The Waco Symphony Youth Orchestra, now celebrating its 21st concert season, is comprised of around 50 students from all over Central Texas. Membership is by audition. Rehearsals are held on Sunday afternoons, mostly at Baylor University with a few at McLennan Community College.
In addition, the orchestra holds a Concerto Competition each spring for the following year. The winner receives a full WSYO tuition award for the following year, as well as a solo performance in the next Spring Concert.
Sponsor:
Waco Symphony Council
Music Director:
Dr. Michael Alexander, Associate Professor of String Music Education,
Baylor University
Woodwind/Brass/Percussion Coordinator:
Ms. Dawn Melton, Director of Bands at Midway Middle School
String Coordinator:
Dr. Beau Benson, Director of Orchestras at Midway High School
Sunday, August 28, 2011, 1:30 - 5 p.m. (by appointment only)
McCrary Music Building, Baylor University
Auditions will be by appointment only
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Play a prepared piece, and prepare to play scales in the keys of A, D, G, C, F, Bb and Eb major.