Auditions

Eligibility

Below are more specific requirements:

1. Skill Level

The CYS has one premier orchestra - Symphony. Students will be selected based on their individual level of skill and experience. Applicants who are not chosen for the youth orchestra may be waitlisted. (We encourage applicants to consult with their teacher or director for assistance in determining if they are ready to audition).

Students younger than 12 who wish to audition for Symphony must submit a recommendation letter via the application process from their private music teacher or school instrumental teacher prior to their audition.

Audition Periods

Regular Auditions are held annually in late spring. All new applicants and returning members must audition. Auditions from this period serve as the initial seating auditions for Symphony.

Late Auditions are held after Spring Auditions, closer to the start of the season. Late auditionees are placed at the end of their section and will not be eligible for Principal positions.

Vacancies within Symphony will be posted on the application site later in the season at the discretion of the conductors. Any new members interested in potentially filling a vacancy must complete an application, pay the audition fee, and audition for a panel.