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

Symphonic Orchestras

The Colorado Springs
Youth Symphony

Ovation Youth Orchestra

Wind Orchestras

Pikes Peak Winds

Bravo! Winds

String Orchestras

Vivace String Orchestra

Allegro String Orchestra

Amadeus String Orchestra

Jazz Bands

Ascent Big Band

Pinnacle Jazz

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.