Contact Information

Ian Rocker
Assistant Director of Music Outreach 

Email: rockia01@luther.edu
or dorian@luther.edu

Phone: 563-387-1389

Dorian Orchestra Festival

February 7-8, 2027

Are you a high school string player? If so, come and participate in the 55th annual Dorian Orchestra Festival!

Students are placed in one of two orchestras: the Festival String Orchestra or the select Chamber Orchestra. The Luther College Symphony Orchestra performs for the festival participants during the weekend, and the two festival orchestras perform in a Grand Concert on Monday evening.

In addition to ensemble rehearsals, students will participate in a techniques class and masterclass led by Luther College String Faculty members. Students will also have the opportunity to receive a 20-minute private lesson from a Luther College faculty member. This lesson may serve as an audition to be an outstanding concert soloist, and it may serve as a music scholarship audition for seniors who are interested in attending Luther College.

Orchestra Festival Resources

Check back soon!

Click the tab below to find the packing list. If you are staying overnight on campus – please be sure to bring a sleeping bag and pillow.

DOF Packing List

Have questions about the Orchestra Festival? Take a look at our FAQ! Unanswered questions can be directed to the Dorian Office.

Orchestra Festival Frequently Asked Questions

Use the following map of campus to find the Center for Faith and Life (main concert hall), Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, as well as parking.

Campus Map

Contact Information

Ian Rocker
Assistant Director of Music Outreach 

Email: rockia01@luther.edu
or dorian@luther.edu

Phone: 563-387-1389