Auditions begin this week

It is certainly that time of year again. Auditions will begin this week for BYSO's 46th season. We have had more students sign up this year than ever before and expect this season to be BIG. We know that for some this will be your first audition, so we wanted to offer up a few tips we found in "Strings" Magazine's archives.

Treat yourself well:

• Eat good foods and plan something fun for the rest of your day.
• Give yourself plenty of time on audition day.
• Stretch or exercize before your audition.

Play as much as possible:

• Balance auditions with concerts and playing just for fun.

Perform mock auditions:

• Its always a good idea to practice auditioning in front of family and friends.
• Practicing in a big space is helpful so you can get used to how you sound in a big room.

Listen to Music

• This is more of a general musicians rule, and pertains to music study as a whole, not just auditions. Frequently listening to music will sharpen your ears and always acts as inspiration.

Above all remember that music is mean to be fun! We love music for the joy it brings to us and others, and we're sure you all agree.

Do you have any tips on how to ace an audition? If so please add them in the comments section below.

Good Luck!