Audition for the 2024–25 Season!

Why join MYS?

  • A tradition of excellence since 1972!

  • Learn from a highly skilled and experienced artistic staff with over 100 years of combined experience.

  • Perform with other outstanding musicians from around the Twin Cities and beyond.

  • Auditions consist of four components: a solo piece, excerpts, scales, and sight-reading.

Upcoming Events

New Student Auditions

August auditions are offered for students new to MYS to be placed for the upcoming season. This is an opportunity for interested string, wind, brass, and percussion students to participate in one of the nation's premier youth orchestra programs in the upcoming season.

If you are not available on the audition dates, please indicate that when registering and an alternate audition date will be arranged. Note: for a limited time, audition fees are waived for students who audition on viola, oboe, bassoon, horn, trombone, tuba, or string bass.

Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center
130 S Macalester St.
St Paul, MN 55105

August 2

Help us continue making amazing music…

Like most youth orchestra programs, tuition and ticket sales only cover 50% of our total costs. We rely on financial contributions to support our work with students.

Your gift is 100% tax deductible, and creates opportunities for the next generation of young musicians. Donate today!

Testimonials

  • “MYS is such a wonderful music community offering positive energy and encouraging musicianship."

    Symphony Orchestra parent

  • “MYS is an amazing organization that sets high expectations for young musicians in an environment that helps them grow and achieve.”

    Repertory Orchestra parent

  • “MYS is is a great organization that fosters artistic and interpersonal development. The staff and leadership are very dedicated to the students and their development. I love working with them.”

    String Orchestra parent