Auditions

About Our Orchestra Program

  • 3 concerts each season at The Alex Theater, Glendale

  • Rehearsals are on Sundays from 2:30-5:30pm

  • Sectionals each quarter with teaching artists

  • Concerto competition for current orchestra members

  • All students must take part in their school music program

 
How to apply

  1. Fill out the application form on the website.

    Mail the $35 application check to:
    GYO - Application
    P.O. Box 4401
    Glendale, CA 91222-0401

    You may pay the application fee online with an additional 6% processing fee.
    Auditions take place throughout the season. Tuition will be prorated.

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Auditions are required for both prospective and returning members.
** We are currently only auditioning returning flute students.

Auditions will be held on SUNDAY, JUNE 1st with some additional opportunities offered throughout the season.

You will receive an e-mail with your individual audition time once your application is received.

Auditions will consist of:

  • Scales (see the audition excerpt packet for specific details on which scales/octaves to perform)

  • Audition Excerpts

  • Sight-reading

If you have any questions or concerns about auditions, please e-mail us at glendaleyouthorchestra@gmail.com

Good Luck!

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Audition Excerpts


Tuition

  • $875 annual tuition, which includes 5 concert tickets for each concert
    Payment plans can be arranged with the orchestra manager if needed.

    (Tuition will be prorated when joining mid-season)

  • Similar to the application fee, tuition is payable online or by mail. A 6% processing fee will be added to online payments.

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Scholarships

Some scholarships are available on a need basis. Please indicate your interest on the application form.