Auditions
Friday, August 30, 2019, 4–8pm
Saturday, August 31, 2019, 9am–6pm
Artis—Naples, Daniels Pavilion
Audition Registration
Auditions must be scheduled in advance. The fee for the audition is $15 for those who are not currently a member of other youth ensemble groups at Artis—Naples. The NPYO accepts students between the ages of 12 and 19. Students who have graduated high school are encouraged to audition, however we give priority to current high school students. Auditions for the 2019-20 season are now open. For additional information, please email YouthOrchestra@artisnaples.org.
Audition Excerpts
- Flute / Piccolo
- Oboe / English Horn
- Clarinet
- Bassoon
- Horn
- Trumpet
- Tenor and Alto Trombone
- Bass Trombone
- Tuba
- Percussion / Timpani
- Harp
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Bass
Solo Repertoire
- A movement of a concerto, sonata, or solo piece of choice. Please be prepared to play a total of at least five minutes.
Orchestral Excerpts
- Be prepared to play the orchestral excerpts for your instrument available for download from the links provided above.
- Bring your copy of the excerpt to the audition.
Sight Reading
- You may be asked to sight read a short passage.
The Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (NPYO) will celebrate its 19th season in 2019-20. This intensive program provides opportunities for accomplished middle school and high school student musicians to perform a wide-range of symphonic works under the baton of Radu Paponiu, assistant conductor of the Naples Philharmonic. The NPYO performs side-by-side with the Naples Philharmonic at the annual Summer Spectacular concert.
Auditions are held in the fall and spring. Once selected, student musicians rehearse on Sundays afternoons, September through May.
Chamber Music Program
Select members of the NPYO are further challenged to develop their musical abilities through the newly introduced NPYO chamber music program. All NPYO chamber groups are coached weekly by Naples Philharmonic musicians, and performances take place in Daniels Pavilion. Chamber music placement is dependent on student interest and ensemble availability.
Radu Paponiu
Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Director
2018-19 Youth Orchestra Schedule
Concerts
Combining the talents of Naples’ most gifted middle and high school-aged musicians, the Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra delights audiences in these popular annual concerts.
The 2019-20 season will be announced this summer.
Previous 2018-19 Concerts:
Chamber Music Concert
November 1, 2018 • 7pm
Fall Concert
November 11, 2018 • 7pm
Winter Concert
February 11, 2019 • 7pm
Chamber Music Concert
February 16, 2019 • 5pm
Chamber Music Concert
April 25, 2019 • 7pm
Spring Concert
May 5, 2019 • 7pm
Summer Spectacular
May 26, 2019 • 7pm