Auditions for 2021 - TBA
Overture Strings students do not need to audition.
Register at the "Overture Strings - School Year registration"
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:
When you register, you will be able to select a time range for the day of your audition. You will receive an email with your specific audition time after the beginning of July. To confirm your spot, you will need to pay a NONREFUNDABLE $35 audition fee AND respond that you would like to accept that appointment.
All auditions will be held at the Edmonds Woodway High School in Edmonds.
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 provided by the audition coaches
When you register, you will be able to select a time range for the day of your audition. You will receive an email with your specific audition time after the beginning of July. To confirm your spot, you will need to pay a NONREFUNDABLE $35 audition fee AND respond that you would like to accept that appointment.
All auditions will be held at the Edmonds Woodway High School in Edmonds.

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.
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.
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.