The 2010-11 season marks NYO’s 5th Annual Concerto Competition. Initiated in 2006, this competition is open exclusively to NYO orchestra members and is a wonderful opportunity for those musicians who wish to challenge themselves further by competing with other motivated musicians within the orchestra. The competition itself occurs in January and each applicant is heard by an esteemed panel of judges. A winner is selected from each orchestra in which members are eligible to audition. These winners are subsequently featured in the the NYO Spring Concert, which is held in May of the same season.
When: Monday, January 17, 2011
Location: Indian Hill Music, Littleton, Massachusetts
Application Deadline: December 9, 2010
Eligibility: Open to NYO Symphonic Orchestra members only.
Repertoire: Selections to be reviewed and approved by the NYO Board review committee and the orchestra conductor. All those considering this opportunity must present their planned piece to the NYO Board review committee to ensure that the orchestration can be supported. A piano accompanist is highly recommended for the audition and is expected to be provided by each applicant. Repertoire chosen should support a small chamber orchestra orchestration. While it is called a concerto competition, a major work originally written for solo instrument and orchestra is also allowed.
Fee: $40 per person.
