Chattanooga Youth Symphony

AUDITION APPLICATIONS FOR THE 25-26 SEASON
ARE OPEN!For more information and for audition materials
visit the CYS Audition Page
www.ChattYouthSymphony.org
An initial schedule for the upcoming season is available in the Resources Tab above.

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for the Chattanooga Youth Symphony.
As the region’s premier youth orchestra, the CYS is dedicated to developing the next generation of outstanding musicians and leaders. We provide a rigorous and inspiring orchestral experience for talented young performers who are eager to advance their musical skills, grow as leaders, and engage with a community of peers equally committed to high achievement.

Members of the Chattanooga Youth Symphony benefit from unique opportunities to work alongside professional musicians and the Music Director of the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera, gaining invaluable mentorship and insight into the world of professional performance. Our program offers enriching repertoire, high-caliber instruction, and a vibrant, supportive environment that fosters both artistic growth and lasting connections.

If you’re ready to take your musicianship to the next level and be part of something extraordinary, we invite you to audition and join the CYS family.

ELIGIBILITY AND EXPECTATIONS:

MEMBERSHIP:
New applicants as well as all current or past CYS members must audition every year. Members younger than 12 who wish to audition for CYS will be required to submit a recommendation letter via the application process. Applicants who are not chosen for CYS may be waitlisted.

TUITION:
Application Fee: $38
Tuition: $450 ($100 due upon acceptance, balance due by August 11)
Chamber Group: $250
Scholarship opportunities are available through application on the CYS website and will be awarded by July 25.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

CYS Auditions will include scales, a prepared solo, and excerpts. AUDITION MATERIALS.

AUDITION RESULTS:

Following auditions, accepted applicants will be notified by July 1, 2025 with the deposit due by July 12.