The fall audition process for CYSO is now closed. We will be holding spring auditions on January 29, 2019 for ONLY the following instruments: viola, cello, string bass, oboe, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, tuba. If you play one of these instruments and are interested in auditioning in January, please click on the button below to submit an application. Audition schedules will be finalized in January.
Auditions
Membership in CYSO is open to students in 6th through 12th grades and is determined by audition. View detailed audition requirements by instrument on our Requirements page.
Minimum Audition Requirements
In order to audition for CYSO, students must have a minimum of two years of playing experience, either through private lessons or with school or community ensembles. The only exception to this rule is for violists who are switching from violin, as long as they have had at least two years of combined experience on violin and viola. Although we require at least two years of experience, please keep in mind that the majority of our members do have three or more years of experience.
Audition Dates
Spring auditions for CYSO will be held on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, for ONLY the following instruments: viola, cello, string bass, oboe, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, tuba.
Minimum Audition Requirements
In order to audition for CYSO, students must have a minimum of two years of playing experience, either through private lessons or with school or community ensembles. The only exception to this rule is for violists who are switching from violin, as long as they have had at least two years of combined experience on violin and viola. Although we require at least two years of experience, please keep in mind that the majority of our members do have three or more years of experience.
Audition Dates
Spring auditions for CYSO will be held on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, for ONLY the following instruments: viola, cello, string bass, oboe, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, tuba.