Filipino American Symphony Junior Orchestra

You have been invited to join the Filipino American Symphony Junior Orchestra (FASJO) for the Spring 2025 semester! Now entering its fourth year, FASJO has been committed to providing young musicians with enriching experiences, including performances at prestigious venues (such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall), participation in cultural events, a chance to be part of a chamber group, and opportunities to build lasting friendships with fellow students. These experiences are a testament to FASO's dedication to nurturing creativity in a safe and supportive environment.

We sincerely appreciate your ongoing support and the trust you place in us to contribute to your child's musical journey. Your involvement is instrumental in fostering their personal and artistic growth.

As a proud 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, FASO has been serving the diverse communities of Southern California for 16 years. We remain dedicated to offering exceptional ensemble instruction and performance opportunities, including participation in the FASO orchestra and the exciting release of a new album. In addition, our year-round outreach programs, which include songwriting, vocal training, and musicianship workshops, continue to be available to all our students.

We look forward to welcoming your child back to FASJO and to another year of musical excellence and memorable experiences.

Spring 2025 Rehearsal & Performance Schedule (Subject to change)

Rehearsals are on Sunday from 3:00PM to 5:00PM (Call time - 2:45PM) at the Brea United Congregational Church (UCC) unless otherwise stated.

Rehearsal address: 300 East Imperial Highway, Brea, CA 92821

January 12, 19, 26

February 2, 9, 23

SAT / February 16, 2025: NO CLASS (President’s Day Weekend)

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

April 6, 13, 27

SUN / April 13, 2025: Masterclass

SUN / April 20, 2025: No Class (Easter Sunday)

May 4, 11, 18

SUN / May 4, 2025: 3:00PM to 5:00pm (Call time - 2:30PM): Combined Rehearsal

SUN / May 11, 2025: 3:00PM to 5:00pm (Call time - 2:30PM): Combined Rehearsal

SUN / May 25, 2025 - 1:00PM (Call time - 12:30PM): Spring Concert

Location: Thayer Hall at the Colburn School

Repertoire highlights for Spring 2025 semester include:

• Rosas Pandan (Traditional Filipino folk song by George Hernandez, ed. Louie Ramos)

• Brandenburg 3, 1st Movement (J.S. Bach)

• Bintang Kecil (Little Star) (Indonesian Children’s Song)

• The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (by H. Williams, arr. Moore)

• Sadness and Sorrow (Naruto) (by Purojekuto Musashi, arr. Larry Moore)

• Merry-Go-Round of Life (from Howl’s Moving Castle) (by Joe Hisaishi)

Tuition for Spring 2025 is $360 and due by the first rehearsal (January 12).

Questions? Contact FASO’s Education Director, Louie Ramos, at luisramos91201@gmail.com.

After clicking the Submit button, you will see a payment page. Please click the Pay Now button to complete the registration and pay the $360 tuition for the Spring 2025 Semester.