Rossen Milanov, Music Director

Next Event:

Totally 80’s

January 17, 2025, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

THE ACADEMY AUDITIONS

Percussionists

The following is required for percussion experience
for the Columbus Symphony Academy auditions.

Select 2 scales from the following:
G Major, A Major, B-flat Major, E-flat Major, E-Major, A-flat Major

Edibility Requirements

Select the Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestra ensemble excerpts that match your instrument, grade (2024-25), and ability level. All excerpts listed for your instrument are required for your video. Excerpts can be found by clicking below:

XYLOPHONE

2 Years of Experience: Excerpt of Aaron Copland’s Hoe-Down from “Rodeo”
3-4 Years & 4+ Years Experience: Excerpt of Shostakovich’s “No. 3 Polka” from The Golden Age Ballet Suite

TIMPANI

2 Years Experience: Etude No. 12 Excerpt from Fundamental Method
3–4 Years & 4+ Years Experience: Exercise #49 from Modern Method for Tympani

Audition Timeline