About the Event
Violin • Viola • Cello • Double Bass
Shenandoah Conservatory invites high school students from throughout the region to participate in its 2024 Strings Day on Saturday, February 10. Students will participate in masterclasses and technique workshops led by Shenandoah Conservatory’s prestigious string faculty.
Event Highlights
- String Faculty & String Chamber Music Students Recital
- Final Group Performance
- Masterclasses
- Workshops on Various Topics
Meet the Conductor
Emanuele Andrizzi
Conductor, composer and pianist Emanuele Andrizzi received his education in the rich musical tradition of Rome’s Conservatory. His conducting has earned acclaim, with the Chicago Tribune describing it as “admirable” and the San Diego Union Tribune praising its “spirit and thoughtfulness.” With a versatile musical background and a deep passion for various aspects of the art form, he brings extensive experience in symphonic and operatic repertoires.
String Faculty & Guests
Shenandoah Conservatory Faculty
Special Guest Artists
Schedule
| Time | Event | Location |
| 9 a.m. | Registration Opens | Armstrong Hall, Room 39 |
| 9:30 a.m. | Welcome & Opening Concert | Armstrong Concert Hall |
| 10:15 a.m. | Full Ensemble Rehearsal with Maestro Andrizzi | Armstrong Concert Hall |
| 11:25 a.m. | Sectionals | Violins (Ruebush Hall, Room 148) Violas (Armstrong Hall Lobby) Cellos (Armstrong Hall, Room 39) Basses (Armstrong Concert Hall Stage) |
| 12 p.m. | Lunch | Allen Dining Hall |
| 1 p.m. | Masterclasses & Workshops | Violins (Ruebush Hall, Room 148) Violas (Ruebush Hall, Room 245) Cellos (Armstrong Hall, Room 39) Basses (Armstrong Concert Hall Stage) |
| 2:40 p.m. | Q&A Session with Current Shenandoah Conservatory Students | Armstrong Hall, Room 39 |
| 3:30 p.m. | Full Ensemble Rehearsal with Maestro Andrizzi | Armstrong Concert Hall |
| 4:30 p.m. | Break & Practice Time | Armstrong Concert Hall |
| 5 p.m. | Final Concert | Armstrong Concert Hall |
Schedule is subject to change.
Contact Us
Questions?
Contact Director of Orchestral Studies and Associate Professor of Conducting Emanuele Andrizzi at emanuele.andrizzi@su.edu for more information.
