All-West Orchestra

There is nothing like missing school for no other reason than music. It is great. For me it would be similar to getting a day to play video games.
You never know what to expect with all-west orchestra. A lot of the best string players are home schooled. Not being impeded by regular school allows them to practice 28 hours a day. This year turned out decent. It wasn't too far below some other orchestras that I have played with. The low brass kicked some serious ass. The rest of the brass section did ok too. The strings were better than last year.
The conductor reminded me of a horn player that I met over the summer. He was a big Texan. He was pretty cool. He didn't bitch from the podium or single people out to kill. Everyone likes blood free rehearsals.
The repertoire included: "A Night On bald Mountain," Pavane, and Procession of the Nobles.

A night on bald mountain was very nice. 3/4 of the low brass section made all-state last year. It was extremely loud.
Pavane sucked. It was just for strings. The poor string players didn't have the brass to cover them up.
Procession of the nobles went ok. It is a very trumpety song. I rather enjoyed it.

Overall I give this all west experience a C+
The reason for the rating includes: the ease of the music and the non charismatic performance.
Once I hear the recording I will give a further update.