This April, musicians are invited to visit an ESYO rehearsal and experience the ensemble firsthand. This trial run offers a unique chance to sit in, observe the rehearsal process, and get a real feel for the musical level, culture, and energy of the group before auditioning. It’s a low-pressure way to see how ESYO rehearses, collaborates, and performs—while imagining yourself as part of the ensemble. If you’re considering auditioning, attending a rehearsal is the perfect next step to explore the opportunity and get inspired to take the leap.
OPEN REHEARSALS
Sun., April 12 and 19
1:00 – 5:00pm Symphony Orchestra
5:30 – 7:30pm Youth Percussion Ensemble
Sun., April 19
1:00 – 3:00pm Chamber Percussion Ensemble
Sun., April 26
12:00 – 2:00pm Chamber Percussion Ensemble
Sun., April 19 and 26
3:15 – 5:15pm Repertory Percussion Ensemble
5:30 – 7:30pm Wind Orchestra
Mon., April 20 and 27
6:30 – 8:30pm String Orchestra
Youth Jazz Orchestra
Repertory Jazz Orchestra
Tues., April 21 and 28
6:30 – 8:30pm Repertory Orchestra
Sign up today to visit a rehearsal
Auditions are required for ESYO Performing Ensembles. Membership is open to youth up to age 20.
Classical and Jazz Auditions
All students are encouraged to sign up for a live audition time slot at Brown School. Auditions will be conducted and recorded by trained proctors, without adjudicators present. Each audition will be videotaped in a single take and later reviewed by adjudicators, allowing for a thorough and fair evaluation.
For students who prefer, a self-recorded audition may be submitted. Recordings must be completed in one continuous take without edits, and students must confirm adherence to this method. This requirement is to ensure self-recorded auditions are closely aligned with the live audition experience.
Percussion Auditions
Percussionists are not eligible to submit a self-recorded audition. All percussion auditions will be live at Brown School. Students who are unable to attend the live auditions due to scheduling conflicts should contact Sue Lascoe slascoe@esyo.org to make alternate arrangements.
Students may sign up for one Classical, one Percussion, and one Jazz audition per instrument each season.
Please note: ESYO Symphony Orchestra rehearsals will be held on Sunday afternoons next season!
Video submission auditions will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
Students may sign up for one Classical, one Percussion, and one Jazz audition per instrument each season.
Request more information about the various ways you can join ESYO.
