Auditions for the 2023-2024 season will be in person
Register today!!
Register today!!
Auditions will be held at Maple Park Church - 17620 60th Avenue West, Lynnwood
September 5 - Violin, Cello, Viola, Clarinet, Low Brass
September 7 - Violin, Cello, Oboe, Trumpet, Bass
September 11 - Violin, Flute, Horn, Percussion, Bassoon
REGISTER TODAY - Your specific audition time will be sent to you after July 11.
The $35 NONREFUNDABLE fee needs to be paid to receive your audition assignment.
For the younger string musician - OVERTURE STRINGS - No audition required
See description below.
SCHOOL MUSIC PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENT
CYSO is committed to our school music programs and requires all members to participate in the music program on their orchestral instrument. If your school does not have a program OR doesn't have a program for the grade level that your student is at, this does not apply.
Cascade Youth Symphony Orchestras are comprised of four Orchestras and an Overture Strings program. If you love music and would like to take your music to a new level we most likely have placement opportunities at just your level. Each year we are looking for String, Wind, Brass, and Percussion musicians for the coming season
Preparation for the (friendly) Cascade Youth Symphony Audition-
For your audition you should be prepared to play the following:
Preparation for the (friendly) Cascade Youth Symphony Audition-
For your audition you should be prepared to play the following:
- A major and a melodic minor scale (2-3 octaves) in any key you choose
- A 3-5 minute solo of your choice (no accompanist)
- Sight reading (material will be provided for you at the audition)
For the younger string musician - No audition required
Our Overture Strings program allows string instrument students with less than one year of experience to play in an ensemble.
Prepare to enter the youth symphony program
Gain experience in playing with an ensemble
Develop confidence in note reading and rhythm patterns
Auditions are not required to participate in this program.
Our Overture Strings program allows string instrument students with less than one year of experience to play in an ensemble.
Prepare to enter the youth symphony program
Gain experience in playing with an ensemble
Develop confidence in note reading and rhythm patterns
Auditions are not required to participate in this program.
Tuition Assistance
Limited financial aid is available on the basis of need. CYSO takes pride in having never turned away an Orchestra Member due to lack of financial resources. Families requesting financial aid must complete an application.
Limited financial aid is available on the basis of need. CYSO takes pride in having never turned away an Orchestra Member due to lack of financial resources. Families requesting financial aid must complete an application.