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The WWSYO Concerto Competition is a chance for our region's up-and-coming musicians to prepare and perform an audition for a panel of professional adjudicators. It takes place in Walla Walla, with two divisions: Intermediate (up to grade 8) and Senior (grades 9-12). One winner from each division will be invited to perform with WWSYO at our Spring Concert.

A few key points:

• Open to residents of Walla Walla and Columbia Counties (WA) and Umatilla County (OR). WWSYO membership is not required, so feel free to share this with friends!

• Any instrument or voice is welcome, and you aren't limited to the instrument you play in WWSYO. You may even audition on more than one.

• Instrumentalists prepare a movement of a concerto or similar piece; singers prepare an aria or similar selection. Your performance must fit within the 12-minute limit.

• We recommend pieces written in 1850 or earlier, as orchestral parts are easier to find. Your piece must be approved by Music Director Bruce Walker, and we'll ask for a source for the orchestral parts when you register.

• You may use sheet music at the audition, but please bring three copies for the adjudicators. Winners should plan to perform from memory at the Spring Concert.

• You may audition with or without an accompanist.

Not sure if your piece will be approved? Email bruce@wwsymphony.org or emily@wwsymphony.org before registering. More details to follow soon!