Applications for the 2026-27 season are now being accepted.
Auditions will take place on Thursday, September 10th and Sunday, September 13th.
Audition Requirements
Prelude Violin and Viola:
-D major scale, 1 or 2 octaves and arpeggio
-Two minutes of a prepared solo that best demonstrates your playing ability (your choice)
-Sight reading of orchestra excerpts (chosen by judges)
Prelude Cello and Bass:
-A Major Scale, 1 or 2 octaves and arpeggio
-Two minutes of a prepared solo that best demonstrates your playing ability (your choice)
-Sight reading of orchestra excerpts (chosen by judges)
Philharmonic Violin and Viola:
-G or D major scale, 2 or 3 octaves and arpeggio
-Two minutes of a prepared solo that best demonstrates your playing ability (your choice)
-Sight reading of orchestra excerpts (chosen by judges)
Philharmonic Cello and Bass:
-D Major Scale, 2 or 3 octaves and arpeggio
-Two minutes of a prepared solo that best demonstrates your playing ability (your choice)
-Sight reading of orchestra excerpts (chosen by judges)
Woodwinds and Brass:
-Two scales with arpeggio (your choice)
-Two minutes of a prepared solo that best demonstrates your playing ability (your choice)
-Sight reading of orchestra excerpts (chosen by judges)
Percussionists:
-Prepare excerpts from solo and/or etude repertoire on pitched and non-pitched instruments.
Standard Tuition Details
Upon acceptance to the BSYO, tuition is due at the first rehearsal. Please make checks payable to the Bangor Symphony Orchestra.
- Concertino Strings (4:00-5:00 pm): $200 for the full year
- Prelude String Orchestra (5:00-6:30 pm) $280 for the full year
- Wind Ensemble (5:00-6:30 pm): $280 for the full year
- Philharmonic Orchestra (6:45-8:45 pm): $290 for the full year
If a student participates in multiple ensembles, tuition will be due for the lowest cost ensemble. For example, a student participating in both Wind Ensemble and Philharmonic Orchestra will pay $280 for tuition.
Sibling discounts:
The first additional family member will receive 50% off the higher tuition ensemble participated in. All other siblings participate at no extra cost.
The BSYO is committed to ensuring that all musicians who successfully audition for membership in BSYO ensembles are able to participate, regardless of financial considerations. Thus, we offer tuition waivers, reductions, or special payment plans to families who demonstrate financial need through the Tuition Assistance Application. Contact Katie Hardy for more information: katie@bangorsymphony.org.