The audition deadline for viola, brass, and bass instruments has been extended to September 1 at 11:59 PM. Contact admin@byso.org for the registration link. All details about auditions can be found in the Enrollment section of our website.
Announcements
Announcements
BYSO Executive Director on 425 Show
In the 425 Show’s Supporting the Arts episode, host and local Real Estate Agent Nicole Mangina brought Patrice O’Neill of Wintergrass, Robb Hunt of Issaquah Village Theatre, and Trudi Jackson of BYSO together to discuss the challenges and accomplishments each have faced during COVID-19. Take a look below, or read the blog post.
Audition Results
Audition placements will be communicated approximately September 8. Rehearsals start Monday, October 5. Flute Orchestra will begin one week earlier.
Audition Submissions Due Today
Registration for BYSO’s 2020-21 Season closes today at 11:59 PM. The Registration Form can be found here. Audition video instructions are outlined under the Enrollment tab from the menu bar.
Audition Submissions Due Monday 11:59 PM
Registration for BYSO’s Fall 2020 Season will close this Monday, August 24 at 11:59 PM. When registering, make sure to have your audition video link, payment, and class preference ready. Learn all specifics under the Enrollment tab from the menu bar.
Friday Artwork Feature
Today’s featured artwork is a lovely digital illustration by violinist Cristina Kosilkina. Thank you Cristina for transporting us through these calm and sunny pastures. Have a safe and relaxing weekend.
Audition FAQs
Answers to frequently asked questions about auditions, registration, and fall season offerings can found on BYSO’s FAQ page.
Feel free to reach out to us on Facebook too. You can ask questions to BYSO staff directly on today’s Q&A Facebook post.
Sight Reading: Metronome ON
Based on feedback, BYSO has updated the sight reading instructions to leave the metronome on. This applies only to the sight reading. No metronome is allowed to be used otherwise during your audition.
Clarinet Audition Alert
Philharmonia and Youth Symphony clarinet audition requirements have been updated. Please check the audition levels for the etudes and the recommended tempi before submitting your audition.
Friday Artwork Feature
It’s Friday! Today’s featured artwork is by BYSO violinist Rodrigo Reyes, titled Skyscraper. Thank you Rodrigo for your submission!
Are you an Artist?
If you would like BYSO to feature your artwork, submit your piece by 10:00 am on Mondays to communications@byso.org. Provide your name, instrument, and title of piece if applicable.
