Orchestras

Seating Auditions for Strings

Seating auditions for String Orchestra and Symphony Orchestra are held during Welcome Week at the beginning of the fall semester or by special arrangement with Dr. Moore. Note: Music admission and scholarship auditions are held separately from ensemble seating auditions. Symphony Orchestra woodwind, brass, and percussion openings are filled by appointment and audition.

University Symphony Orchestra and String Orchestra Seating Audition Excerpts

Students should download and prepare the excerpts provided below (two excerpts per instrument). A brief sight-reading excerpt will also be required.

2024-2025:

Haydn – Symphony No. 50

Shostakovich – Festive Overture (red bracketed portions only)