2019-20 Orchestra Member Auditions

KYO Fall Auditions
Saturday September 5th, 2020
Times TBA

(Audio Tape Only)

Auditions may also be re-scheduled upon request for all strings, winds, brass and percussion. Contact Ann Millen, Recruitment, Education and Outreach Coordinator, at ann@thekyo.org or (705) 927-0768 for more information.

KYO Audition FAQ, 2019  (read or download)

Technical requirements of an audition:

• Two solo pieces of your choice — one slow and melodic, and one quicker and more technical. An accompanist is not required. You must bring a copy of your music even if you have the work memorized
• Sight-reading
• Strings: one major and one minor three-octave scale of your choice
• Woodwinds & brass: one major and one minor two-octave scale of your choice
• Percussion: please contact us for requirements (which include patterns and types of instruments for audition) ann@thekyo.org

The auditioning committee will be listening for:

• Accurate pitch, rhythm and tempo
• Secure intonation
• A love for playing music

Visit our Members page for full information on registration, including options for financial assistance.

Not sure about auditioning? Come to Try the Orchestra Day, Sunday, April 26th, at 3:00.