Auditions

We are holding rolling auditions. Register with the button below, and we will contact you to set an audition time.

Students should be prepared to perform the following:

Perform major scales up to 4 flats and 4 sharps (Strings perform 3 octaves; Woodwinds perform up to 3 octaves, when practical; Brass perform 2 octaves, when practical)
Play two contrasting movements of a concerto, sonata, or solo work
“Contrasting” refers to one technical movement and one slower or melodic movement. You can use movements from two different solo works. Your repertoire choices should display your highest level of technique and musicality.
Percussionists should perform an appropriate solo work or etude on snare and timpani, and mallet keyboard if possible
Percussion and harp should also prepare two orchestral excerpts of your choice
Sight-read music provided in the audition

For students 10-16 years interested in our newest string ensemble:

Placement into our orchestras is determined by the audition.

Philadelphia Sinfonia (PS) – advanced orchestra, conducted by Gary D. White
Philadelphia Sinfonia Players (PSP) – advanced-intermediate orchestra, conducted by Danielle Garrett
Philadelphia Sinfonia Strings (PSS) – intermediate string ensemble, led by Beth Dzwil
Philadelphia Sinfonia Chamber Orchestra (PSCO) – advanced string orchestra, conducted by Gary D. White

For questions regarding auditions, please contact us at auditions@philadelphiasinfonia.com.