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1 Audition Packet GeorgiaYouthSymphony.org

Dear Musician, Welcome to the GYSO 2018 2019 auditions! We re excited to have you be a part of the GYSO family for the upcoming season.

2 Dear Musician, Welcome to the GYSO auditions! We re excited to have you be a part of the GYSO family for the upcoming season. Enclosed in this packet, you will find everything you need for your upcoming audition. Whether you re auditioning for the first time or are a seasoned veteran, there s no reason to be nervous. We re looking forward to hearing you perform! In the next few pages you will find: Ensemble descriptions Audition requirements Audition locations by instrument -Audition building locations and parking maps FAQ Audition excerpts Let us know if you have any questions and good luck on your upcoming audition! Sincerely, Zac Evans, M.M Education and Outreach Coordinator Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra GYSO Audition Packet: Page 2

3 GYSO Ensembles Symphony Orchestra Directed by GSO conductor Dr. Timothy Verville, the Symphony Orchestra is the most advanced orchestral ensemble in the GYSO program. Symphony performs professionallevel works from a variety of classical eras. Recent performances have included works of Tchaikovsky, Dvorak, Haydn, Beethoven, and Mahler, as well as newly commissioned works. Symphony also performs with professional soloists from the Atlanta area. Symphony members are also eligible to participate in the GYSO Concerto Competition. Symphony strings are generally playing 3 octave scales in all major and minor keys and solos from the standard concerto and sonata repertoire. They possess a controlled and varied vibrato and can produce a wide variety of bow strokes both on and off the string. Winds are comfortable in all major and minor keys and can play a full-register chromatic scale. Horns and trumpets are able to play (though perhaps not sight-read) all transpositions. Violas, cellos, bassoons, and trombones are familiar with alternate clefs. Most woodwinds are comfortable with at least one auxiliary instrument. Ensemble members typically range from 10th-12th grade. Symphony rehearses on Sundays from 3-5:30 PM at Kennesaw State University. Philharmonia Directed by Dr. Eric Hawk, Philharmonia performs professional-level and advanced educational works for full orchestra. Recent performances have included works of Tchaikovsky, Vaughan Williams, Bizet, Telemann, and Bernstein. Philharmonia students are also eligible to compete in GYSO Concerto Competition. Philharmonia strings are generally playing 2 or 3 octave scales (up to 7th position) and solos from Suzuki book 5 and up. They use vibrato consistently and have facility with some off-the-string bow techniques. Winds are comfortable in all major keys and can play a full-register chromatic scale. Trumpets and horns are comfortable in some of the most common transpositions. Violas, cellos, bassoons, and trombones are developing familiarity in alternate clefs. Some woodwinds can play auxiliary instruments. Ensemble members typically range from 8th-11th grade. Philharmonia rehearses on Sundays from 2-4:30 PM at the Marietta Performing Arts Center. Camerata Directed by David Metrio, Camerata is the youngest full orchestra in the GYSO program. Camerata repertoire consists of educational works, including original compositions for student orchestra and transcriptions of pieces from the classical canon. Camerata strings are generally playing 2 or 3 octave scales (up to 5th position) and solos from Suzuki books 3 and 4. They are starting to establish vibrato. GYSO Audition Packet: Page 3

4 Camerata winds are generally comfortable in keys from 4 flats to 2 sharps, know the difference between concert and written pitch, and can play a two-octave chromatic scale. Ensemble members typically range from 6th-9th grade. Camerata rehearses on Sundays from 3-5:30 PM at Kennesaw State University. Sinfonia Directed by Whitney Tinley, Sinfonia is the youngest orchestra in the GYSO program. Sinfonia performs educational works, both original compositions and transcriptions, for string orchestra (no wind instruments). Sinfonia students are generally playing 1 or 2 octave scales and solos from Suzuki books 1 and 2. First violins may play in 1st and 3rd positions. Players tend to have some familiarity with multiple hand positions. Ensemble members typically range from 4th-7th grade. Sinfonia rehearses on Sundays from 2-3:30 PM at the Marietta Performing Arts Center. Percussion Ensemble The Percussion Ensemble provides advanced high school and middle school percussionists with the opportunity to develop and improve ensemble skills on a wide variety of instruments under the guidance of John Lawless. In addition to performing works from the published percussion ensemble repertoire, students also have the opportunity to write works for the ensemble. Percussion rehearses on Sundays from 5:30-7:00 PM at Kennesaw State University. Jazz Ensemble Directed by Sam Skelton, the GYSO Jazz Ensemble performs in wide variety of jazz styles, performing both educational works and well known arrangements from jazz legends. Members also have opportunities to perform in a combo setting. The instrumentation is a standard big band (saxes, trumpets, trombones, guitar, piano, bass, and drums). Jazz rehearses on Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00 PM at Kennesaw State University. GSO Youth Chorus Under the direction of GSO Chorus director Bryan Black, the GSO Youth Chorus is focused on the educational and physical/musical development of young singers. In addition to providing supplemental instruction that supports ongoing activities in classrooms, the youth chorus program is unique in providing students with music theory and sight-singing training which are crucial to advanced vocalist development. The eligible age range for the youth chorus is 6 th -12th grade. The chorus rehearses on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:00 PM at the Marietta Performing Arts Center. GYSO Audition Packet: Page 4

5 String Audition Requirements Sinfonia Solo: 2-3 minute piece of your choice Scales: G major and D major (1 or 2 octaves) Excerpts: D only Camerata Solo : 2-3 minute piece of your choice Scales: Violin G major, D major, C major, A major (1 or 2 octaves) Viola/Cello/Bass G major, D major, C major, F major (1 or 2 octaves) Excerpts: C and D Philharmonia Solo: 2-3 minute piece of your choice Scales: All strings All major scales from 2 flats to 3 sharps (2 or 3 octaves) Excerpts: B and C Symphony Solo: 2-3 minute piece of your choice Scales: All major scales from 4 flats to 4 sharps (2, 3 or 4 octaves) Excerpts: A and B NOTE: Neither an accompanist nor memorization is required GYSO Audition Packet: Page 5

6 Wind Audition Requirements Camerata Solo: 2-3 minute piece of your choice Scales: All major scales from 3 flats to 1 sharp (1 or 2 octaves), chromatic (1 or 2 octaves) Excerpts: C only Philharmonia Solo: 2-3 minute piece of your choice Scales: All major scales from 4 flats to 2 sharps (1 or 2 octaves), chromatic (1 or 2 octaves) Excerpts: B and C Symphony Solo: 2-3 minute piece of your choice Scales: All major scales from 4 flats to 4 sharps (1,2, or 3 octaves), chromatic (full range) Excerpts: A and B (If there are two A excerpts for your instrument, prepare both.) NOTE: Neither an accompanist nor memorization is required GYSO Audition Packet: Page 6

7 Jazz Audition Requirements Winds Solo : 2-5 minute solo (in any style, jazz or classical) Scales: Any 2 scales (blues scales may be used) Sight Reading Piano/Guitar Solo: 2-5 minute solo (in any style, jazz or classical) Scales: Any 2 scales (blues scales may be used) Chord Change Reading Sight Reading Drums Drummers will be asked to keep time in two contrasting styles. Two separate auditions are required for percussion and jazz drums. Percussion Audition Requirements Percussionists should prepare solos or etudes on two different instruments. A keyboard instrument and timpani are preferred. Note that two separate auditions are required for percussion and jazz drums. Chorus Audition Requirements Prepare a 2-3 minute solo (folk tune, hymn or art song) and provide a copy for the staff accompanist. The audition will also include pitch memory and evaluate vocal range. GYSO Audition Packet: Page 7

8 Audition Location Auditions are held at Kennesaw State University in the Wilson Annex and the Music Building. There will be a check in table inside both buildings to help you find your way to your warm-up and audition rooms once you arrive for your audition. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes before your audition. This will allow time to find the audition room and warm-up properly. Audition Location by Instrument Please check for the location by your instrument and the date of your audition. MU107 = Music Building, Room 107 MU109 = Music Building, Room 109 WA2080 = Wilson Annex, Room 2080 WAPS= Wilson Annex, Percussion Studio GYSO Audition Packet: Page 8

9 Instrument Mon 5/21 Tues 5/22 Wed 5/23 Thur 5/24 Fri 5/25 Violin MU107 MU MU107 MU107 Viola WA MU109 Cello WA2080 WA2080 Bass MU Harp MU Woodwinds MU109 MU Brass MU109 MU Jazz WA Percussion WA Chorus --- WA Audition Locations Parking **All auditions take place at Kennesaw State University s main campus Wilson Annex, Room 2080 (WA2080) - Parking Lot E Music Building, Room 107 (MU107)- Parking Lot D Music Building, Room 109 (MU109)- Parking Lot D To view a detailed map of KSU s Arts District visit: To view a detailed map of the entire KSU campus visit: GYSO Audition Packet: Page 9

10 Audition & General FAQ 1. Which ensemble should I audition for? Check the ensemble descriptions and see which ensemble you d fit in according to expectations for ensemble members. Auditions are held so that we can place you in the ensemble that fits you best. While we have different scale and excerpt requirements for each orchestra, playing an audition for a certain orchestra does not guarantee placement in that orchestra; it only makes you eligible for it. If you re unsure about which ensemble to audition for, see what the grade recommendation is for each ensemble. If you have previously participated in GYSO, we recommend auditioning for either the ensemble you were in last year or the next ensemble up. 2. Do I need to have my audition music memorized? Memorization is not necessary. We want you to feel as comfortable as possible in your audition. 3. Why is school music participation required for GYSO students, provided that a music program exists at your school? GYSO is a strong supporter of our local school music programs, and we believe that these programs are a true foundation of our musical community. Our ensembles are meant to be a further outlet for musical and artistic growth and aren t a substitute for participating in a school music program. If a student is homeschooled or their school doesn t have an orchestra, chorus, or band program, they are allowed to participate in GYSO. 4. When does GYSO rehearse and when does the program start and stop? GYSO rehearses once a week on Sundays (Wednesdays for Jazz). The GYSO season adheres to the local academic calendar as closely as possible with respect to holidays and vacations, starting GYSO Audition Packet: Page 10

11 in August and ending in May. Our complete calendar and rehearsal schedule for the current year is on our rehearsal schedule page. 5. Do I need to dress up for the audition? Dressing up is not mandatory. Most people wear dressy-casual, comfortable clothes to the audition. 6. When do I apply for financial aid? After you are accepted into one of the orchestras, you can apply at any time prior to the deadline on the financial aid form on our forms page. Financial aid only covers the tuition (or a portion of the tuition); it does not cover the $25 audition fee. Students must reapply for financial aid every year. 7. When and how will I find out the results of the audition? You will not receive any audition results over the phone or on the website. Results will be ed to your primary provided by June 15. Under NO circumstances will results be given over the phone prior to the conclusion of auditions. 8. Do current GYSO students have to audition? Yes. All interested students must audition for the program. Those that have previously participated in GYSO will be assured a spot their previous ensemble as long as they participate in the May Auditions. If a student must schedule a later audition, their spot will not be reserved and they may audition for remaining spots. If you have any further questions or concerns, contact: Zac Evans, Education and Outreach Coordinator zevans@georgiasymphony.org GYSO Audition Packet: Page 11

12 Audition Excerpts GYSO Audition Excerpts - Violin D. Mozart Variations, arr. Ruth Siegler, m.1-16(play Repeats) C. Johann Pachelbel, Canon in D GYSO Audition Packet: Page 12

13 B. Haydn Symphony No. 94: 2 nd Mvt., m A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 13

14 GYSO Audition Excerpts Viola D. Mozart Variations (arr. Ruth Siegler) m.9-24 (Play Repeats) C. Tchaikovsky, Symphony No. 5 Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 14

15 B. Beethoven Symphony V: 2 nd Mvt., m.1-10 & m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 15

16 A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 16

17 GYSO Audition Excerpts - Cello D. Mozart Variations (arr. Ruth Siegler) m (Play Repeats) C. J.S. Bach, Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, 1 st Mov. GYSO Audition Packet: Page 17

B. Beethoven Symphony V: 2 nd Mvt., m.1-10 & m.49-59 A.

18 B. Beethoven Symphony V: 2 nd Mvt., m.1-10 & m A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 18

19 GYSO Audition Excerpts - Bass D. Mozart Variations (arr. Ruth Siegler) m C. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Serenade for String Orchestra, 3 rd mov. B. Beethoven Symphony V: 2 nd Mvt., m.1-10 & m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 19

20 A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Excerpts - Flute C. Beethoven Symphony No. 7 mvt. 2 (arr. Leidig), m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 20

21 B. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m A. Tchaikovsky, Marche Slav, Op.31 GYSO Audition Packet: Page 21

22 GYSO Audition Excerpts - Oboe C. Beethoven Symphony No. 7 Mvt. 2 (arr. Leidig), m B. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: 2 nd Mvt., m.1-21 GYSO Audition Packet: Page 22

23 A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 23

24 GYSO Audition Excerpts - Clarinet C. Beethoven Symphony No. 7 mvt. 2 (arr. Leidig), m B. Rossini, Barber of Seville Overture, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 24

25 A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 25

26 GYSO Audition Excerpts Bassoon C. Beethoven Symphony No. 7 mvt. 2, m B. Tchaikovsky, Capriccio Italien, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 26

27 A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 27

28 GYSO Audition Excerpts Trumpet C. Gustav Holst, Jupiter from The Planets B. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 28

29 A. Tchaikovsky, Marche Slav, Op.31 GYSO Audition Excerpts - French Horn C. Edvard Grieg, Morgenstimmung from Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 B. Gustav Holst, Jupiter from The Planets GYSO Audition Packet: Page 29

30 A. Tchaikovsky Symphony V: 2 nd Mvt., m.8-24 GYSO Audition Excerpts Trombone C. Edvard Grieg, In The Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt Suite, m (arr. Richard Meyer) GYSO Audition Packet: Page 30

31 B. Tchaikovsky, Capriccio Italien, m A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 31

32 GYSO Audition Excerpts Tuba B. Triumphant March, based on Tchaikovsky s Symphony No. 6, Mvt. 3 (arr. Higgins) B. Tchaikovsky, Capriccio Italien, m A. Tchaikovsky Symphony IV: Finale, m GYSO Audition Packet: Page 32

Audition Packet

Audition Packet 2017 2018 GeorgiaYouthSymphony.org Dear Musician, Welcome to the GYSO 2017 2018 auditions! We re excited to have you be a part of the GYSO family for the upcoming season. Enclosed in this