Auditions
We are currently accepting applications for mid-season auditions for all levels, all ensembles. We are particularly seeking violas, basses, french horns, trombones, and tubas at all levels, as well as bassoons at Level 1 (Debut Youth Orche and oboes at Level 2. To schedule an audition please contact Youth Ensembles Manager Matt Payne: (707) 546-7097 x 216 Matt Payne
Additionally, opportunities exist for string players interested in switching to viola or bass, as well as wind players interested in switching to bassoon. Instruments may be provided. Please contact Youth Ensembles Manager Matt Payne: (707) 546-7097 x 216 Matt Payne
For questions about auditions (including SRSYO concertmaster auditions), Debut Youth Orchestra (Level 1), Aspirante Youth Orchestra (Level 2) or the Young People's Chamber Orchestra, please contact Youth Ensembles Manager Matt Payne: (707) 546-7097 x 216 Matt Payne
For questions about the Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Orchestra (Level 3) or the SRSYO Concertmaster position, please contact SRSYO Manager Jane Shelly (707) 546-7097 x 225 Jane Shelly
To sign up for the 2020 Fall Auditions for all ensembles (NOT for mid-season auditions), click here: AUDITION INFO
Tuition
As with the great majority of youth orchestras across the country, the Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Ensembles (SRSYE) depend upon grants, community support, and tuition fees. SRSYE tuition rates are lower than the national average, and are significantly lower than comparable Northern California Youth Orchestras.
Tuition includes a nonrefundable $50 administrative fee. The following are annual tuition rates:
| Ensemble |
Annual Tuition |
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| String Orchestra Workshop Session I (12 weeks) |
$175 |
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| String Orchestra Workshop Session II (16 weeks) |
$300 |
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| Debut Youth Orchestra |
$475 |
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| Aspirante Youth Orchestra |
$525 |
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| Youth Orchestra |
$650 |
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| Young People's Chamber Orchestra |
$375 |
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All tuition is due at or before the first rehearsal. You may pay by phone with credit card or by mail with a check. You may also pay in person during regular business hours at our downtown Santa Rosa administrative offices with credit card, check or cash. Only checks are accepted at rehearsal sites.
If you choose to discontinue participation and notify the Education Department by the second rehearsal, you may receive a refund of the tuition less the $50 administrative fee. There will be no tuition refunds after the second rehearsal.
A 10% discount is available for families with multiple current SRSYE members.
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Financial Aid
A limited number of financial aid awards are available each season to help members cover tuition fees. Student eligibility is based upon family income and expenses, using criteria created by the State of California Department of Education. You may obtain a financial aid application by requesting one from the SRS Education Department or by printing the forms HERE (in Spanish HERE). Please note that financial aid recipients are not eligible for other tuition discounts.
Deadlines for financial aid vary and are listed on the application. Applications received prior to the deadline are given preference over those received following the deadline.
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