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Audition for YSDP
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The following is our general procedure in auditioning new and
returning members.
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For the upcoming 2009-2010 season, we plan to hold the spring auditions at Naperville Central High School.
- Note: Existing YSDP Members will be given their assigned times on April 6, 2009.
- Wednesday, May 6th for Current Preparatory Orchestra
- Thursday, May 7th, for Current YSDP Symphony Strings
- Friday, May 8th, for Current Symphony Winds, Brass and Percussion
- NEW Musicians playing Strings, Winds, Brass, and Percussion will be auditioned on Saturday - May 9th, 2009.
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Youth Symphony of DuPage welcomes new musicians - advanced grade
school through high school level - to audition for our Preparatory and
Symphony Orchestras.
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YSDP auditions and seating for the Preparatory and Symphony Orchestras
are competitive. Seating is at the Conductor's discretion.
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You should be prepared to audition with a piece 3 to 5 minutes in
length that reflects your current level of instrumental achievement.
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Sight reading may be requested.
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Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years playing experience on
their instrument. Anything less requires a music teachers
recommendation.
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All prospective (new and returning) members must participate
in the audition, if you have not done so for this coming season.
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Please download the Membership Application Form for 2009-2010
(click here).,
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make a print out (two pages), and fill out and sign the form.
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If you are a new member, please mail the completed form and the audition
fee ($25 in check) to the following address:
YSDP Audition Coordinator
c/o Kathleen Ondracek
705 Dorchester Dr
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
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You will be notified of your audition date, time and location.
- Membership Fees for 2009/2010 year.
- Preparatory Orchestra: $275.00 annually
- Symphony Orchestra: $325.00 annually
Plus $50 for five benefit concert tickets per family.
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