Auditions

Are you ready to take your musicianship to the next level? The NBYO is looking for talented young musicians to join us for our 2025-2026 season! Audition in person at a location near you or submit a video audition online. This is your chance to be part of an orchestra that inspires, challenges, and performs at a high level across New Brunswick.

We are excited to offer both in-person and video audition options. Choose the format that works best for you!

In-Person Auditions:
Sunday April 13 – Université de Moncton
Thursday April 17 – Mount Allison University
Sunday May 18 – Fredericton
Saturday May 24 – Saint John
Sunday May 25 – Moncton

Video Auditions:
We will accept video auditions from March 1 until June 1 (2025).

To audition, complete these steps before the dates mentioned above:

1. Fill out the Audition Application Form: https://forms.gle/YzvPtyrCAiDQrwrm9

2. Submit your audition fee:

   • $20.00 for in-person auditions or video auditions for those who do not have an in-person audition option nearby.

   • $40.00 for video auditions if an in-person audition is available in your region (to encourage in-person participation).

   • Payments can be made via e-transfer to accounting@nbyo-ojnb.com or by bringing cash to your in-person audition. (Please confirm once the payment has been completed to Allain Arseneau at a.arseneau@nbyo-ojnb.com)

3. Prepare your audition repertoire (see guidelines below).

For video auditions, submit your performance as an unlisted YouTube link to Allain Arseneau (a.arseneau@nbyo-ojnb.com) and Tony Delgado (tonydelgado@nbyo-ojnb.com). Video auditions must be recorded in a single, uninterrupted take..

Audition excerpts and requirements for all instruments are available here:

Requirements: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IY3PSFeR7I2Q9_77LuWneBr4zlPTGnvzeVQgEyrQobo/edit?tab=t.0
Excerpts: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NsnZnDYUHKpXRmTHqN0DgbF5DwXLRvlD?usp=drive_link

Each musician will be asked to perform:

• Two contrasting movements of a solo piece (or one piece with contrasting sections)

• A scale requirement specific to your instrument

• Orchestral excerpts (provided in the link above)

• Your audition will be evaluated by a panel of professional musicians.

• The audition will be recorded for panel review and discussion.

• The Music Director will make final decisions regarding placements.

• The audition will last approximately 10 minutes.

• Musicians of all orchestral instruments.

• Typically, NBYO members range in age from 11 to their early 20s.

• You should reside in New Brunswick during the season (exceptions may be made for key positions).

• Maturity and readiness for weekend rehearsals are important considerations.

For any questions about the audition process, please contact:

• Orchestra Manager - Allain Arseneau (a.arseneau@nbyo-ojnb.com)

We can’t wait to hear you play!