Thank you for your interest in auditioning for MYSO! You can learn more about MYSO’s programs and ensemble opportunities here. We can’t wait to see you at your audition at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center.
What to Prepare for Your Audition
- Scales: perform two scales of your choice. Present each in any format you wish, and play both as many octaves (up and down) as you are comfortable.
- Solo: present a prepared solo or etude, no more than 3-4 minutes in length, preferably with contrasting tempos and/or styles (no piano accompaniment). Two short contrasting movements are acceptable.
- Percussionists: More experienced players should prepare a solo on the Snare Drum, Xylophone/Marimba and Timpani. Younger players should prepare a solo on one or more of these. Call with questions!
- Sight-reading: your audition judge will give you a short piece of music to play–music you will be seeing for the first time.
Be sure to register for an audition appointment here. Once you do so, you’ll be scheduled for an appointment day (April 8-12) and time which will be emailed to you around April 1.
Get in touch with us with any questions at auditions@myso.org.