Each student is placed in a chamber group and a large ensemble with musicians of comparable age and experience.

• Chamber ensembles are groups of 3-6 students, organized by division, such as: woodwind trios, string quartets, brass quintets, and comparable ensembles for percussion and voice, respectively.
• Large ensembles include band, choir, string orchestra, and any collaborations between those ensembles.
• Placement is determined by factors such as: current repertoire, recent achievements (solo/ensemble contests, regional/state competitions), and teacher input.