Join the MYSP
Audition Process
2024-2025 Audition Information
Dates: Saturday, May 18 & Sunday, May 19, 2024
Complete the online Audition Form provided here.
Upon completion of the Audition Form, please submit the $25 nonrefundable Audition Fee here
Downloadable requirements and music can be found here.
If you have any questions, please email executivedirector@myspmusic.org.
Financial Commitment
2023-2024 Season Tuition Fees
Youth Symphony: $550 (Fall $275, Spring $275)
Chamber Orchestra: $500 (Fall $250, Spring $250)
String Orchestra: $500 (Fall $250, Spring $250)
Intermezzo Orchestra: $400 (Fall $200, Spring $200)
Prelude Strings: $400 (Fall $200, Spring $200)
Concert Band: $400 (Fall $200, Spring $200)
Spring Wind Ensemble: $300
All fees are nonrefundable. The MYSP is happy to offer financial assistance to families that demonstrate need. Details will be made available after acceptance into the program. No accepted student will be turned away due to inability to pay. *All fees are subject to change each year*
Don’t take our word for it. Listen to Staff and Students explain why they love belonging to the MYSP.
Who is eligible to audition?
String instrument candidates through the 12th grade; Wind Ensemble candidates must be at least in the 8th grade, Concert Band in the 7th grade by Fall 2023. All new and returning students are required to audition for the 23-24 season.
Which group is the right level for me?
Age and grade level varies in MYSP ensembles. The number of years you’ve played, daily practice, and private lessons make a big difference in experience levels. Players should seek advice from their private teachers and school music teachers regarding their current skill levels and audition requirements. You can can also look at the audition requirements and determine what group seems like the appropriate level for you. Please indicate on your audition registration form which ensembles(s) you would like to perform.
Talent Scholarships for Black and Latinx Musicians
The MYSP is committed to recruiting talented and motivated young musicians in the Mid-South to be a part of our new scholarship program for Black and Latinx musicians.
We currently have scholarship openings for all ensembles.
The following assistance is available to students:
Transportation stipend- Up to $150
Instrument access/rental assistance
Subsidized Tuition (up to 100% of tuition cost)
*This scholarship opportunity is made possible thanks to funding from an ArtsMemphis Enhancement Grant.