South Pasadena Elementary Orchestra
South Pasadena Elementary Orchestra is considered one of the finest elementary school orchestras in the country.
Susan Pascale, program director, attributes their success to the top-notch instruction the children receive from a young age. Many began their musical studies with the South Pasadena Strings Program, which accepts children as young as 3.
Her unique approach to teaching orchestra emphasizes the basics, including
proper hand position and posture, ear training and sight reading. This
discipline has proven successful. The elementary orchestra has won top honors at
prestigious regional and national competitions. Qualified students will be
eligible for the upcoming performance in Italy.
How to join SPEO
Acceptance into the elementary orchestra is by audition only. Many students start in the Training Orchestra. When they feel they are ready they audition for SPEO.
For more information about the South Pasadena Elementary Orchestra or Training Orchestra please contact Susan Pascale.