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Orchestras
Auditions for UW orchestras are held in late August, and again in December and January for available spaces in orchestra. You do not need to be a music major to participate. The success of the Orchestra Program is demonstrated by the number of previous students and conductors who are now working with professional orchestras.
The Chamber Orchestra specializes in the performance of baroque and classical repertoire, as well as contemporary works composed expressly for a small ensemble of winds, brass, strings, and percussion.
2007-08 Schedule
The University Symphony maintains a busy schedule of orchestra concerts and performances with the Opera and the Choral Union.
2007-08 Schedule
The All-University String Orchestras are open to all students in the University and require no audition. These orchestras provide an opportunity for non-music majors to maintain and improve their musical skills. They meet once a week to rehearse music of a wide range of levels and styles.
Orchestra Office:
Cheryl Olson
Email: ctolson@wisc.edu
Please call: (608) 263-1891 for questions and assistance.

4511 Mosse Humanities Bldg
455 N Park Street
Madison, WI 53706
The 10-minute audition includes performing required excerpts, a solo work that demonstrates your technical and artistic maturity (approx. 2-3 minute passage of your choice), and sight-reading.

Fall 2008 Audition Schedule (PDF)

Fall 2008 Wind and Percussion Excerpt PDFs

String players: to schedule an audition, please call (608) 263-1891. For other instruments: please call (608) 263-1896.

Be sure to ask for the required excerpts for your instrument.
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