Westchester County or NY orchestra's

[NicholasF]

Hey guys, long time no post.

I have recently been looking for an orchestra where I can show off all of my classical knowledge. The thing is, the school orchestra isnt cutting it, and I cant find too much on google.

Im looking for an orchestra in Westchester County NY or anything within driving distance.

I honestly dont care about the music, to me its more about playing, experience, and the enjoyment of playing with an orchestra.

I am only 17 so I know its tough, but Im sure I can make it happen with enough sweat, tears, and rosin.

Thanks!

-Nick

[NicholasF]

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[Phil Rowan]

http://newyork.craigslist.org/wch/muc/3287489133.html

[NicholasF]

Originally Posted by Phil Rowan

http://newyork.craigslist.org/wch/muc/3287489133.html

Ive seen this one before. Sadly, from listening, it doesnt sound or look like the serious business im looking for. However this is great for someone who hasnt played in a long time or who has never played in an orchestra before, i guess im just young and hard headed thanks again though, anyone else see anything?

[sibass89]

Are you still in high school? If so:

http://www.isorch.org/blog/join/auditions/
http://www.nyyouthsymphony.org/auditions
http://www.myo.org/Auditions/tabid/113/Default.aspx

I believe that most of this audition dates have passed, but you can always see if they need an extra bassist.

Otherwise, you're getting into the professional level and you're going to be hard pressed to find any groups that are not community orchestras that will give you a place.

[rosskratter]

Originally Posted by sibass89

Are you still in high school? If so:

http://www.isorch.org/blog/join/auditions/
http://www.nyyouthsymphony.org/auditions
http://www.myo.org/Auditions/tabid/113/Default.aspx

I believe that most of this audition dates have passed, but you can always see if they need an extra bassist.

Otherwise, you're getting into the professional level and you're going to be hard pressed to find any groups that are not community orchestras that will give you a place.

+1 to the ISO (first link). It's an amazing program with an awesome conductor, Jeff Grogan. I was in the ISO for a couple of years.

[sibass89]

Originally Posted by rosskratter

+1 to the ISO (first link). It's an amazing program with an awesome conductor, Jeff Grogan. I was in the ISO for a couple of years.

Completely agree. I did it for a year when Mr. Strasser was still conducting, and it is a great program for free, and usually in need of bassists.

[NicholasF]

Originally Posted by sibass89

Completely agree. I did it for a year when Mr. Strasser was still conducting, and it is a great program for free, and usually in need of bassists.

I am going to try to audition in January, luckily they hold auditions then which is rare. Time to break out ye olde eccles no.2

From the research it seams like an awesome program for any instrument! Im very excited!