Orchestra Auditions for 2009-2010

(Images and text by GCYO Publicist Bill Kendig)

The Greenville County Youth Orchestras is now accepting audition applications for the 2009-2010 season for both its Young Artist Orchestra and the Philharmonic. To learn about the audition requirements and to complete the application form on-line, go to www.gcyo.net and click on the audition link at the bottom of the Membership area. For more information contact Jeff Purtle at (864) 292-3532. Auditions will be held by appointment March 6th , March 7th and April 18th.

The GCYO Young Artists Orchestra is comprised of the finest, most gifted and talented high school aged musicians in the upstate. They perform three concerts each year at the Peace Center’s Dorothy Gunter Theatre and receive one full honors level credit through the Greenville County School District. Weekly rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 9:30 at the Fine Arts Center.
The Philharmonic is comprised of both middle and high school aged musicians who display exceptional ability. They perform in three concerts each year. High school age Philharmonic members receive ½ honors level credit. The Philharmonic rehearse on Tuesday afternoons from 4:30 to 6:00 also at the Fine Arts Center.

Students are strongly encouraged to apply early, schedule an audition time and take time to prepare for the audition.