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Hello Musicians,

We appreciate your interest in the San Luis Obispo Symphony Orchestra auditions! Since its founding in 1961, the SLO Symphony has been an artistic, economic, educational, and community-minded entity in the Central Coast of California. The orchestra’s season includes an annual performance of “Pops” at Avila Beach, a bi-annual New Year’s Eve Pops concert, and occasional chamber opportunities in more intimate venues. In addition, we perform five Classics in the Performing Arts Center at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. 

Please check back soon for openings and audition dates. 

We do not have openings for other instruments at this time.
To apply for a posted audition, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page.

The next auditions will take place in 2025.

Audition FAQs and APPLICATION PROCESS

What materials do I need to submit to apply for an audition?

Please send a one-page resume (including email, address, and phone number) to [email protected] . To secure an audition time, you will need to complete and submit an online application and one-page resume and a non-refundable audition deposit of $25.00. Please use this direct link: https://slos.secure.force.com/ticket/#/instances/a0F5G00000OSUieUAH

 

An application is only considered complete upon the arrival of all application components:

  • Deposit (pay via link or button above)
  • Form (at the bottom of this page)
  • Resume (email to [email protected])

Please note that audition materials must be filled out completely, and received by the application deadline, with the deposit, to secure an audition time.

What information needs to be on my resume?

Please limit your resume to one page. 

The following information must appear clearly on your one-page resume:

  • Name
  • Instrument
  • Email Address
  • Telephone Number (cell preferred)
  • Current Mailing Address

Please email your resume to Sarah Raines, Operations Manager, at [email protected]

 Do I need to submit a recording? Only if you’d like.

OPTION #1: You can submit a recording (audio only, no video) for the first round. You will receive notice whether you’re invited to audition in person . The recording should be a single, unedited take of all audition repertoire (listed below the FAQs)

OPTION #2: Attend the first round live and in person. Be prepared to play all audition repertoire (listed below the FAQs)

Location:
Tbd

When will I receive further information?
Usually, you will receive correspondence within 48 hours. All correspondence is done via email. Audition information is posted on the SLOS website.

What if I need to cancel my audition?
Please get in touch with the Personnel Manager for any cancellations: [email protected]

What if I miss a deadline?
Likely, we will not accept your materials. If extenuating circumstances are at play, an exception may be made, but typically, this is not the case, and will discard your materials.
Auditions are planned months in advance, please adhere to the deadline

Can I request a specific audition time?
Please email the audition account [email protected] with your audition time request when you submit your complete application. This email should include your requested audition date and time and your reason for the request. If you need to ask for a specific time, I strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. This increases the odds of getting the day and time you need, as requests are honored first come, first served.

If you receive an audition date or time that doesn’t work for you, you may request another time, but your request may not be granted, as it is much harder to change once we’ve set the audition times.

What is the compensation?
The openings we are currently hiring for earn $53-65 per service.
Further compensation such as cartage, travel and accommodations may also be provided.

San Luis Obispo Symphony
75 Higuera St., #160
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
[email protected]

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