted and reviewed, you will receive credit.
Notes: Practice video submission is required only for students who have time conflicts with rehearsals. If you are able to attend all rehearsals, you do not need to submit any practice videos.
Tutti Rehearsal (on the day before the concert): Upon the completion of the tutti rehearsal, a qualified/registered performer becomes a finalist. The finalist will receive a Disney Hall backstage pass upon attending and completing this tutti rehearsal. This is the only day when all groups gather together and run through the concert repertoire, just one day before the concert. Without a Disney Hall backstage pass, access to the artist entrance at Disney Hall will be denied.
Dress Rehearsal on the Concert Day: This day demands full attention and energy, with no room for excuses. Please ensure there are no conflicts with other events throughout the entire day (morning, afternoon, and evening; 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM). Plan to conserve your energy and avoid scheduling doctor’s appointments or attending other events such as recitals, competitions, festivals, camps, or SAT exams.
Notes: No excuses for the dress rehearsal.
LAYP Official Excuse Request Letter: If you want to submit an official LAYP letter to your school, organization, institute, or community, please take these steps:
- Click here to download an LAYP Official Letter.
- Click here to enter your child’s name on the LAYP Official Letter PDF, or you can use your preferred PDF editing program.
Practice Log: Submitting a practice log is completely optional. If you would like to keep one, feel free to scan and upload it in any format using our Dropbox link here.
LAYP Finalist
Q: Your website states “attending all the required rehearsals is mandatory for accepted student performers to qualify as finalists.” What does “qualify as finalists” mean?
A: The finalists mean the performers who completed all the required rehearsals. If you miss a rehearsal, you cannot be qualified as a finalist to perform at the concert hall. See Rehearsal Rule above.
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