Bainbridge Island Youth Orchestra
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    • Mission and History
    • Conductors
    • Noteworthy News
  • Orchestras
    • Debut Orchestra
    • Symphonic Orchestra
    • Chamber Orchestra
  • Events
    • Concerts >
      • Upcoming Events
      • 2022 Spring Concert
      • 2022 Winter Concert
      • 2021 Fall Concert
      • 2021 Winter Concert Recording
      • 2020 Fall Concert Recording
    • Strings Festival
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Auditions

The Bainbridge Island Youth Orchestra holds annual auditions for the upcoming season at the end of summer, to place students in the Symphonic and Chamber Orchestras.  Placement in the Debut Orchestra is by teacher recommendation and does not require an audition; for more information please contact Justine Jeanotte at [email protected].  For mid-season auditions please submit a video-recording of your audition to Nathan Rødahl at [email protected]
  • Prepare all excerpts from Set 1 to perform at your audition. Play each line to the best of your ability.
  • String Players: If you would like to be considered for Chamber Orchestra, please also prepare “Set B” (1 major, 1 minor scale as written, 2 orchestral excerpts).  Note: fingerings/bowings are suggestions only and not required. 
  • Wind/Brass/Percussion Players: If you are able, please continue to “Set B” to determine part assignments.
  • Sight-reading Excerpts will be provided at the audition. 
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Strings Audition Excerpts

Set 1 - Violin
File Size: 66 kb
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Set B - Violin
File Size: 724 kb
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Set 1 - Viola
File Size: 65 kb
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Set B - Viola
File Size: 92 kb
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Set 1 - Cello
File Size: 65 kb
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Set B - Cello
File Size: 478 kb
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Set 1 - Double Bass
File Size: 66 kb
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Set B - Double Bass
File Size: 187 kb
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Winds/Brass/Percussion Audition Excerpts

Set 1 - Flute
File Size: 50 kb
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Set B - Flute
File Size: 66 kb
File Type: pdf
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Set 1 - B-flat Clarinet
File Size: 49 kb
File Type: pdf
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Set B - B-flat Clarinet
File Size: 65 kb
File Type: pdf
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Set 1 - Trumpet
File Size: 50 kb
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Set B - Trumpet
File Size: 54 kb
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Set 1 - French Horn
File Size: 49 kb
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Set B - French Horn
File Size: 86 kb
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Set 1 - Trombone
File Size: 49 kb
File Type: pdf
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Set B - Trombone
File Size: 65 kb
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Set 1 - Tuba
File Size: 50 kb
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Set B - Tuba
File Size: 50 kb
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Set 1 - Percussion
File Size: 94 kb
File Type: pdf
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Set B - Percussion
File Size: 80 kb
File Type: pdf
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To request additional instrument parts not listed above, please email [email protected]

Ensembles and Placement

Debut Orchestra: This orchestra is intended to provide the tools and experience for musicians to learn to play in an ensemble, and expand their knowledge of their instrument. This orchestra is open to all musicians who are interested. Students selected for Symphonic Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra are encouraged to volunteer in Debut Orchestra as they are able.

Symphonic Orchestra: This orchestra provides the profound opportunity to experience full orchestra music, develop rehearsal skills, and craft a practice routine for each musician to grow in technical and theoretical ability.

Chamber Orchestra: This orchestra is intended to take students who have proven their mastery of their instrument and their dedication to practice and rehearsal technique, and provide them with opportunities to play in an intimate ensemble where each member is held accountable for playing each note with accuracy and informed by a creative process. This ensemble will focus on creative musicianship, and will require each member to diligently prepare their parts prior to the rehearsal.


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BIYO is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your gift is tax ​deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
The Bainbridge Island Youth Orchestra, founded in 2001, is a training program for young musicians seeking an orchestral ensemble experience.  It has evolved into a three-tier orchestra program providing music education for all levels, from the emerging reader to the advanced musician.  BIYO's goal is to train the student musician in the craft of orchestra playing while instilling a deep love for music and fostering development of a well-rounded individual.

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Contact Us

  • About
    • Mission and History
    • Conductors
    • Noteworthy News
  • Orchestras
    • Debut Orchestra
    • Symphonic Orchestra
    • Chamber Orchestra
  • Events
    • Concerts >
      • Upcoming Events
      • 2022 Spring Concert
      • 2022 Winter Concert
      • 2021 Fall Concert
      • 2021 Winter Concert Recording
      • 2020 Fall Concert Recording
    • Strings Festival
  • Join
    • Auditions
    • Registration
    • Tuition
  • Member Information
    • Calendar
    • Rehearsal & Attendance
    • Code of Conduct
    • Parent Volunteers
    • High School Credit
    • Instruments for Sale
  • Support
  • Community
    • Schools Outreach Concerts
    • Partnering with KIC
  • Contact