SYMPHONY
advanced string, wind, brass and percussion through age 21
Overview
NVYO’s most advanced auditioned student orchestra is made up of highly capable string, wind, brass and percussion players under the age of 21. Musicians are expected to have developed an advanced range and tone, and be able to play in any key. Vibrato and/or other advanced techniques are required, as music is selected from the standard Symphonic repertoire. Rehearsals are Sunday evenings 6:30-8:30 pm, with additional sectionals and dress rehearsals as scheduled. Most rehearsals are held at the Empire Arts Center, 415 Demers Ave. in Grand Forks. String seating is rotated each concert. Brass, woodwind and percussion usually rotate from piece to piece. Qualified and teacher-recommended college music students may apply for NVYO's College Mentor-Performer musician program.
Fees – 2023-24 | Register by May 31, 2023 and save!
Tuition is $310 for the season, $295 before September 13.
For one semester only - $190.(discouraged except in cases of direct conflict)
Fees include all instruction, music use, sectional opportunities, and a t-shirt.
Students joining in the middle of the season may inquire about a reduced tuition rate, presently $190 for Symphony.
Limited scholarships are available, need or merit- based for all members. Complete the appropriate application online HERE. Please submit prior to registration for best consideration.
Returning Symphony members may register for 2023-24 without an additional audition. (Placement auditions may be held during the rehearsal season in fall.) https://bit.ly/NVYOSYM23
College music students may apply for NVYO's CMP mentor musician program HERE:
https://forms.gle/3ZSfTRJvaJmCF3dT9
Audition Information
For students interested in advancing from Philharmonic to Symphony, or students new to NVYO who are interested in Symphony, audition information will be available by April.
Important note: Orchestral placement is at the discretion of the conductors, regardless of the student’s declared intent. Age alone is never a determining factor in orchestral placement; NVYO ensembles are arranged by playing level. Orchestral assignment is made with intent to create the overall best experience for each student.
Contact Naomi Welsh with questions – nwelsh@novyo.org, 701-757-3009 or 701-213-0310
College Mentor-Performer Program
Learn more about our College Mentor-Performer program for eligible university-level musicians. This tuition waiver, recommendation-only program, allows college students to perform and learn symphonic repertoire while also continuing to develop mentor and leadership skills. Learn more & apply here: https://forms.gle/Zxd8W5Kf9PC4MWxw8