The West Seattle Community Orchestras (WSCO) launches their 2011-2012 season with changes in store for musicians and concert-goers.

Joining the conducting staff is Daniel Rossi, a music teacher at several West Seattle elementary schools. Rossi will lead the new WSCO Debut Orchestra.

This group, (formerly called the Beginning Strings) will expand this year to include woodwinds and brass, providing a full orchestra experience for those musicians new to playing.

In addition, members of this group will benefit from the coaching staff of Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra (SYSO) to enhance their playing capabilities. Leading the newly named WSCO Intermediate Orchestra (formerly the Symphonette) is WSCO’s founding conductor Toni Reineke Ph. D.

The Intermediate Orchestra provides musical opportunities for mid-range musicians whether students moving up in their skills, or adults who are coming back to music after time away; mentoring is a key aspect of this group along with additional learning opportunities from SYSO coaches. T

he WSCO Symphony Orchestra, led again this year by conductor Rob Duisberg Ph.D., will tackle the most challenging works, providing members with a chance to stretch themselves.

All groups perform for the public several times per year.

Registration is now open; rehearsals begin September 20 with location to be confirmed via email once musicians have registered. Walk-ins on the first rehearsal night will also be welcome, visit the WSCO website for more information. Registration is free to all students; $65 per season for adults.

To register: http://www.wscorchestras.org/