Whether students are applying to one auditioned ensemble or to many, they can audition for multiple ensembles with a single application and audition video!
This year's Unified Auditions include the following ensembles:
• The Greater New Haven Concert Orchestra, Marvin Warshaw, conductor
Saturdays 1:30-3pm
• The Greater New Haven Youth Orchestra, Netta Hadari, conductor
Saturdays 3:30-5:30pm
• Premier String Ensemble, Jody Rowitsch, coach
Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm
• Premier Wind Ensemble, Elaine Thoma, coach
Tuesdays, 5-6:00 pm
• Premier Jazz Ensemble, Jeff Fuller, coach
Tuesdays, 5:30-7:00 pm
• Orchestra Off the Hook, Tina Hadari, conductor
Saturdays 3:30-5pm
• Chamber 360˚ ensembles, various coaches
Various days and times
• Blues Ensemble, led by Jesse Hameen
Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm
• Rhythm Kings, led by Art Hovey
Saturdays 11:00am-12:00pm
Auditions are open now through Tuesday, September 5 via Flip.
Here's how to apply:
** If you are directed to an entry page with a large white rectangle, go to the bottom of the white rectangle and click on “enter your guest password”
The password is NMSEnsembles
You may record directly on Flip, or upload a pre-recorded video. Flip supports .MOV, .MP4, .WEBM
For the video audition, please dress appropriately and follow the guidelines listed below. There is a 5 minute limit, so if necessary, plan to play an excerpt. You do not need to use up the entire 5 minutes! Some coaches may need to hold callbacks toward the end of the summer. We will keep you posted with details for any callbacks!
If you have any questions, please contact Mary Bloom at mbloom@nmsnewhaven.org.