Colorado Mesa University String Day 2026 takes place October 24 and is a day of workshops, ensemble rehearsals and performances for pre-college students (recommended 9th to 12th grades).
String Day 2026 will feature our new CMU Viola Faculty YooBin Lee, a seasoned performer and teacher with experience in a variety of solo, chamber, and orchestral settings, and former member of the Sarasota Symphony. The event will conclude with a free concert October 24 at 4 pm, open to the public (click link below for tickets). Performers will include the String Day Orchestra, the Canyon Trio, and the CMU Orchestra.
• Please register by October 14 so we can assign groups and distribute music.• All activities take place in the new Asteria Theatre on campus. Details will be given at registration.
• This is a FREE event!
• Concert attire: blue jeans and black t-shirt or other music shirt recommended. No recital clothes necessary!
• If you have any question about the event, please contact Brian Krinke.
We look forward to seeing you at CMU!
Tentative String Day Schedule
9:30 am: Check-in at Asteria Theatre Lobby
9:45 am: Welcome (in the hall)
10 am: String Day Orchestra Rehearses
11:15 am: Music Careers Presentation by Dr. Lee
12 pm: Lunch (bring or buy on campus) and outdoor activity
1:15-2 pm: Technique Workshops (Shifting, Vibrato, Sound Production)
2:10-3:30 pm: String Day Orchestra Rehearse
4 pm: Free concert: String Day Orchestra, Canyon Trio, CMU Orchestra