Youth Orchestra of Greater Columbus

2010-2011 Audition Requirements

 

 

Youth Orchestra Audition Requirements

 

 

ALL STRINGS

 

Prepare the following audition material to the best of your ability:

 

SCALES

 

Violin, Viola and Cello: Choose any 2 of the following THREE OCTAVE Scales:

·        C, D, Eb,  F, G, A,  and Bb

 

String Basses: Choose any 2 of the following TWO OCTAVE Scales:

·        E, F, G, A, Bb and C.

 

Please play scales with a full beautiful tone: Quarter note = 88.

 

SOLO

 

Prepare and perform any solo of your choice. A well prepared audition will include a solo that features both lyrical and technical aspects. The Suzuki Series is an excellent resource.

 

SIGHT READING

 

 

Students will be asked to sight read a composition that is appropriate for the String Orchestra. The student will be given 1 minute to look over a short excerpt and then asked to play it to the best of their ability.