PHILHARMONIC AUDITION REQUIRMENTS

Overview

Philharmonic is an intermediate auditioned orchestra comprised of advancing string, wind, brass and percussion students. Players are expected to be comfortable in a more extended range (shifting for string players, higher registers for wind/brass), and to be able to play in various keys (through four sharps or flats)  and with more advanced bow/articulation techniques. Approximate Suzuki level 3-5 and up. Rehearsals are Monday evenings 6:00-8:00 pm, with additional sectionals and dress rehearsals as scheduled. 

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Financial Commitment

• $15 non-refundable audition fee.
• Tuition is $185 for the 2021-22 concert season, $200 after July 1st.
• Fees include all instruction, music use and sectional opportunities.
• Limited tuition assistance scholarships are available. Application for consideration can be completed online HERE. Please submit prior to registration for best consideration. 

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Audition Requirements

• Audition requirements are available for download below.

When/how will audition results be communicated?

• Audition results will be communicated via email by June 1st. Seating will be determined by the first rehearsal in September.

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Important note: Orchestral placement is at the discretion of the conductors, regardless of the student’s declared intent.  Age alone is never a determining factor in orchestral placement; OYS ensembles are arranged by playing level. Orchestral assignment is made with intent to create the overall best experience for each student.