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Symphony Orchestra Audition Information

To Qualify to Audition, each new and returning musician must meet the following criteria:

  • Age: 13 (before September 1) – 21 years

  • Grade: Minimum of Eighth grade

  • Play one of the following instruments: Strings, winds, brass, percussion, harp or piano

  • Take private instruction on your instrument

  • Complete a blind ten (10) minute audition adjudicated by professional musicians by performing a solo work (musician’s choice) from the standard classical repertoire not to exceed 5 minutes in length and excerpts

  • Complete an application and mail with a check payable to MYSO of Atlanta, in the amount of $25.00 (non-refundable) to MYSO of Atlanta - P.O. Box 14163 - Atlanta, GA 30324 

Prepare Scales (3 Octaves):

Violin: B flat Major and D Major
Viola: E flat Major and F Major
Cello: E flat Major and F Major
Bass (2 Octaves): F Major and G Major

Clarinets: Audition excerpts may require only the B Clarinet. However, once selected, each member of the clarinet section must obtain and become proficient on the 'A' clarinet.

All Applicants:

  • IMPORTANT!! Provide MYSO of Atlanta with a valid E-mail ID

  • Have read and agreed to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the MYSO Policies & Procedures Handbook

  • Have reviewed and can commit to the Rehearsal and Concert Schedule

  • Have reviewed and can adhere to MYSO’s Absence Policy

  • Participate in a school music program, if one is available and scheduling permits.

MYSO offers its Symphony Orchestra musicians the opportunity:

  • to grow musically and socially as a member of a full symphony orchestra

  • to meet and build life-long friendships with others who share common interests and goals

  • to create lasting memories

  • to read and perform challenging classical repertoire

  • to experience sectional coaching from professional musicians

  • to travel and perform at exciting venues

  • to become a member of the Chamber Ensemble program which includes professional coaching and performance opportunities

  • to attend Master Classes

  • to compete to play a Concerto with the Symphony Orchestra

  • to compete for Scholarships

  • to participate as a member of a chamber orchestra

  • to perform pops music with professional musicians

  • to meet representatives of music schools and summer camps

P.O. Box 14163 - Atlanta, Georgia 30324
770-972-7388 (voicemail) -
myso@mysoatlanta.com

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