Orchestra

About the Foothill Orchestra Programs

The Orchestra Program has two programs: String Orchestra (9th Grade) and the Symphony Orchestra (10th-12th grade).

The Orchestras are under the direction of Erik Nishimori.

String Orchestra

String Orchestra is a performance-based ensemble designed for students with experience on violin, viola, cello, bass, or piano.  String and full orchestra music from all major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. Music theory and music history are part of the learning in the String Orchestra. The orchestra will perform at festivals, concerts, and community events throughout the year.

Symphony Orchestra

Symphony Orchestra is a performance-based ensemble designed for students with extensive experience on violin, viola, cello, bass, or piano.  Advanced string and full orchestra music from all major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. The orchestra performs at festivals, concerts, and community events throughout the year.

Latest Orchestra News

MidWeek Updates – Football and Band Review Schedule

We have to important updates for this week.  Please make sure to update your schedules as appropriate.  Weekly Schedule:  Friday -October 25, 2019 Foothill/Amador Game*Due to the busy week, we have canceled our performance at the Foothill/Amador Game.  Students...

45th Annual Foothill Band Review – Final Asks

The highlight of Foothills competition season - The 45th Annual FOOTHILL BAND REVIEW - is here - Saturday, October 26th! Be part of our amazing tradition, hosting over 50 middle and high schools at our 8:50am Parade, down Pleasanton's Main Street, concert competition...

Cookies, Volunteering, Cupertino, Shirts and More… Weekly Review

Cookie Sales Update Sales should be underway.  The Orders and Money are due by Friday, October 25th.  If you are having issues with the Google Form, it is perfectly acceptable to complete the online form and print it out, turning it into the band box. ...

Sign-up Time & Weekly Wrap-up – 9/20/2019

It is the time you have been waiting for… wait for it… Sign-up Time (oh and the Weekly Update).  Our Adult Volunteer Sign up links have now been posted to the website.  Volunteer Sign Up InformationFamilies can now sign up for the following events:  Fall Band Review,...

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