This after-school program is composed of intermediate and experienced student players with at least 3-4 years of experience with their instrument who wish to deepen their knowledge of music, and develop their artistic skills alongside peers. The program concentrates on advanced technical and expressive skills in chamber and full ensemble settings. Students receive weekly group instruction with emphasis on technique development, musical expression, and collaborative playing.

Public concerts will be given to enhance learning and reward accomplishment. This will include opportunities to play for senior communities and earn volunteering hours for community service.

The ensemble will meet for sessions on Wednesdays from 6-8pm, running from January 17th through May 15th (with no session on January 24th and March 20th), and culminate with a performance showcase in May 22nd.

The program is led by Katherine Roselli, who began her career playing the violin while living in Poland. After moving to the U.S. at age 16, she played in high school and university orchestras.  Katherine pursued her music studies at Mannes College of Music under Barbara Krakauer and Kean University under Sharon Roffman. She performed in orchestras and summer camps affiliated with the Paris Conservatory of Music in France. Katherine currently teaches orchestra in Toms River school district and leads the Kean Preparatory Symphony Orchestra.