Auditions

Winter recruiting auditions for the second semester of our 2026–27 season are open! To round out our orchestras, we have openings for new students at all levels. See the full list of openings below.

Whether you want to supplement your school music experience or play in an orchestra for the first time, GTCYS’ 11 orchestras inspire 950+ musicians—from beginners to pre-professionals—to grow, connect, and shine.

Weeknight rehearsals (September through May) and several east and west metro locations make it easy to find the right fit. Tuition is pro-rated for second semester, and generous financial assistance is available.

Submit your audition video by midnight on Tuesday, December 1, 2026.

Audition by December 1

2026–27 Orchestra Openings

Orchestras are listed from beginning to advanced. Review our school-year orchestras to find the best fit for you, including average playing experience, rehearsal locations, conductors, and more.

Beginning

Philharmonia East: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
Philharmonia West: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
Sinfonia East: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Tuba, Percussion, Harp
Sinfonia West: Viola, Bass, Clarinet, Horn, Trombone, Percussion, Harp

Developing

Concertino East: Violin, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Trombone, Percussion, Harp
Concertino West: Viola, Cello, Bass, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Tuba, Percussion, Harp

Intermediate

Camerata Vivace: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trombone, Percussion, Harp
Camerata Con Brio: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Horn, Trombone, Tuba
Concert Orchestra: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Bassoon, Horn, Trombone, Tuba, Percussion, Harp

Advanced

Philharmonic: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Bassoon, Horn, Trombone, Percussion
Symphony: Cello, Bass, Bassoon, Trombone

Please note: This round of auditions is only open to students who have not yet auditioned for GTCYS in 2026.

Audition Requirements

Go to our audition page on SnapAudition.com and create an account.
Follow your instrument audition requirements (below).
Practice, practice, practice!
Record your audition video and submit on SnapAudition.com to be considered for placement.

Click your instrument to download your audition requirements. Follow the steps outlined and you’ll be on your way to a great audition! If you don’t have access to a printer or a digital device to view the audition requirements, please contact us and we’ll mail you the materials.

Violin	Viola	Cello	Bass
Flute	Oboe	Clarinet	Bassoon
Horn	Trumpet	Trombone	Tuba
Percussion	Harp

Audition Timeline

Season auditions for all students open in February and close in May.
Summer recruiting auditions open in July and close in August.
Winter recruiting auditions open in October and close in December.

Orchestra Schedules

GTCYS orchestras rehearse on weeknights (Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday) at several locations in the east and west metro from September to May. Find the times and locations for specific orchestras on our school-year orchestras page.

Financial Assistance

GTCYS is committed to making our programs accessible and affordable for all interested students, regardless of their financial situation. Learn more about financial assistance.