Senior Orchestra.
Age: up to 21
Playing standard: Grade 8 and above
Through a carefully planned programme of sectional and full rehearsals, NYSO’s Senior residencies set out to help young players develop the special ensemble skills and techniques necessary to play successfully as a member of a chamber orchestra section. The aim is for each section to play “as one”.
Major works in the string orchestra repertoire, from the baroque era through to the present day, are selected for the various challenges they present; both technical and musical. Students work with Artistic Director Damian Iorio as well as a team of professional string players whose careers have been spent performing these works all over the world.
Residency dates 2025:
Spring: 13 – 17 April 2025 – Stamford School, Oswald Elliott Hall, East Street, Stamford, PE9 1QF
Summer: 25 July – 2 August 2025 – Stamford School, Oswald Elliott Hall, East Street, Stamford, PE9 1QF
Applications for 2025 are OPEN!
The deadline for applying for NYSO 2025 is 31 October 2024.
Find out more about NYSO’s Artistic Director and Senior Orchestra Music Director Damian Iorio and the team.
Fees.
Fees for 2025: £2184 (includes £250 non-refundable place acceptance deposit).
In response to concern for exam preparation time, NYSO have reduced the number of Spring residency days to 5 instead of 6. In addition during the Spring residency NYSO will be scheduling time for personal study for all those that require it.
Audition Information & Requirements.
See the Auditions page for full details (under ‘Apply now’ in main menu).
Bursaries.
NYSO’s bursary scheme exists for students from families who would find it difficult to meet the costs involved in attending NYSO residencies.
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