Buffalo State Philharmonia
Schedule: Monday, 7:00-9:30 p.m.
Location: Rockwell Hall 21
Credits: 1
Director: Dr. Fernanda Lastra, lastrafa@buffalostate.edu
Performing its inaugural concert season in fall 2009, the Buffalo State Philharmonia is composed of Buffalo State music majors, non-music majors, faculty, area professional musicians, local music educators, and community enthusiasts who are committed to performing the symphonic repertoire at a high level.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available for local music educators who participate in the Philharmonia Orchestra. Interested educators can register on the Continuing and Professional Studies Website or e-mail music@buffalostate.edu for more information.
Auditions
Auditions for the Buffalo State Philharmonia Orchestra are open to all students and community members.
The Philharmonia Orchestra is inviting auditions for all Buffalo State students (both music majors and non-music majors) as well as community members looking to enhance their musical skills in an orchestral setting.
Join us for a journey of discovery and music-making!
Audition Dates
Auditions are open for NEW MEMBERS only and will be conducted on a first-come, first-serve basis on the following dates:
- Monday, August 25, from 7:00 – 9:30 PM
- Monday, September 1, from 8:15 – 9:30 PM
Location: Rockwell Hall 21
Requirements
Please prepare two contrasting solo pieces of your choice (maximum of 5 minutes, piano accompaniment not required), showcasing your abilities and experiences.
Additionally, you might be asked to play a three-octave scale. Please prepare them in D, E, and F major. Have them ready to play at a minimum tempo of quarter note = 90.
For more details, please contact Dr. Fernanda Lastra at lastrafa@buffalostate.edu.
PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA | 2025-2026
Rehearsals and Concerts
Rehearsals for the Buffalo State Philharmonia Orchestra are held every Monday from 7:00 – 9:30 PM at Rockwell Hall 21.
Concerts are scheduled for Tuesdays at 7:30 PM at the Buffalo State Center for Performing Arts:
- Concert No.1: Tuesday, November 18
- Concert No.2: Tuesday, March 10
- Concert No.3: Tuesday, May 5
Fall 2025 | Schedule
- Monday, September 1
- Monday, September 8
- Monday, September 15
- Monday, September 22
- Monday, September 29
- Monday, October 6
Monday, October 13 – Recess, NO CLASSES
- Monday, October 20
- Monday, October 27
- Monday, November 3 – No rehearsal (subject to change)
- Monday, November 10
- Thursday, November 13 – Make up rehearsal (subject to change)
Monday, November 17: DRESS REHEARSAL. Performing Arts Center, Rockwell Hall 210.
Tuesday, November 18: CONCERT. Performing Arts Center, 7:30 pm.