How to Join the Youth Ensembles
Who is Eligible to Audition?
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Young People's Orchestra (YPO) - Advanced elementary, middle school and high school students who play string, wind, or percussion instruments may audition to join the YPO for fall semester 2023. We recommend that students play at NYSSMA Level 4 or higher. Students will be asked to play a prepared solo selection, without accompaniment, and a scale.
Students should be capable of playing in keys with up to three flats and three sharps. Beginning shifting is a must. (Those not familiar with NYSSMA ratings should e-mail info@osfl.org for information.) FAQs What should I include in my audition video? Your audition video should include a 2-minute solo selection and 1 scale of choice from the requirements listed above. Youth Orchestra students should also include the provided orchestral excerpt. Videos should be submitted via email to info@osfl.org. How long will the season last? The season lasts from September to mid-May, and includes weekly Sunday afternoon rehearsals in Horseheads, NY. There are two public concerts, in the fall and spring. Additionally, the youth ensembles will perform a special side-by-side performance at the OSFL concert in March. Can I join in the middle of the season? Yes! With approval from the conductors or the OSFL office, students may apply and begin at any time during the year. Contact the office for mid-season auditions. For more information, contact the OSFL Office at (607) 936-2873 or info@osfl.org |
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2023-24 Audition Application
Download the 23-24 audition application form.
Application and video recording audition deadline is Wednesday, September 13 at noon.
For those who cannot submit a video recording for their audition, in person auditions will take place Saturday, September 16.
The first rehearsal will be Sunday, September 17 at 4:00.
Parents are required to attend an informational meeting during the first rehearsal.
Please send the completed application with a $15 check for the application fee made out to OSFL to:
OSFL
PO Box 15
Corning, NY 14830
If you prefer, you may email a completed application to info@osfl.org and then pay the audition fee with the button below.
Your confirmation will be emailed to you from info@osfl.org. Add this email address to your contacts to be sure it doesn't get filtered into your spam folder.
Download the 23-24 audition application form.
Application and video recording audition deadline is Wednesday, September 13 at noon.
For those who cannot submit a video recording for their audition, in person auditions will take place Saturday, September 16.
The first rehearsal will be Sunday, September 17 at 4:00.
Parents are required to attend an informational meeting during the first rehearsal.
Please send the completed application with a $15 check for the application fee made out to OSFL to:
OSFL
PO Box 15
Corning, NY 14830
If you prefer, you may email a completed application to info@osfl.org and then pay the audition fee with the button below.
Your confirmation will be emailed to you from info@osfl.org. Add this email address to your contacts to be sure it doesn't get filtered into your spam folder.
Pay Application Fee
Tuition Fees
Checks should be made payable to "OSFL" and mailed to the office:
OSFL • P.O. Box 15 • Corning, New York • 14830
Please do not give checks to the conductors.
To pay by credit card, use the appropriate payment button below or call the office at 607-936-2873.
OSFL • P.O. Box 15 • Corning, New York • 14830
Please do not give checks to the conductors.
To pay by credit card, use the appropriate payment button below or call the office at 607-936-2873.
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Please contact the OSFL office if you have difficulty with these fees: info@osfl.org. We want to make certain that financial concerns do not prevent any young musician from participating. Tuition assistance and payment plans are available for those facing financial challenges.
