It’s another orchestra and big band double-header! We’re bringing together the lush sounds of a full orchestra with the electrifying energy of a big band in an afternoon that bridges classical and jazz. Experience Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite like never before, as we perform select movements alongside their bold, brassy counterparts—arranged by the legendary Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn.
SESSION 104 DETAILS
WHEN: Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 2-5pm
WHERE: Uptown Body & Fender, 401 26th St, Oakland, CA 94612
This session will he held inside the body shop!
ADMISSION: Free and open to all ages. Capacity for the venue is 300 people (musicians + audience).
TRANSPORTATION SUGGESTIONS: This venue is very accessible via public transportation. 19th St. BART is a 10 minute walk away, as are numerous AC Transit lines. Please join our Discord to coordinate walking buddies or a carpool! (https://discord.com/invite/UvCFQTsZrA). Parking is extremely limited, so plan accordingly!
SCHEDULE AND REPERTOIRE
CONDUCTORS: Artistic Director David Möschler and guest conductor Christine Brandes.
Edvard Grieg - Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 for orchestra
Edvard Grieg - Peer Gynt Suite for big band (arranged by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn)
2:05 PM Morning Mood orchestra
2:25 PM Morning Mood big band
2:35 PM 5 minute break
2:40 PM The Death Of Åse orchestra
3:00 PM The Death Of Åse big band
3:10 PM 5 minute break
3:20 PM Anitra's Dance orchestra
3:40 PM Anitra's Dance big band
3:50 PM 5 minute break
3:55 PM Solvieg's Song orchestra
4:20 PM Solvieg's Song big band
4:30 PM 5 minute break
4:35 PM In the Hall of the Mountain King orchestra
4:50 PM In the Hall of the Mountain King big band
ORCHESTRA INSTRUMENTATION: 2 flutes, 1 piccolo, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets (A or B-flat), 2 bassoons, 4 horns (E or F), 2 trumpets (E or B-flat), 3 trombones, 1 tuba, timpani, 2 percussion (bass drum, cymbals, triangle), strings
BIG BAND INSTRUMENTATION:
1 clarinet, 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, 1 baritone saxophone, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, drum set, 1 keyboard, 1 electric guitar, 1 double bass
SHEET MUSIC for upcoming open session is now at a new bit.ly link - It can be found on Google Drive at: bit.ly/AwesomeSheetMusic
MUSICIANS
We have space for: 12 flutes, 6 oboes, 12 clarinets, 6 bassoons, 12 saxes, 10 horns, 12 trumpets, 12 trombones, 2 tubas, 6 percussion, 4 keyboards, 32 violins, 16 violas, 16 cellos, 8 double basses.
**NOTE: Due to the complicated and unique nature of this event, there will be multiple factors taken into consideration when Ambassadors are assigning their sections. It is not merely first-come, first served. Thank you for understanding. Ambassadors will build section rosters based on the preferences you share in the signup form and confirm section assignments by March 25**
Waitlist Protocol
Our community of musicians is growing (which is AWESOME), but sometimes that means that some sections fill up quickly (especially flutes and clarinets). You can still sign-up via the form, but if you notice on the form that your instrument has a “waitlist” tag on it, don’t despair! We usually take players off the waitlist as some folks’ plans change. When that happens, you’ll be notified by your Section Ambassadors.