GYSO is dedicated to helping students GROW!

Check out a few of our 20th Anniversary Season Highlights

Symphony Orchestra

  • Will perform side-by-side with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra at Atlanta’s Symphony Hall.

  • Will present the world premiere of a commissioned work by composer Brandon Gasaway, written specifically for the Symphony.

  • Will feature winners of the annual Concerto Competition in performance.

  • Receives sectional coachings from KSU Bailey School of Music’s acclaimed faculty throughout the season.

Philharmonic Orchestra

  • Will premiere a newly commissioned piece by composer Kirt Mosier, created in collaboration with youth and collegiate orchestras nationwide.

  • Welcomes Dr. David Doke as Music Director and Conductor. A professional violinist and veteran music educator, Dr. Doke brings over 30 years of experience to the podium.

  • Receives sectional coachings from KSU Bailey School of Music’s acclaimed faculty throughout the season.

Camerata Orchestra

  • Will present the world premiere of a commissioned work by composer Jim Palmer, written specifically for the Camerata.

  • Welcomes Dr. Will Whitehead as Music Director and Conductor. Dr. Whitehead is Director of Orchestras at J.J. Daniell Middle School and holds degrees in conducting, music education, and viola performance from Florida State University.

How Can I Participate in GYSO?

The current audition cycle is for summer auditions. Summer auditions are identical to spring auditions, except students who audition during this period may only be placed in ensembles where space is available. If you missed the spring audition window, don’t worry, you can still participate for the full season but, depending on your instrument, spots may be limited.

2025-2026 Audition Information

The Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras consists of 5 core orchestras:
(Click on an ensemble name to learn more about it)

Symphony
Philharmonic
Camerata
Harmonia
Concertino

plus
the Jazz Ensemble

and smaller focused ensembles
String Symposium
Honors String Quartet

 Our straightforward audition process steps are listed below.

We look forward to celebrating our 20th anniversary season with you!

Current Limited Openings for Summer Auditions

    Symphony

    Limited openings for:

    Bassoon
    Horn
    Trumpet
    Viola
    Cello
    Double Bass

    Philharmonic

    Limited openings for:

    Clarinet
    Bassoon
    Horn
    Trumpet
    Trombone
    Tuba
    Viola
    Double Bass

    Camerata

    Limited openings for:

    Flute
    Oboe
    Clarinet
    Bassoon
    Horn
    Trumpet
    Trombone
    Tuba
    Viola
    Cello
    Double Bass

    Harmonia

    Openings for:

    Violin
    Viola
    Cello
    Double Bass

    Concertino

    Openings for:

    Violin
    Viola
    Cello
    Double Bass

    Flute Choir

    Please contact us

    Audition Steps

    If you have any questions, please contact us!

    The Summer audition deadline is 11:59PM EST on August 13, 2025.

    Step 1

    Read the Audition Information Packet as well as the Student Handbook for information regarding auditions and membership policies.

    Audition Information Packet 

    Student Handbook

    Step 2

    Register to audition using the registration form.

    Registration Form

    Step 3

    Upload your video to YouTube.

    Upload to Youtube

    Step 4

    Submit your video link by the deadline posted above. 

    Submit your video link

    If you have any questions, please contact us!