WHAT HAPPENS AT A PLACEMENT AUDITION?

All students are asked to:

1. Play a prepared solo of their choice that demonstrates technique and can be performed confidently. Memorization and accompanist not required.

2. Sight-read an assigned selection. The student will be given one minute to review.

3. Scales.

Please click HERE to see the full list of audition requirements for the ensemble the student is auditioning for.

An advanced entry-level string orchestra introducing beginners to the elements of teamwork and ensemble performance.

A preparatory string ensemble for intermediate students with moderate ensemble experience.

An advanced middle school wind, brass and percussion ensemble for students in grades 6-10 focusing on mostly traditional band music and challenging works by local musicians

An advanced orchestra, complete with strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion, playing challenging works from classical, musical and film scores.