What is Lyra?​

Lyra is the Annapolis Symphony Academy's Beginner Chamber Orchestra designed as an introduction to string ensemble playing.
 

Included with Lyra - Exclusive Annapolis Symphony Academy benefits:​

• Workshops with Annapolis Symphony Orchestra soloists, guest artists and speakers.

• Performance opportunities.

• Community service.

• Assistance with applications and auditions (summer festivals, colleges & universities)

• Access to Annapolis Symphony Orchestra rehearsals.

• Complimentary Annapolis Symphony Orchestra concert access.
   

Who qualifies for Lyra?

Young string players ages 6-14 playing late Suzuki Book 1 though 3 or equivalent level repertoire (students must be able to read music), at the beginning of their musical journey, taking weekly one-on-one private lessons with an instructor, either at the Academy through our Virtuoso Pathway*, or through a private teacher outside the Academy. If you study with a teacher outside the Annapolis Symphony Academy and are admitted to Lyra, we will ask your private teacher to submit the required Teacher Verification Form.

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What is our ensemble/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.

 

How can I audition for Lyra?

Current members of the Annapolis Symphony Academy are not required to re-apply or re-audition.
 

New applicants, follow this simple process:

1) Fill out our Application Form.

2) Sign up for an In-Person audition or submit a Virtual Audition. Audition Information Available Here.

3) We will notify you of the audition results and your placement in our programs.

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Tuition and Fees

Administrative Fee: $125*

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Full merit-based scholarship to all students admitted to ensembles during the 2025-2026 academic year. Students may be asked to perform a musical community service during the semester. Excludes chamber music ensembles.

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* Administrative fee required to secure enrollment. Lyra Chamber Orchestra students also enrolled in Virtuoso Pathway students only pay one ($125) administrative fee to secure enrollment in both Virtuoso Pathway and Lyra Chamber Music Ensembles.

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Where and When?

Lyra Chamber Orchestra meets on Thursday afternoons. Available class times: 5:00pm.

All Annapolis Symphony Academy activities take place at Temple Beth Shalom, 1461 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Arnold, MD.