Audition to Join the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra Program!

Whether you play a string, woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument, this is your chance to join the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra Program for our 2026–27 season! Photo of Youth Concert Orchestra from November’s All YOP Ensembles Showcase by Demetrius Holloway.

Spread the word—audition registration to join our Youth Orchestra Program will go live on Wednesday, March 4! Whether you’re new to the program or a current student hoping to move up to a new ensemble, this is your chance to be a part of our 2026–27 season!

Students will have the option to audition in person or virtually, with in-person auditions taking place on Saturday, June 6 and virtual audition submissions being due on Sunday, May 31. Please note that our summer audition period is the only chance for current YOP students to move up in ensemble.

For more information, click here.

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