Ensemble Monterey Chamber Orchestra enriches the cultural life of the Central Coast, performing music that is adventurous, challenging and unique.
We are working to create the next generation of fine classical musicians and music lovers. On three of our four Monterey concerts this season we will highlight young artists from Youth Music Monterey and the YMM South County Strings program based in Soledad and a guitar ensemble from North Monterey County High School. The performers will present their music to our audiences and to their extended families, and then have the opportunity to watch our seasoned, professional musicians play as well. One ensemble from YMM will also perform a selection WITH our professionals. This past spring, we featured students from the South County Strings program and we offered complimentary tickets to their families. 82 family members came to the concert – for many this was their first concert experience! Expanding the program to include students on three concerts is eagerly anticipated by both the students and by our ticket holders.
I was very pleased with the music, and to get the chance to play in a different location and see the professional musicians. It inspired me to play more music, and more often. -Vanessa Sanchez, student South County Strings Program
- Vanessa Sanchez
