Participating in PSG {PYSO} for five years was the highpoint of my middle and high school life. I will never forget how talented the ensembles were, and passionate as well.

Jayme, Viola, 1999-2004

Some of my best memories growing up are from PSG {PYSO}. I have such great memories of our retreats and of course the European Tour. I made lifelong friends in PSG {PYSO}!

Mavis, Cello, 1994-2000

My entire PSG/PYS{O} experience has been a blessing – I have met so many passionate and talented musicians and conductors. I am very blessed to have grown up and matured with such a great group of people.

Grace, Violin, 2004-2011

PYSO String Orchestra accepts talented upper elementary and junior high students who show through audition they are ready for more advanced rehearsal and performance orchestral skills. Members learn to play with sensitivity and ensemble balance. Individual preparation of music is required. Professional musicians are brought in periodically to coach sectionals.

The PYSO String Orchestra was selected to perform at the 1996 AMEA State Convention and has performed at the Phoenix Country Day School, the Phoenix Zoo, the Chandler Center for the Arts, the Festival of Trees at the Glendale Civic Center and in Washington D.C. The String Orchestra toured and performed in Chicago in March, 2007.

Grades

Upper elementary and junior high

Ensemble Fee

$480

Rehearsals

Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm
Central High School (4525 N. Central, Phoenix)

Conductor

Bethaney Cross

Ensemble Music Level of Difficulty: Performs literature mainly at levels 3-5.

Audition Components

Solo

Solo of your choice. Please perform a total of 3:00 minutes of music from the work.

Scales

Specific scale requirement will be email on May 15th and need to be uploaded by 9pm PST on May 16th.

Major Scales up to 3 flats and 3 sharps (2 or 3 octaves).

Sight-Reading

Upon being selected to move forward, a sight-reading excerpt will be provided. This will require a second video audition.