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.

Audition dates for 2026 will be announced in the spring. Look out for upates here and on our Facebook page.

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!