The Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra will hold auditions for its 36th season from Aug. 24 through Sept. 14.
Musicians ages 8 to 20 who play string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments are invited to audition for the Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra, for those at an advanced level, or for its Intermezzo Orchestra for intermediate players or Overture String Orchestra, a beginning-level orchestra.
Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra members come from throughout Southern California, including from San Bernardino, Riverside, Los Angeles and Orange counties, and the groups rehearse Sundays at Claremont High School, according to a news release.
Annual opportunities for orchestra members include three performances at Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College, a weekend retreat in the mountains with coaching by professional musicians, community performances, chamber music opportunities and a concerto competition.
Additional opportunities have included performances at Walt Disney Concert Hall at the Los Angeles Music Center, the Hollywood Bowl, Disneyland and numerous European venues, according to the news release.
For a schedule of the audition dates for each instrument and to apply for an audition, go to cymo.org and click on auditions. Information is also available by emailing rjscymo@aol.com or calling 909-624-3614.
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