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Audition Submission Form

All auditions will be submitted via Submittable. In this form, you'll fill out your initial registration for OAYO and then submit your videos. You can start this at any time even if your videos aren't ready: you'll be able to save your progress! Auditions are due June 1st by 11:59 PM.

Submit your OAYO Audition Here!

Audition Packets

Visit the links below to download audition packets. Prepare only one audition packet: prepare the packet for the most advanced ensemble you wish to be considered for. See ensemble descriptions below.

Each folder contains an Auditions Info and FAQ sheet: please read it if you have any questions about how to record and submit your audition.

Packets for All Instruments

Flute

Oboe

Clarinet

Bassoon

French Horn

Trumpet

Trombone (and Baritone/Euphonium)

Tuba

Percussion

Violin

Viola

Cello

Bass


Youth Concert Strings

Sundays from September to March, 4:15 - 6 P.M.

  • An intermediate level, string orchestra.
  • Typically includes students in grades 4-8

Audition Requirements

  • Scales
  • 1-2 minute solo or etude
  • Required excerpt

Youth Philharmonic

Sundays from September to March, 4 - 6 P.M.

  • Musicians typically in grades 7-12 who demonstrate an expanded set of abilities specific to their instrument.

Audition Requirements

  • Scales
  • Solo or etude
  • Required excerpt

Youth Symphony

Sundays from September to May, 1:30 - 3:30 P.M.

  • Typically, students in grades 9-12 who demonstrate the full range of abilities specific to their instrument.

Audition Requirements

  • Scales
  • Solo or etude
  • Required excerpt

Chamber Music

An optional add on to the OAYO program that does not require a separate audition. Please indicate in your audition registration if you are interested in participating in the chamber music program.

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  • Omaha Area Youth Orchestras
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  • 6001 Dodge St.
  • Omaha, NE 68182
  • Phone: 531.350.0180
  • Email: cfritch@unomaha.edu

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Omaha Area Youth Orchestras

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  • College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media
  • 6001 Dodge Street
  • Omaha, NE 68182
  • 531.350.0180
  • cfritch@unomaha.edu

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