Florida Young Artists Orchestra Audition requirements


1. Solo Piece:
Each auditioning musician is expected to perform an unaccompanied solo of his/her choice. A solo should be chosen which best demonstrates the auditioning musician's musical and technical ability. Two copies of the solo music should be brought for the judges.


2. Orchestral Excerpts:
The FYAO Audition material includes one lyrical and one technical excerpt appropriate for each orchestra and may be downloaded from our website. Auditioning musicians should perform only the excerpts provided for the orchestra in which they wish to be seated.


3. Scales:
Auditioning musicians are required to demonstrate their proficiency in and knowledge of scales. Specific scale requirements for each orchestra by section are outlined below.


4. Sight Reading:
Musicians auditioning for all orchestras except the Sinfonia will be required to demonstrate sight reading ability. A four-measure sight reading exercise will be presented at the audition.

The following chart outlines the specific requirements for auditions.