Now Accepting Rolling 2024-2025 Audition Applications
Philadelphia Young Artists Orchestra auditions are open to student string, woodwind, brass, percussion, piano, and harp players. The Philadelphia Young Artists Orchestra (PYAO) accepts students ages 13 through 18.
PYAO rehearsals take place on Sundays from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., mid-September through early-June, at Saint Patrick Hall (240 South 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103).
Audition Requirements
Performers will be asked to play 1) required scales, 2) their own selection from the solo repertoire, and 3) required orchestral excerpts. Please see below for specific requirements for each instrument.
Violin (PDF) Viola (PDF) Cello (PDF) Bass (PDF) Flute (PDF) Oboe (PDF) Clarinet (PDF) Bassoon (PDF) French Horn (PDF) Trumpet (PDF) Trombone (PDF) Bass Trombone (PDF) Tuba (PDF) Percussion (PDF) Harp (PDF) Piano (PDF)The applicant and/or parent/guardian agree that all decisions concerning placement and participation in the PYAO program are at the sole discretion of the artistic staff, and that their decisions are final.
Annual PYAO tuition for the 2024-2025 season is $1,995. A non-refundable deposit of $550 is due at the time an accepted student registers for the PYO Music Institute. Tuition balance is due by the first rehearsal of the concert season.
Financial Aid is available for those accepted students who demonstrate financial need. Applications are available upon request. Please contact the PYOMI office at info@pyomusic.org or 215.545.0502 for more information.
Faculty
Louis Scaglione,
Music Director & Conductor, PYO
Rosalind Erwin,
Director & Conductor, PYAO
Kenneth Bean,
Director & Conductor, YMDO
Schedule and Audition
Auditions are by appointment only. Complete the online registration form with your preferred date and time. The PYOMI office will contact you to confirm your audition.
Schedule an AuditionIf you have questions, please contact us at info@pyomusic.org or 215.545.0502.
Location
Saint Patrick Hall
240 South 20th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103