Bay Youth Orchestra Announces Auditions for the 2002-2003 Season

[Dates/Times] [Prerequisites] [Requirements] [Application]

Audition Dates and Times: [top]

• Summer auditions for String Orchestra, Concert Orchestra and Symphony Orchestra
  • When: Monday evenings JUNE 3 and JUNE 10 between 4 and 9 pm
  • Where: Indian River Middle School in Chesapeake
  • What: The Bay Youth Orchestras of Virginia will be holding open auditions for the String Orchestra, Concert Orchestra and Symphony Orchestra. Young musicians who are members of their school band or orchestra are welcome to audition. There is an audition fee of $5.00 and audition applications are available by calling 618-1800. If you are auditioning for the Symphony Orchestra you must request orchestral excerpts when you call.See prerequisites and audition requirements for each group below.
    
• Fall Auditions [to be announced]

• Applications and Scores: Contact the Bay Youth Orchestras by telephone 757-618-1800, to request an application and required orchestral excerpt, where applicable. [download application].

Prerequisites: [top]

All students are required to participate in their school music program to participate. Annual tuition for 2002-2003 is listed below. Scholarships are available based upon financial need.

Call 618-1800 for applications and required orchestral excerpts, where applicable. Students auditioning for the Symphony Orchestra must contact Bay Youth for orchestral excerpts to be prepared for the audition. (See Audition requirement below.)

A $5 non-refundable application fee must accompany the completed registration form.

Audition requirements:

Junior String Orchestra [top]

The Junior String Orchestra holds rehearsals performs in two concert programs each season, under the direction of Christina Morton. This ensemble is specifically for students, grades 3-7, who have at least one full year of instrument study and have a good basic understanding of how to play their instrument. Students should be familiar with all the notes on all the strings in first position for the keys of G, D, and C major.

Rehearsals: Monday evenings from 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Annual Tuition: $150.00

Audition requirements: Auditions to be held on September 23, 2002 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Indian River Middle School Annex, on Providence Road, Chesapeak, VA.

Audition Fee : $5.00

First Rehearsal: Monday, October 7, 2002 at the Indian River Middle School Annex (This is a change from the letter that was sent out earlier this fall).

• a one octave G, D and/or C major scale
• a sight-reading selection (provided at the audition)

String Orchestra [top]

The String Orchestra performs two to three programs per season under the direction of Christina Morton and Linda Althoff. Emphasis is placed on developing ensemble skills in a disciplined rehearsal atmosphere. Students should be able to perform grade 3-4 music, play in the keys of C,D, and G major, D and G minor displaying solid position, good posture, and the ability to shift into different positions. Seriousness of purpose and careful attention to correct bow and instrument hold are as important as music reading skills and tone production. Private instruction is strongly recommended.

Rehearsals- Monday evenings from 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Annual Tuition- $180.00

Audition requirements:

• Two octave scale in the keys listed above will be requested.
• 3-minute piece (grade 3-4) to demonstrate level of ability
• Sight-reading will be required.

Concert Orchestra [top]

The Concert Orchestra performs three to four programs per season under the direction of Helen Martell. This group offers advanced students the opportunity to perform in a full orchestra with strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. The emphasis is on advanced ensemble playing, rehearsal discipline, and raising student's musical expectations. Students should be able to perform level 4 and 5 music, have the motivation to improve musical skills, and demonstrate the discipline to participate in longer rehearsals. Private instruction is strongly recommended.

Rehearsal:- Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m.

Annual Tuition: $270.00

Audition requirements:

Strings, Woodwinds, and Brass:

• 3-minute excerpt from level 4 - 5 solo or etude literature demonstrating level of ability
• All major scales-2 octaves
• Sight-reading

Percussion:

• See percussion for Symphony Orchestra (except orchestral excerpt)

Symphony Orchestra [top]

The Symphony Orchestra performs three to four programs per season under the direction of Leslie Stewart, Music Director for Bay Youth Orchestras of Virginia. The Side-By-Side Concert with the Virginia Symphony is an opportunity to rehearse and perform beside professional musicians under the direction of the Virginia Symphony's Associate Conductor. The Symphony Orchestra also offers regular sectional coaching with members of the Virginia Symphony. The Annual Concerto Concert features selected soloist(s) from the Symphony Orchestra based on auditions held each fall. Members must demonstrate proficiency on their instrument to meet the challenges of performing standard orchestral literature. Strings should be able to play spiccato and martele, have functional vibrato, and have a working knowledge of all of the positions. Winds and brass must be able to articulate cleanly in a variety of tempos/styles and demonstrate wide dynamic range with good tone production.

Rehearsals: Monday evenings from 7-9:30 p.m.

Annual Tuition: $325.00

Audition requirements:

Strings, Woodwinds and Brass:

• 3-minute excerpt from a standard concerto or sonata
• Required orchestral excerpt
• Strings-3 octave scale of choice
• Winds and Brass-All major scales-2 octaves

Percussion:

• Two 2-minute excerpts from rudiment books on at least 2 of the following instruments: snare drum, timpani, xylophone (Instruments will be provided)
• Required orchestral excerpt

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Revised: September 10, 2002