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 OPYO Registration

Please note: OPYO requires its students to participate in their school orchestra or band when such programs exist. The name, email and phone number of the musician’s school music director is required to be listed on the application.
All students must register each season, whether new or returning members.

    OPYO REGISTRATION FOR 2019-20 SEASON

    This will be our primary contact for information and news regarding OPYO.
    Complimentary t-shirt included with tuition

    Required if applicable. We would like to know who is responsible for nurturing local talent and to keep in touch with our members' educators.
    Students must be enrolled in their school band or orchestra program, if available, to be a member of OPYO. Example: If the student plays a string instrument and there is no string program in their school, no problem. Just check the "no orchestra program" checkbox and continue. Please contact us if you have questions.
    Required if applicable. We would like to know who is responsible for nurturing local talent and to keep in touch with our members' educators.
    Required if applicable.
    Required if applicable.
    Returning students do not need to audition unless they would like to move up to a more advanced ensemble.
    If you do not know which ensemble you are in, you can attend an upcoming audition or send us a video recorded audition to youthorchestras@gmail.com. See below for audition instructions (or at our website under "Join OPYO").

    By checking this box you state: I am the parent and/or legal guardian of the above named minor. I understand and consent that photos and videos that contain the likeness of this student, without personally identifying him/her, may appear in concert programs, newsletters, the OPYO web site, DVDs, social media or educational or promotional materials. I also understand that it is the policy of OPYO to obtain a separate release for any imagery in which the student is identified by name. I have read and understand this, the policies in the OPYO Member Handbook, and certify that the information I have provided on this form is correct and complete.

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Audition FAQ:

Audition Requirements:
 
Musicians auditioning for ANDANTE:
  • One-octave major or minor scale of your choice.  
  • A solo excerpt that demonstrates your best playing (3 minutes or less) or orchestra music you are currently playing in your school ensemble (3 minutes or less).
Musicians auditioning for PRESTO:
  • Two-octave scale of your choice
  • A solo excerpt that demonstrates your best playing (3 minutes or less) or orchestra music you are currently playing in your school ensemble (3 minutes or less).
Musicians auditioning for YOUTH SYMPHONY OF THE OZARKS:
  • Strings: A three-Octave scale of your choice.
  • Strings: A solo excerpt that demonstrates your best playing. (3 minutes or less)
  • For woodwind, brass, and percussion: A solo excerpt that demonstrates your best playing. (3 minutes or less)
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Who needs to audition?
  • ALL musicians NEW to OPYO.
  • ALL members who DID NOT participate the last season.
  • Returning OPYO members who wish to move up to a more advanced ensemble. (Andante to Presto or Presto to YSO.)
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​I can't make the live audition times. Can I audition after the posted dates and times?
Yes, however live auditions are preferred. Late auditions are contingent on ensemble space and conductor approval. Please complete the registration above and email a video of the audition requirements for your targeted ensemble to: youthorchestras@gmail.com. Audition videos must be continuous, unedited, and include all scales and excerpts. After review, an OPYO conductor will contact you with results and further information.


The Ozarks Philharmonic Youth Orchestras


​Dr. Robert Mueller, Music Director & YSO Conductor
Jerry Lane, Presto Conductor
​Greta Lane, Andante Conductor
anne mclaughlin, OPYO Manager​

All photography on this site by chari cross
  • Survey
  • About Us
    • OPYO Ensembles
    • OPYO Alumni >
      • In Memoriam
  • Join OPYO
    • How to Join
    • Audition Instructions
    • OPYO Registration
    • Tuition & Scholarships
    • Tuition Payment Options
  • Season Calendar
    • 2020 Recital/Concerto Competition
  • Members
    • Important Documents
    • Parent Volunteering
    • Concert Dress Policy
    • OPYO Parents' Guild >
      • Summer Music Camps
  • Support OPYO
    • Our Sponsors
    • Sponsorships & Advertising
    • Sponsorship Form
  • Contact Us