Arcato Ensemble

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The Arcato ensemble is a youth string orchestra for musically gifted string players from the Zutphen area (the Netherlands). The ensemble was founded in 1999 by violin pedagogue Petra Westra. Since 2002 conductor Herman Draaisma conducts parts of the program. The ensemble offers members both a musical as a technical challenge. The violinists play alternately first and second violin parts. The role of concertmaster also varies between members. There is no age limit, but there is a minimum level. This is so maximum results can be achieved in ensemble playing and this way maximum joy in playing together is achieved. In selecting pieces, qualities and development of individual players is taken into consideration. Apart from well-known compositions we want to introduce ensemble players and audience to less known repertoire. This choice makes sure members can develop fully and get to know their own musical preferences. The ensemble plays at (international) festivals and concourses. Summer 2012 they become the 3th Price with Outstanding Succes at the Summa Cum Laude Festival at Vienna.