FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
At what age can a student join the Annapolis Symphony Academy?
We offer programs for students ages 4 through high-school. To learn more about our offerings, please click the Programs tab on the menu.
Can I participate in the Academy's chamber music ensembles or orchestras and keep my current private teacher?
Students taking weekly one-on-one private lessons with a teacher outside the Academy are eligible to participate in our ensembles or orchestras. Once admitted to the Academy, please ask your private teacher to fill out the Teacher Verification Form. If you do not have a private teacher, you may enroll in the Virtuoso Pathway, which will include all of your lessons, ensemble or orchestra assignments, and much more! All Annapolis Symphony Academy students are required to take one-on-one, weekly private lessons either through the Virtuoso Pathway or outside the Academy with your current private teacher.
Can I join the Virtuoso Pathway at any time?
Yes, pending studio availability. If you already participate in our ensembles or orchestras, or if you are new to the Annapolis Symphony Academy you may apply for the Virtuoso Pathway at any time. Pending an audition and whether we have a private teacher slot we can assign for you, we will enroll you in the program. If not, we will enroll you at the beginning of the following semester.
How do I sign up as a returning student?
Please complete the "Reserve My Spot" form available on our website.
What are the general level guidelines for each Annapolis Symphony Academy ensembles and orchestras?
Lyra - Suzuki Book 1 through 3 or equivalent level.
Aries - Suzuki Book 4 through 7 or equivalent level.
Orion - Suzuki Book 8 and up or equivalent level.
*Faculty and ensemble directors may determine if a student is ready to move upwards to higher ensembles depending on the students current playing level and progress. The ensemble directors will make a recommendation to the student and parent. Students may audition for a higher ensemble at any point in the semester. Pending a satisfactory audition, students will be assigned to the higher ensemble in semester following the audition date.
Where can I find the audition requirements?
Requirements are available on our auditions page.
Do I need to re-audition for my ensemble?
No, students do not need to re-audition every year. If you would like to audition for another ensemble, please submit an application and audition recording as soon as possible.
Can I be in more than one ensemble?
Yes, students can be in more than one ensemble.
Does the Academy offer financial aid?
Yes. We offer need-based financial aid to all eligible students; please visit the Financial Aid page for more information. Additionally, students admitted to any ASA ensemble receive a merit-based, full orchestral scholarship.
Do I need to apply for financial aid every year?
Yes, students need to submit a financial aid application every year. Please contact Julie Nolan with questions about financial aid. https://www.tunedtoyouth.org/financial-aid-form
A family member is interested in joining the Academy as well, Is there a sibling discount?
Yes. Each sibling receives a 10% tuition reduction.
What is our orchestra attendance policy?
Concert participation is required for all students. All dates are available on the Online Calendar. Group class attendance is crucial, as it affects everyone in the group. Each student is allowed two (2) missed rehearsals per semester for any reason. Any additional absences must be approved by the Academy. All group activity absences, as well as private lesson absences require submission of an absence form. Click here to open the ASA Absence Request Form
What is our private lesson attendance policy?
ASA faculty are responsible for making up any lessons they miss; however, they do not provide make-up lessons for students who miss class. The academic calendar includes designated make-up weeks each semester specifically for faculty to reschedule any lessons they had to cancel. All group activity absences, as well as private lesson absences require submission of an absence form. Click here to open the ASA Absence Request Form
Do you have a question?
Please email your questions to ndraiblate@annapolissymphony.org or call 443-454-0609.