Auditions

Join the Orchestra!

The West Island Youth Symphony Orchestra (WIYSO) enables young musicians to perfect their musical skills within an orchestral ensemble under the direction of professional conductors. WIYSO encompasses two ensembles: a Symphony Orchestra and a String Orchestra.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Please prepare your in-person audition with the following: 

1. A major or minor scale of your choice.

2. One of the following choices:

      a. The orchestral excerpts provided below

      b. A short piece or study of approximately 3-5 minutes

      c. A collection of excerpts from your most recent concert totaling approximately 3-5 minutes

Please note that only orchestral instruments (strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion) are accepted into the orchestra.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

New Musicians

Please prepare your in-person audition with the following: 

Violin 

1) One solo piece or one movement of a concerto.

2) Choose 2 out of 3 excerpts. 

3) Sight-reading test.

Cello

1) One solo piece or one movement of a concerto.

2) Cello excerpt.

3) Sight-reading test.

It is advisable to choose to play repertoire and scales that accurately demonstrate your level. (i.e. do not choose to play one octave scales if you are able to play 3-octave scales)

Outside of the regular audition period, we invite you to contact us by email to inquire about any availabilities we may have for the season. For more information, email us at auditions@osjwi.qc.ca.