Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass, Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Timpani, and Percussion.
Philharmonic Orchestra
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Amanda Kremer & Dawn Herron, Conductors
Our Philharmonic Orchestra is a full orchestra and the graduating ensemble of our Junior School. Philharmonic Orchestra performs original compositions and arrangements of symphonic music. It expands upon young musicians’ prior experiences to continue honing their skills and ensuring excellence in musicality.
Michelle Davis and Amanda Kremer are the current conductors of our Philharmonic Orchestra in Kansas City. Students will rehearse every Sunday as part of their program, and we do encourage students to keep taking private lessons throughout the season. We look forward to seeing your student join the ranks of our ensemble!
Highlights
Grades 7-9
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Philharmonic Orchestra performs original compositions and arrangements of symphonic music. Recently performed works include Brahms’s “Academic Festival Overture” & “Tragic Overture” the Scherzo from Beethoven’s 5th Symphony and Holst’s “The Planets.”
Philharmonic Orchestra rehearses on Sunday afternoons.
In 2026-2027, rehearsals will take place from 2:00-3:45 p.m.*
*please note that times, locations and durations are subject to change
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Meet Amanda Kremer
Amanda Kremer is originally from Springfield, Mo. She graduated from Missouri State University with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education. Amanda played horn with the Minnesota Symphonic Winds and completed her master’s degree in educational leadership from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.
Meet Dawn Herron
Dawn Herron, a native of Texas, is in her 17th year of teaching and serves as the head director of the Freestate High School Orchestra program. She received her education from Sam Houston State University, graduating cum laude, where she studied under Andrew Wilson, Dr. Carol Smith, and Dr. Lisa Burrell.
As a performer, Herron has toured Eastern Europe, performing in Hungary, Austria, and the Czech Republic. As a conductor, she has participated in master classes with Garyewis, Jeffery Grogran, and Larry Rachleff. Throughout her career, Herron has been recognized for her work as an orchestra director, with her ensembles earning numerous accolades. Most notably, her Kleb Chamber Orchestra was selected to perform at the 75th annual Midwest Clinic and Convention. In 2020, the Kleb Chamber Orchestra was a finalist in the Texas String Honor Orchestra competition.
Upcoming Performances
Day of Debut
Shawnee Mission South High School, 5800 W 107th St, Overland Park, KS 66207
Aug 30
Sun,
1:00 PM
2026
Fall Concert: Debut & Classical Orchestras
12345 College Blvd. Overland Park, KS 66210
Nov 01
Sun,
2:00 PM
2026
Fall Concert: Philharmonic & Symphony Orchestras
12345 College Blvd. Overland Park, KS 66210
Nov 01
Sun,
7:00 PM
2026
Winter Concert: Debut & Classical Orchestras
416 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64105
Dec 13
Sun,
2:00 PM
2026