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All applicants must complete and return a Season Application along with a $25 non-refundable application fee. Please print out the Application linked below:

Application [pdf]

Applications must be received by Monday, May 5, 2008.

Auditions will take place May 9, 10, and 11 @ Kennesaw State University.

Please contact the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra. if you have questions regarding our programs or audition process. You may also visit the Frequently Asked Questions portion of this page (below).

1. Which ensemble should I apply for?

It may be helpful to read the descriptions on the orchestra sections of our website. You may also want to listen to each group. With your private teacher’s help, you should be able to make a decision. If you are still unsure, it is okay. You will be placed in the appropriate ensemble based on the abilities that you demonstrate in the audition.

2. Do I need to have my audition music memorized?

Memorization is not necessary.

3. Can I request an audition time/date?

If you apply early, there is a chance we can honor audition time and date requests. However, due to the judges' schedules, some instruments may only audition during certain times on certain dates.

4. When will I receive my audition time/ date?

GYSO will e-mail each applicant after the application within 48 hours of receiving their application. If you do not receive your e-mail with one week before the first scheduled audition date, please call the GYSO office. It is your responsibility to follow up with the GYSO office about securing an audition time.

5. When does GYSO rehearse and when does the program start/stop?

GYSO rehearses once a week on Sundays. The GYSO season adheres to the academic calendar as closely as possible with respect to holiday's and vacations. GYSO runs during the school year, with rehearsals starting in September and ending in May.

6. Do I need to dress up for the audition?

Dressing up is not mandatory. Most people wear dressy-casual, comfortable clothes to the audition.

7. When do I apply for financial aid?

After you are accepted into one of the orchestras, please call the GYSO office to request a need-based financial aid form if you would like to apply for aid. Financial aid only covers the tuition (or a portion of the tuition); it does not cover the $25 application fee.

8. 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. E-mails will be sent after all auditions have concluded. Typically, the date of the letter will be announced during the auditions, so you know when to expect the letter. Under NO circumstances will results be given over the phone.

9. Do current GYSO students have to audition?

Yes. All interested students must audition for the program.