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2026-2027
Auditions
We welcome talented young musicians ages 8–18 to audition for our nine ensembles. Auditions are open to all skill levels within each ensemble's range — we are looking for passion, preparation, and potential.
Audition Music Available
April 1
Audition Dates
May 11-16
Results Announced
June 1
Our Ensembles
Which Ensemble is Right for You?
Your seat in the symphony awaits. Within each category, the challenge and growth increases from left-to-right (e.g., Vivace String Orchestra is the top-tier string program).
Symphonic Orchestras
Ovation Youth Orchestra
The Colorado Springs
Youth Symphony
Wind Orchestras
Bravo! Winds
Pikes Peak Winds
String Orchestras
Wolfgang String Orchestra
Amadeus String Orchestra
Allegro String Orchestra
Vivace String Orchestra
Jazz Bands
Pinnacle Jazz
Ascent Big Band
Audition Process
What are the Steps in the Process?
01 Download Your Music
Select the audition music for your instrument(s) from our library
02 Schedule Your Audition
Pick a day and time for your audition
03 Register and Apply to Audition
Complete the registration form and audition payment
04 Perform Your Audition
Play your audition for the judges
05 Receive Notice of Your Placement
Congratulations! You'll receive your notice of placement via email
Live auditions are preferred. If circumstances preclude live auditions, video auditions are acceptable.
Click here to learn more about how to submit an absentee audition.
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