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Season
GGP coincides with the school year calendar kicking off in September and
concluding in May.  The 2007-2008 season schedule is now available.

Locations, Days, and Times
Beginning 2007-2008, orchestra rehearsals and performances are held at School of the Arts, 555 Portola Drive, unless otherwise noted. Rehearsals take place on Mondays after school. Classes begin at 4:00 p.m.

Orchestra concerts are held three times a year on Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Chamber Ensemble Concerts are held on Sunday afternoons four times a year at the Lakeside Presbyterian Church at 201 Eucalyptus Drive at 19th Ave. See the season schedule for details.

Mondays at GGP (2007-2008)

Please check with faculty for accuracy as details may be adjusted during the semester.

Cadet Orchestra (Beginning)
4:00- 4:30 Snack
4:30- 6:00 Orchestra
6:00- 6:30 Theory
   

Senior Orchestra (Advanced)
4:00- 4:30 Snack, Theory
4:30-5:30 Sectionals
5:30-7:00 Orchestra

 

Junior Orchestra (Intermediate)
4:00-4:30 - Snack, Theory
4:30 -5:30 Orchestra
5:30- 6:30 Sectionals

 

  

 

Camerata Orchestra (Chamber )
4:30 Snack, Theory*
5:00 -7:00-Orchestra

* Many Camerata students have finished the GGP Theory Program

Auditions

Requirements for all levels are listed on the  GGP Auditions Page.

Feesmore ggp kids

See the 2007-2008 application form for current fees.

Scholarships

All students receive a partial scholarship, as tuition does not cover the full price of participation. Students may apply for additional aid in the form of scholarships based on:

  • Financial need
  • Orchestral need

Download the Scholarship form (MSWord)

Orientation

Orientation for the 2007-2008 Season will take place 5 p.m. Monday, September 10, at San Francisco's School of the Arts. All interested GGP students and at least one adult per family are required to attend the Orientation Meeting.


Parent Participationparent volunteers

Parent participation helps to keep fees low. Each family agrees to complete 20 hours per year in volunteer work. Sign-ups occur at the Orientation Meeting on the third Monday of the season. People who prefer to contribute money instead of labor may do so, at the rate of $300 per year.

Jobs include helping with receptions, setting up chairs for rehearsals and performances, hosting chamber groups, typing, etc. Contact Barbara Bella at (415) 986-7762 or bbella@bbasf.com to find out how you can use your talents and energy to help the GGP.

Uniforms
more ggp kids Concert Dress for all orchestra members is: GGP sweatshirt, white shirt with collar, black pants or skirt. The Camerata Orchestra wears all black.

Resources for Parents & Musicians

Resources for Parents & Musicians - Includes tips for practicing, instrument care, sources for instruments, accessories, and sheet music.