CYSAO Musician’s exhibit:
- Accurate intonation and excellent rhythmic strength
- Exceptional musicality
- String players must demonstrate proficiency shifting in multiple positions and a comfort playing in the upper register
- Brass players must have at least a two and a half octave range (three octaves are preferred)
- Woodwind players must be comfortable with the full range of the instrument
- Clarinet, French Horn, and Trumpet demonstrate a willingness to transpose
- Cello, Trombone, and Bassoon must read tenor clef or be willing to learn
Percussionists must also prepare two solo pieces for their audition. One of their solo pieces must be for snare drum.
Orchestral Audition Excerpts will be available beginning in July 2022!