Auditions for the Fielding Orchestra will take place on Friday 14th October during the afternoon.  To be considered for a place in Orchestra you will need to satisfy the following criteria:

1. You must play an orchestral instrument.  Guitarists, pianists and recorder players are not eligible to join.  If in doubt, please ask or email Mr Mappin.
2. You should be at least Grade 1 standard.  If you are not sure, ask your instrumental teacher.
3. You will have to pass an audition (details below).
4. You will have to commit to attending as many rehearsals as you can and all concerts.  Rehearsals are on Wednesday mornings at 8am in the Sports Hall (starting after the October half-term holiday).  Details of the Christmas and Summer concerts are on the Laser calendar.

THE AUDITION:

There are 3 parts to the audition:

1. You should bring along a piece to play.  If you want piano accompaniment, please bring this along with you.  The piece should show off your playing skills to their best.
2. You will have to sight read a short piece of music.  The standard is about Grade 1.
3. You will have a short interview.  You might be asked questions like:  Why do you want to join Orchestra?  What is special to you about the instrument you play?

Not everyone passes the audition, but if you do your best and practise your piece in advance, you will have a better chance than if you just turn up and hope for the best.  If possible, we will let you know by the end of Friday if you have been successful.

How to apply for an audition:

Email Mr Mappin (click on this link) to say you are interested.  You must say which instrument you play, what Grade you are at (don't worry too much about this...it's the quality of your playing rather than having actually passed an exam) and what piece you plan to play at your audition.

PLEASE NOTE:

• If you are already a member of Fielding Orchestra, you do not need to re-audition.
• You do not need to have music lessons at Fielding to audition for the Fielding Orchestra.