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
Now
Audition Dates
September 13
Results Announced
1-2 Weeks
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
CHALLENGE
Wind Ensembles
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?
The steps in our audition process must be followed in order. All registrations require a completed application registration form and payment is received.
01 Check Our Open Positions
Click here to see if we have an open position for your instrument in one of our ensembles
02 Download Your Music
Select the audition music for your instrument(s) from our library
03 Schedule Your Audition
Schedule a day and time for your audition
04 Register and Apply to Audition
Complete the registration form and audition payment
05 Perform Your Audition
Review Tips for Audition, then Play your audition for the judges
06 Receive Notice of Your Placement
Congratulations! You'll receive your notice of placement via email
If accepted, your email notice will contain a link to Register and Pay for the season