 The 2009 application and audition repertoire will be posted online in late October 2008.
Who Can Apply To Audition?
Residents of Canada who study an orchestral instrument between the ages of 12 and 28 years old on June 20th, 2008 can apply.
NYOC encourages everyone over age 12 to audition for valuable audition experience.
Who Can Participate in the NYOC?
The age limit for participation in the NYOC is more restricted than those for participation in the auditions. NYOC age limits are a minimum of 14 and a maximum of 28 by June 20th of the session year.
The NYOC Audition Process:
NYOC auditions are held in major cities across Canada each January. Auditions are approximately fifteen minutes long and usually consist of a solo lasting 2 to 4 minutes, a variety of orchestral excerpts and possibly some scales and sight-reading. Please see the Audition Repertoire page for specific requirements for your instrument. Annual entry into the NYOC is based on the results of these auditions.
In each city, qualified professional musicians supervise “live” auditions. These auditions are recorded on a minidisc. You will be asked to play through your Audition Repertoire, in order, without stopping. The resultant recordings are given to our faculty for evaluation.
What are the Selection Criteria of the NYOC?
The essential requirement for winning a place in the NYOC is excellent performance. Consideration may also be given to development in relation to age, experience, musical leadership and potential for becoming a professional orchestral musician.
What do I have to play for the audition?
There is a set list of audition repertoire required for each instrument, usually consisting of a solo, orchestral excerpts, and scales. The list and music is available online for each instrument to download. Click here for the link or access the music from the Audition Repertoire tab. Please read the list carefully, being careful to note when scales are required in addition to the excerpts posted. All solos should be played without accompaniment. It is suggested that you obtain recordings of the orchestral repertoire so you have an idea of the tempo and context of the excerpt. For some instruments, there may be sight reading required at the audition as well.
If you have problems downloading the excerpts online, please contact the office and we will mail you the audition repertoire package.
When is my Audition?
You will receive an e-mail with your audition time, location and other important information. Please set your spam filters accordingly to receive emails from our domain, nyoc.org, especially if you use hotmail.
If you do not receive an e-mail of your audition time and location by Tuesday, December 18th, 2007, please call our office at 1-888-532-4470 or e-mail auditions@nyoc.org
If it is impossible for you to attend an audition on either the date or time set for you, please contact our office at 1-888-532-4470 or e-mail auditions@nyoc.org AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. You will then be advised what alternative arrangements may be possible.
If you have problems downloading the excerpts online, please contact the office and we will mail you the audition repertoire package.
Will there be a warm-up room at the audition?
There will be at least one warm-up room at each audition location.
What if I can’t travel to an audition city?
Occasionally because of the location of auditionees or other circumstances, recorded auditions are scheduled.Recorded auditions must be on a mini disc (NOT HD Format) or CD. No cassette tapes or DATs are permitted. The recording must be made in the presence of your teacher or another professional musician who must sign the NYOC Recorded Audition Verification Form stating that the audition procedures have been followed. NOTE: Recorded auditions CANNOT be proctored by another current applicant.
If you are scheduled for a recorded audition we will send you a complete information package by e-mail.
How much does it cost to apply?
The Fee Schedule for the 2008 applications:
The application fee for those who apply BEFORE November 16th, 2007 is $50.00CDN, payable ONLINE only by Visa or Mastercard.
The application fee for those who apply BETWEEN November 17th – December 7th, 2007 will be $75.00CDN, payable ONLINE only by Visa or Mastercard
Applications submitted after the December 7th deadline will require a penalty application fee of $125. (Subject to audition time availability)
All applications MUST be accompanied by the respective fees before they will be processed. This money will be used by the Association to partially cover the cost of postage, discs, audio rental and auditor's expenses. The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
When is the Application Deadline?
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE BY FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th 2007.
What Happens After the Auditions?
After the national audition process has been completed and recordings have been reviewed (mid-March), candidates learn in which category they have been classified:
(a) those who have clearly secured places in the NYOC;
(b) those still under consideration for places as alternates in the NYOC;
(c) those who require more study to reach NYOC standards.
Places will be open to alternates in the event of withdrawal by students who qualify ahead of them.
The NYOC Summer Training Session and Tour:
The NYOC session takes place from the end of June to mid August, and consists of a 3 to 4 week period of intensive training, followed by a 2 to 3 week concert tour.
Members of the Orchestra will each receive a bursary for approximately $12,000 which covers their training costs, room and board during the session and accommodation during the tour.
Please click here to see what a typical day is like during the training session.
If I am accepted to the 2008 NYOC how much will it cost to participate?
We are pleased to announce that we have eliminated tuition fees for the 2008 session. All training costs, food and housing at the training location, travel and accommodation during the tour will be paid for. Students will be responsible for the following costs:
$250 Deposit Upon successful fulfillment of the student contract and adherence to the NYOC Discipline Code Agreement, $200 of the deposit will be refunded after the session; subject to deductions in the event of property damage, lost/stolen keys, key deposits, etc.
Travel costs for yourself and your instrument to the session and from the tour
Food costs during the tour: we suggest budgeting $40 day for food and incidentals. |
