For Young Musicians
Jane Rooks Ross & Barry Ross Youth Soloist Competition
2023/24 Youth Soloist Competition Information
The 2023/24 Youth Soloist Competition Auditions will take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Application and application fee ($20) are due by Friday, November 3, 2023.
The selected soloist will perform on the Kalamazoo Symphony's Family Discovery concert on March 5, 2023 at 7 p.m. in Miller Auditorium.
Students must be in grades 12 or under and reside in one of the following Michigan counties: Allegan, Barry, Branch, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, and Van Buren.
Music Requirements: The audition music should be a movement of a concerto or composition for a solo instrument and orchestra not exceeding 10 minutes. Memorization is not required for audition. Please bring three copies of the music for the adjudicators. Advanced vocal students need to discuss repertoire with KSO Education Team prior to registering for an audition time. Works selected for performance may require cuts, to be determined in consultation with the student’s teacher and KSO Conductor. Students will need to provide an accompanist for the audition. While it is best to arrange this through your teacher, if you cannot find an accompanist, you may contact the KSO Education Team for a list of local accompanists.
Additional Questions? Please contact the Education Team:
education@kalamazoosymphony.com
(269) 349-7759
2023/24 Application & Informational Sheets
Student Performers Showcase
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