String Fling 2026

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

String Fling offers an exciting opportunity for young string students to share music with peers from around the region and perform on the McCain Auditorium stage at Kansas State University. Each year hundreds of students converge on campus for fun rehearsals and performances, with orchestras led by experienced and engaging orchestra directors. Students in grades 7-9 who participate in their school orchestras, as well as those who study privately, are all welcome to attend String Fling.

Proceeds from the registration fees help fund scholarships for K-State orchestra students. Attendance at String Fling provides a wonderful musical experience for younger students and supports university students wishing to pursue a life-long avocation of string playing and teaching! To learn more about the history of String Fling and how you can support the festival, visit HERE.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

What is the registration fee for String Fling?

The registration fee for String Fling 2026 is per student and includes all festival fees and lunch for all participants.

School Registration

Students may register for String Fling through their school orchestra teacher. The registration deadline is not currently set.

String Fling Registration

Where is String Fling?

All String Fling activities will be held in the Kansas State University Student Union located at 918 N. MLK Dr. and McCain Auditorium located at 1501 Goldstein Circle, Manhattan, KS. Rehearsal rooms for all ensembles will be assigned no later than one week prior to the festival.

Festival Schedule (Working Draft)

8:30-9:00 - Registration - K-State Union Forum Hall

9:00 - Welcome! - K-State Union Forum Hall

9:30 - Rehearsal #1

10:45 - Break

11:00 - Rehearsal #2

12:15 - Lunch (Box Lunch in the K-State Union - Provided)

1:15 - Rehearsal #3

2:30 - Break

2:45 - Final Rehearsal

3:45 - Transfer to McCain Auditorium & Pre-Concert Snack

4:15 - Student Concerts!

5:30 - KSUSO Farewell Concert

Safe travels and see you next year!!

What orchestra am I in?

Your orchestra placement depends on your grade and city. Visit the ORCHESTRAS link after October 26 for more information.

What should I bring & wear?

Please bring the following: your instrument (label your case), a folding music stand (label please), a rock stop (cello/bass), a pencil, money for snacks & K-State Orchestra merch! And, wear your favorite orchestra and/or school t-shirt!

Can I leave my instrument in the rehearsal room over the lunch hour?

We have requested that all rehearsal rooms be locked when we’re not in rehearsal—be aware, however, that leaving your instrument on campus is done so at your own risk.

Will there be a concert?

Yes! All student ensembles will have the opportunity to showcase their work from the day through a performance in Forum Hall in the Student Union or McCain Auditorium stage. The event will end with a farewell performance by the K-State Symphony Orchestra!

Cancellations & Refunds

String Fling is never cancelled and all registration fees are non-refundable. Since String Fling registrations fund future scholarships for K-State student musicians, we appreciate your understanding of these policies.

Do I need to prepare the music in advance?

No. All music will be provided once you arrive. If you would like to get a head-start, however, you can find all music selections listed within the ORCHESTRAS link...available one week prior to the festival.