The UC Davis Symphony Orchestra (UCDSO) is committed to
presenting repertoire from different periods and styles at the
highest artistic level. Members also pride themselves in
performing works by students, faculty, and visiting composers.
Established in 1959, the orchestra has performed in many cities
in Northern California, as well as in Australia, Canada, France,
French Polynesia, and Spain. As of 2013, the UCDSO has grown
to approximately 110 members and is a resident ensemble of
Jackson Hall at the Mondavi
Center.
Course Information: MUS 141. University Symphony (2
units)
All applicants should prepare a solo piece that demonstrates fast
and slow playing (it can be two different pieces or sections from
the same work).
Applicants interested in holding a principal position should
also prepare to perform at least three orchestral
excerpts chosen from the selections below. Everyone is welcome
and encouraged to perform these excerpts but only those
interested in holding a principal position are required to
do so. Parts are free and available for download here:
The [violin] concerto is known for its mix of Hungarian folk
melodies, Bulgarian dance rhythms, modern microtonality and
references to Medieval and Renaissance music — including the
composer’s use of scordatura (an alternate tuning of the violin
that was used by Baroque composer H.I.F. Biber in some of his
violin sonatas).
