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Youth Orchestra Auditions

Auditions for the 2011-2012 season have taken place. For more information on future auditions, please email Youth Orchestras Program general manager John Horsman.

Our Exciting 2011-2012 Season!

 

Auditions are open to all 1st-grade through 12th-grade students.
Join one of our three exciting orchestras for an unforgettable musical experience!

Wednesday, August 24 from 6:30 to 10:00

UNC School of the Arts Campus — Hood Recital Hall | where’s this?

What’s Required?

Students should be prepared to play one scale demonstrating their widest range and a 3-5 minute prepared solo piece. Students will also be asked to sight-read. Students auditioning for the Youth Symphony will also be asked to play an orchestral excerpt, available for download from the list below.

Youth Symphony string auditionees will be required to play a three-octave scale.

To audition, click to schedule a time online. You may also schedule by calling the WSSYO office at (336) 725.1035, ext. 211 or emailing jhorsman@wssymphony.org There is a $25 audition fee per family due the day of the audition.

 

 

Youth Symphony Audition Orchestral Excerpts

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flute timpani
oboe percussion (excerpt a)
clarinet percussion (excerpt b)
bassoon harp
horn violin
trumpet viola
trombone cello
tuba double bass