Open Auditions

REGISTER FOR AN AUDITION HERE.

Read below for the registration procedure. Scroll to bottom for excerpts.

Eligibility

  • Orchestral, Percussion and Jazz Instrumentalists
  • Current members must audition each year to secure a position in an ensemble
  • Applicants (both new and returning members) must submit an online audition registration.    

Registration

Information you’ll need to have handy for your registration:

  • Solo piece. For Solo pieces and levels see here.* If your solo piece is not listed on the solo list, please submit your Solo Level Request Form for the artistic team to designate a level, and the NJYS office will contact you shortly. Continue to scroll down to the bottom of the page for more information based on your instrument.             *Not applicable for Jazz Students; see requirements below.
  • The name of your school for the 2019-20 school year
  • Your 2019-20 school’s orchestra/band/music teacher, and email.
  • Your private teacher’s name and email address
  • Your primary email address for results
  • Your primary phone number 

Registration procedure

Registration opens   April 1, 2019
Registration closes   May 1, 2019

  • Visit NJYS.org between April 1-30.
  • Review the audition requirements and be sure to have your solo piece selected and identified the solo level before registering for your audition.
  • Visit NJYS.org and complete your online account, or sign in.
  • Registration fee is a non-refundable fee that covers the audition, and the enrollment fee, if admitted to the program:
    • $60 Individual- only one student musician in the Wharton Institute organization.
    • $90 Family- more than one student musician in the Wharton Institute organization.
  • Select the appropriate date of your audition based on your solo level and instrument. Students are required to audition on these selected dates.
  • Upon registration, you will receive an automatic receipt transaction email that will include a link to a SignUpGenius page to sign up for audition time slot.
  • NJYS Audition Schedule 2019 (.pdf)

Audition Guidelines and helpful tips.

  • Be sure to understand the audition requirements for your instrument and for your Solo Level. (Scale vs. Excerpts)
  • Memorization of your solo piece is not required but encouraged.
  • Scales must be played from memory.
  • Please provide the judges with one copy of your solo music.
  • Prepare your excerpts thoroughly by listening to recording(s) of the piece(s) from which the excerpts come in order for you to understand the larger context.
  • Practice sight-reading every day.
  • Perform mock auditions for your music teacher(s), your friends and family.
  • Winds and brass players, do not over practice the day before your audition.
  • Warm-up properly the day of your audition.
  • Remember that your audition begins the moment you enter the audition room, not just when you begin performing your audition repertoire. Dress appropriately to indicate your seriousness of purpose and to show respect for the judge, music, and process, speak confidently and respectfully, smile and make eye contact with the adjudicators.
  • Don’t worry about minor mistakes during the audition. The adjudicators are not expecting a perfect performance-they are mainly interested in your future potential.

For questions, email info@njys.org or call 908-771-5544.

Audition Results and Enrollment

End of June        Results will be emailed.
September 3-5   Rehearsals begin.
July 15, 2019       Enrollment Deadline for all ensembles and Chamber Music.

  • Review the acceptance contract, tuition costs, season schedule and student handbook on our website.
  • After July 15 spots will be offered to alternate musicians, and waitlist students
  • Students who have been offered alternate positions will be notified shortly after July 15 if/when positions are made available.
  • Audition results will be emailed by the end of June. Final decisions regarding placement in an ensemble are made by the Artistic Director in consultation with the Conductors after reviewing the findings of the audition judges. All decisions are final and re-auditions are not permitted. Acceptance into NJYS is based on musical ability as demonstrated at the audition, without regard to sex, race, religion, disability, or national origin.

Ensembles by Level and Grades

Please choose a solo piece that best demonstrates your ability and musicianship. Keep in mind that the level of your solo piece will determine for which ensemble(s) you will be considered based on your audition. The level indicated next to each ensemble represents the minimum level required to be considered for that particular ensemble. For example, if you are a rising 10th grade violinist and play a level 5 solo piece, you are eligible to be considered for Youth Orchestra, Philharmonia and Sinfonia. If your solo piece is not listed on the solo list, please submit your Solo Level Request Form for the artistic team to designate a level, and the NJYS office will contact you shortly.

STRINGS
MINIMUM Solo Level ENSEMBLE MAXIMUM SCHOOL GRADE in 2019-20
String 6 Youth Symphony 12th grade and under
String 5 Youth Orchestra 12th grade and under
String 4 Philharmonia 12th grade and under
String 3 Sinfonia 10th grade and under
String 2 Concertino Strings 7th grade and under
String 1 Primo Strings 5th grade and under
WOODWINDS & BRASS
MINIMUM Solo Level ENSEMBLE MAXIMUM SCHOOL GRADE in 2019-20
Wind 4 Youth Symphony 12th grade and under
Wind 3 Youth Orchestra 12th grade and under
Wind 2 Philharmonia 12th grade and under
Wind 1 Concertino Winds 9th grade and under
Wind 3 Clarinet Ensemble 12th grade and under
Wind 4 Fortissimo Flutes 10-12th grade
Wind 3 Flute Forum 9-12th grade
Wind 2 Flute Choir 6-9th grade
PERCUSSION
MINIMUM Solo Level ENSEMBLE MAXIMUM SCHOOL GRADE in 2019-20
Perc 3 Youth Symphony 12th grade and under
Perc 2 Youth Orchestra 12th grade and under
Perc 1 Philharmonia 12th grade and under
Perc 1 Percussion Ensemble 12th grade and under
JAZZ
All Instruments must prepare requirements below. 12th grade and under

Audition Requirements- NEW for our 2019-2020 Season!

Violin

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Violin Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1,2 Requirements (.pdf)

Level 3,4,5,6 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

 

Viola

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request formto be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Viola Solo List (.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1, 2 Requirements(.pdf)

Level 3,4,5,6 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Cello

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Cello Solo List (.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1,2 Requirements (.pdf)

Level 3,4,5,6 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Bass

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Bass Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1,2 Requirements (.pdf)

Level 3,4,5,6 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Flute

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Flute Solo List (.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Level 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Oboe

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Oboe Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Levels 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Clarinet

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Clarinet Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Level 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Bass Clarinet

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Bass Clarinet Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Level 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Bassoon

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Bassoon Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Levels 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Saxophone (Orchestral)

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Orchestral Alto Sax Solo List

Orchestral Tenor Trombone Solo List

Orchestral Bari Sax Solo List

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

WWBrass Requirements Level 1

WWBrass Requirements Levels 2,3,4

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Horn

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

French Horn Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Levels 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Trumpet

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Trumpet Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Levels 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Trombone

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Tenor Trombone Solo List (.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Levels 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Bass Trombone

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Bass Trombone Solo List (.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Level 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Tuba

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level. Click on the list below the find your solo and its designated five-digit number.  If you cannot find your solo, do not panic! Submit your solo level request form to be reviewed by the artistic team. The level of your solo piece will be designated and emailed to you shortly there after.

Tuba Solo List(.pdf)

Step 2. Once you have found your solo and have identified the level, review the audition requirements for your solo level.

Level 1 Requirements (.pdf)

Level 2,3,4 Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Piano & Harp (orchestral)

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level.

Harp level 5,6

Piano level 5,6

Step 2. Review the audition requirements:

Harp Solo List

Piano Solo List

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Percussion

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Let’s find your solo level.

Percussion Solo Levels

Step 2. Review the audition requirements:

Percussion Ensemble and Orchestra Requirements (.pdf)

Step 3. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

Jazz

Welcome, young musician! We are thrilled that you have decided to audition for NJYS. There are a few things you will need to review before having your parents register you for an audition.

Step 1. Review the jazz audition piece below, based on your instrument.

Jazz Audition Requirements(.pdf)

Jazz Solos

Jazz Saxophone Solo

Jazz Trumpet Solo

Jazz Trombone Solo

Jazz Guitar Solo

Jazz Piano Solo

Jazz Drum Solo

Jazz Bass Solo

Jazz Scales

Jazz Scale Sheet

Step 2. Register for your audition beginning April 1, and be sure to sign up for your audition time through the SignUpGenius Link in your receipt email.

Please contact us with any questions, via email info@njys.org, or 908-771-5544 regarding audition requirements.

ORCHESTRAL EXCERPTS

Orchestral Excerpts

Please prepare the following excerpts. Please print the excerpts out and have them with you for the audition, along with a copy of your solo piece.

For questions, please email info@njys.org or call 908-771-5544.

Excerpts to Prepare and Present
Strings
Solo Level 1 No Excerpts
Solo Level 2 No Excerpts
Solo Level 3 Excerpt #1 Only
Solo Level 4 Excerpts #1 & #2
Solo Level 5 Excerpts #2 & #3
Solo Level 6 Excerpts #3 & #4
Winds/Brass
Solo Level 1 No Excerpts
Solo Level 2 Excerpt #1 Only
Solo Level 3 Excerpts #1 & #2
Solo Level 4 Excerpts #2 & #3

Violin Excerpts

Viola Excerpts

Cello Excerpts

Bass Excerpts

Flute Excerpts

Oboe Excerpts

Clarinet Excerpts

Bassoon Excerpts

Bass Clarinet Excerpts

Horn Excerpts

Trumpet Excerpts

Trombone Excerpts

Bass Trombone Excerpts

Tuba Excerpts

Harp Excerpts

Piano Excerpts

Percussion

Snare Drum Excerpts

Xylophone Excerpt

Timpani Excerpts

Traps Excerpts