Bands & Orchestra
The Cerritos College Music Department is dedicated to providing music for all. New and returning music majors receive quality instruction from some of Los Angeles’ most sought after performers/educators. We also offering non-majors and community members the opportunity to learn and grow, experience quality music, stay engaged, and contribute to our musical community. The ensemble members at the college are active. Our communities need music. We need music. The instrumental ensembles at Cerritos College continue to share the power of music.
What you can expect from your ensemble experience:
Rehearse and perform top tier ensemble literature
The opportunity to participate in social outreach performances in your local community
(solo, or in small chamber-size groups)
Engage, collaborate, connect, and participate with other musicians in music making,
small group activities, and discussions
Connect with world class musicians and conductors
Develop best practices in honing your skills on your instrument
The Cerritos College instrumental ensembles place emphasis on a high degree of fine ensemble playing. Beyond performing as the showcase ensembles at various jazz and band festivals, the bands and orchestra at Cerritos College take great pride in performing in countless civic events and participating in social outreach at hospitals and shelters. Any C.C. student, faculty, or staff, community member, or high school student is eligible to audition for participation in the ensembles at Cerritos College. The instrumental ensembles are under the direction of Dr. David Betancourt. dbetancourt@cerritos.edu
Audition Information
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ENSEMBLE DESCRIPTION
The Cerritos College instrumental ensembles place emphasis on a high degree of fine ensemble playing.
Concert Band
The Concert Band is dedicated to the performance of the finest traditional and contemporary
band literature available. Emphasis is placed on the development of individual musicianship
through large group rehearsals and sectionals. Concerts may include both on-campus
and off-campus events.
Orchestra
The orchestra is dedicated to the performance of standard orchestral literature. Emphasis
is placed on the development of individual musicianship through large group rehearsals
and sectionals. Concerts may include both on-campus and off-campus events.
Jazz Ensemble
The jazz ensemble is dedicated to the performance of both contemporary and standard
jazz literature. Emphasis is placed on the development of individual musicianship
through large group rehearsals and sectionals. Concerts may include both on-campus
and off-campus events.
String Ensemble
The String Ensemble is dedicated to the performance of traditional and contemporary
literature for strings. Emphasis is placed on the development of individual musicianship
through large group rehearsals and sectionals. Concerts may include both on-campus
and off-campus events. This ensemble meets during the summer term.
Pep Band
The primary responsibility of the pep band is to provide entertainment and school
spirit at scheduled home football games. Emphasis is placed on the development of
individual musicianship through large group rehearsals and sectionals. Performances
may include both on-campus and off-campus events.
Summer Groups
The Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, and String Ensemble hold rehearsals and performances
during the summer months. Please contact Dr. Betancourt for additional information.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT:
Dr. Betancourt
Director of Bands and Orchestra
Cerritos College
E-mail David
or call (562) 860-2451 ext. 2631
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