Emma Vett
Violinist
Allen,United States
Summary
I have been dedicated to my musical advances since the first opportunity arose my 6th grade year in 2015 (through the Allen Independent School District). I have been in numerous orchestras through the years, and it has been my pride and joy. I am passionate about violin and playing with an orchestra, as well as pursuing other musical skills. I strive to keep growing and improving.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Allen High School Chamber II Orchestra Ensemble
Matthew Cross
Allen, TX
08.2020 - Current
I am now in the second highest orchestra. I have definitely been pushed as a violinist, but have seen major growth in my musicianship. Through this ensemble, I have been able to engage in exciting opportunities!
Allen High School Sinfonia I Orchestra Ensemble
David DeVoto
Allen, TX
08.2019 - 05.2020
Being in the third highest orchestra out of six, Sinfonia I, we played more skillful pieces. Unfortunately, the COVID pandemic cut our performance plans short, but I still grew as a musician!
Lowery Freshman Center Sinfonia Orchestra Ensemble
Charles Robinson
Allen, TX
08.2018 - 05.2019
I started playing more complex pieces with the ensemble. During this time, I was in the second highest Orchestra, Sinfonia. For our Spring concert, I was the Concert Master for one of the pieces.
Curtis Middle School Orchestra Ensemble
Amanda Su And Monica Bartley
Allen, TX
08.2015 - 05.2018
From 2015-2016, I learned the basics of playing violin within an orchestra ensemble. I grew on those skills and progressed through the differing orchestra levels, eventually placing in the highest orchestra by 2017.
Personal Repertoire
- Gigue from Partita No. 3 in E Major - J.S. Bach
- Sonata in D Major Op. 1 No. 4 - G.F. Händel
Accomplishments
- Solo and Ensemble Festival 2020 - Received Superior Rating
- Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Convention 2020 - Played Jupiter by Gustav Holst with my school's Symphony Orchestra Ensemble
- Winter Concert 2021 - Privilege to conduct Fantasia on Greensleeves by Ralph Vaughan Williams
- Beauty and the Beast Spring Musical 2022 - Opportunity to play the soundtrack live in the pit
Additional Information
Advanced Music
Being in Chamber II at Allen High School, I am required to complete an Advanced Music course in addition to and in affiliation with my Orchestra class period. Through this course, I have learned/done:
- Music Theory through Breezin' Through Theory
- Basic Composition with Noteflight
- Multiple Concert Critiques
- Research Papers over these topics:
- Music Therapy
- Musical elements used in effective movie soundtracks
Timeline
Allen High School Chamber II Orchestra Ensemble
Matthew Cross
08.2020 - Current
Allen High School Sinfonia I Orchestra Ensemble
David DeVoto
08.2019 - 05.2020
Lowery Freshman Center Sinfonia Orchestra Ensemble
Charles Robinson
08.2018 - 05.2019
Curtis Middle School Orchestra Ensemble
Amanda Su And Monica Bartley
08.2015 - 05.2018