2025 - 2026 SEASON
JOIN KITSAP PHILHARMONIC
AUDITION INFORMATION
Kitsap Philharmonic ensures that students are placed in an ensemble appropriate for their age and ability. Auditions are an opportunity for artistic staff to get to know the musicians. All students must audition once per season.
Debut Orchestra: This orchestra consists of the youngest string musicians in their first and second year of playing.
Intermediate Ensemble: This symphony consists of string, wind, and percussion musicians capable of reading grade 2 and 3 literature. String students at this level have the ability to read music in first position, and beginning knowledge of second and third position, especially for first violins. They also have an understanding of basic rhythms. Generally this ensemble consists of advanced middle school and young high school students.
Advanced Ensemble: This symphony consists of the most advanced musicians with multiple years of experience on their instrument, generally high school and post-secondary students. String students at this level have secure knowledge of third and fifth positions, and at least introductory knowledge of second, fourth, and some higher positions. They also demonstrate rhythmic accuracy and accurate intonation.
Registration is now open for the 2025 - 2026 season!
Fall auditions will be held Sunday, September 7, 2025 at Central Kitsap High School.
Please review the musician handbook prior to registering.
Fill out the registration form below to receive an audition time.
For questions, contact info@k-phil.org.
FALL AUDITIONS
Who: Students age 8 - 21 with minimum one year experience
What: 2025 - 2026 Fall Auditions
When: Sunday, September 7 between 3:00 to 8:00 pm
Audition time slots are approximately 10 minutes.
Where: Central Kitsap High School (Instrumental Music wing)
Audition Fee: $40
The audition fee is non-refundable and covers our cost of renting the audition space and giving each musician a Kitsap Philharmonic t-shirt.
PREPARING FOR AUDITIONS
Students should be prepared to play the following. They may or may not not be asked to play all of the audition requirements.
Debut Orchestra: entry-level students:
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A solo piece that demonstrates your playing ability
Intermediate Ensemble: beginning and intermediate students
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One two octave G major scale, demonstrating accurate intonation and resonant tone
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A solo piece not longer than 1 minute that best shows your technique and musicality
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You will also be asked to sight read.
Advanced Ensemble: advanced-intermediate and advanced students
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One major and one melodic minor scale of your choice (3 octaves are preferred but not required)
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For violins only, one excerpt: The Moldau (Vltava) from measure 80 to 117. Click here for the PDF.
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A short solo piece that demonstrates your technique and musicality
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You will also be asked to sight read.
