Audition for GSYO

Before you apply for an audition:

• Auditions are heard in-person.

• All participants must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination at time of audition. GSYO encourages booster shots for all who are eligible.

• Carefully read the requirements that are posted for each orchestra and ensemble, and prepare your audition accordingly.

• During the Spring auditions for the 2024-25 season, there are openings for all instruments at all levels unless otherwise noted. If auditioning for the current (23-24) season, check that there are openings for your instrument at your desired orchestra level. When there are no openings, applications will be held until either a position becomes available or the open Spring audition period begins, whichever comes first.

• There is a $30.00 audition fee due when you fill out the application. This fee is NON-REFUNDABLE. You will not receive an appointment slot until this fee is received. Applications must be processed before the appointment reservation email is sent.

• Appointment reservation invitation emails will be sent in early February. These emails are sent during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays); musicians may choose their own appointments from the schedule on a first come, first served basis. There is no hard application deadline, but once all appointments are filled, applications will be placed on a waiting list. Please apply sooner than later!
  • Auditions will be heard between 3/23/24-4/13/24, depending on the instrument and orchestra level. Percussion auditions (ONLY) will be heard on 4/21/23.

• If you have any questions, please review the FAQ.

• Interested in the Senior Symphony Orchestra? Please note the following: Musicians who are accepted to the Symphony Orchestra must attend the mandatory August Retreat at UCSC, Aug. 4-8, 2024.
  

• Interested in the Camilla Kolchinsky Orchestra? Please note the following: Musicians who are accepted to the Camilla Kolchinsky Orchestra must attend the mandatory Allegretto Retreat at UCSC, Aug. 23-25, 2024. CKO will also tour in the Spring of 2025 (further details to follow).

• All applicants will be notified of the results of their audition by e-mail in late April. Placement decisions of the conducting staff are final and non-appealable. If accepted into one of the orchestras, students will be sent enrollment information including information on annual season fees.

• All orchestra members are encouraged to participate in school music programs when such programs exist. By participating in a school music program, you benefit by playing every day, becoming a better sight-reader, and playing an important part in helping to build meaningful music programs in your schools and communities.

• GSYO gives equal membership opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship, disability, or geographic location.