WMYO Auditions

WMYO is composed of members who are serious about their musical development, whether or not they intend to pursue a musical career.  Membership is a family affair, and parents are expected to assist with concert operations, public relations, and fundraising. 
WMYO currently has vacancies for French horn, trumpet, tuba, percussion, clarinet, violin, viola, and string bass.

Upon acceptance into WMYO, musicians are expected to:

• Practice individual parts outside of rehearsal, if possible with the guidance of a private teacher, and come to rehearsal prepared to perform at their best

• Attend all weekly rehearsals. 
• Attend dress rehearsals and concerts as outlined in the schedule
• Commit to the success of WMYO

Tuition for the WMYO 2017-2018 season is $750. Tuition covers the cost of music rentals, rehearsal and concert space, printing and postage, and other costs associated with running a youth orchestra.  To learn more about WMYO Tuition and to pay for the 2017-2018 season please see Tuition information.

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WMYO Audition Information for the 2017-2018 Season
Auditions are for students grades 9 and higher

To arrange for an audition, first complete and submit the Audition Request Information Form.  You will be contacted by the Music Director to schedule an audition time. The $35 audition fee is payable at the time of registration, when you submit your Audition Request Information Form online.  

Audition Requirements:
Auditions will be brief: less than 12 minutes.

  (1) Scales and arpeggios

• Strings: 3 octaves (bass 2 octaves), major and minor scales (natural and harmonic forms only) and arpeggios in keys up to 3 flats and 3 sharps
• Winds and percussion: 2.5 octaves, major, minor (natural and harmonic forms only) and chromatic scales and arpeggios in keys up to 3 flats and 3 sharps 
• Harp: 3-4 octaves, major and minor scales (natural and harmonic forms only) and arpeggios in keys up to 3 flats and 3 sharps.

Scales should be memorized.
  (2) Prepared piece

• Perform one prepared piece demonstrating your abilities. (Provide one copy of music for the judges)

• Percussionists should prepare a short excerpt on timpani, snare drum, bells, and xylophone. Percussionists may bring their own snare drum to the audition; WMYO will provide all other instruments.

Memorization of the prepared solo is not necessary.  No accompaniment. 

  (3) Sight reading
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Principal Chairs

Principal chairs are open to any qualified musician regardless of age or seniority at the beginning of the season. Auditions are conducted as appropriate by the Music Director. Audition performance and leadership skills are both considered when making a selection.