Garden State Philharmonic Orchestra Youth Symphony Auditions Sept. 25

The Garden State Philharmonic Symphony Society, now entering its 57^th anniversary season, is not only the premier professional orchestra at the Jersey Shore, but a resource for music education as well. Having recently announced its professional concert season, the Philharmonic is now getting ready to launch the 2012-2013 Youth Orchestra Program.

Auditions for the current season have been set for Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at Toms River Intermediate East located on Hooper Avenue in Toms River.

Audition time slots will be scheduled for potential members beginning at 6:00 p.m. Audition guidelines, applications and information about the current Youth Orchestra Program season will be available via the Philharmonic’s website at www.gardenstatephilharmonic.org after September 18^th. Parents may also contact the Philharmonic office at (732) 255-0460 or gspyouth@gardenstatephilharmonic.org for additional information. A limited number of need-based scholarships are available for those who cannot meet the required membership fee.  

The Youth Orchestra is a member-supported program allowing students in elementary through high school to explore advanced levels of instrumental music performance. Divided into three age-appropriate groups, each led by a qualified conductor/teaching artist, the Youth Orchestra rehearses weekly throughout the year and performs a minimum of two public engagements under the tutelage of professional artists. Advanced students have also been invited to perform alongside the professional musicians of the Philharmonic’s Orchestra as well as in special engagements at legendary Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall. The Youth Orchestra Program nurtures the instrumental talents of approximately 120 students annually.