Interested in auditioning?
We are excited that you are interested in applying for one of the GDYO ensembles. Our program consists of two full orchestras, three string orchestras, a wind ensemble, a flute choir, and our newest offering: GDYO Jazz. Our season begins at the end of August and runs through the end of May.
To make the process as user-friendly as possible, please follow the steps below to walk you through everything you need and finish by filling out the online application form.
- Step 1) Read through the Audition FAQs
- Step 2) Look over the Audition Requirements for the Orchestral Program or go to the Jazz Audition Information
- Step 3) Fill out the Application Form.
The fee for applying is $30 (nonrefundable).
Woodwinds, Brass, Piano – application due Saturday, March 9
Jazz – application due Monday, April 22
Strings, Percussion, Harp – application due Saturday, March 30
Applications must be received on or before the due date, otherwise a $10 late fee will be added to your application fee (and any audition date/time requests may not be able to be accommodated):
You will be assigned one of these audition days. You can indicate conflicts on the application form, and we will do our best to accommodate.
| Flute | Wednesday, March 20 (6pm – 9pm) | |
| Thursday, March 28 (6:30pm – 9:30pm) | ||
| Saxophone,Euphonium and Piano | Wednesday, March 20 (6pm – 9pm) | |
| All other Winds and Brass | Saturday, March 23 (9am – 6pm) | |
| Wednesday, March 27 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) | ||
| Thursday, March 28 (4:30pm – 6:30pm) | ||
| Thursday, April 4 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) | ||
| Strings | Wednesday, April 10 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) | |
| Thursday, April 11 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) | ||
| Friday, April 12 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) | ||
| Saturday, April 13 (9am – 6pm) | ||
| Wednesday, April 17 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) | ||
| Wednesday, April 24 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) | ||
| Thursday, April 25 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) | ||
| Percussion and Harp | Saturday, April 13 (8:30am – 12:00pm) | |
| GDYO Jazz | Friday, May 3 (5pm – 9pm) | |
| Saturday, May 4 (9am – 2pm) | ||
Applications must be received on or before the due date, otherwise a $10 late fee will be added to your application fee (and any audition date/time requests may not be able to be accommodated): If you have any questions, please contact the GDYO office at 214-528-7747 or email us at auditions@gdyo.org.