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Auditions, Tuitions and Fees
Welcome to ISO!
Since one of the most important aspects of making music is its
communal nature, playing in an orchestra is integral to the growth
of young musicians. ISO welcomes students of all ages and abilities; provided that they must be able to read music. Students are required to continue private instruction and/or enrollment in their school music program in addition to their participation in ISO.
Auditions for all ensembles are held annually in June, September and January. Candidates at all levels are required to play a classical piece of their own choosing that represents their most accomplished repertoire. To schedule an audition, download the Registration Form below, fill it out and mail it, with the registration fee, to ISO, 1556 Third Avenue, Suite 601, New York, NY 10128. You will be called to schedule an audition. For a detailed list of audition requirements for any of our six ensembles, download our Guidelines for Admission.
If you have missed the auditions for the 2009-2010 Season, please contact the ISO office to inquire about space in any of our six ensembles or Chamber Music program.
An audition will be heard only if all registration, commitment forms and the non-refundable enrollment fee have been received. Please read below under 'Tuition and Fees'.)
| Registration fee | $150 |
| Symphony Registration fee | $250 | Tuition
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| Band | $1075/year....$750/semester |
| Concert Orchestra | $1075/year....$750/semester |
| Carnegie Hill Orchestra | $995/year....$700/semester |
| Morningside and Turtle Bay orchestras | $950/year....$655/semester |
| Chamber Music Program | $745/year....$500/semester |
Students attending supporting schools (see list below), and second or third musicians from the same family receive a $125 discount. Scholarships at various levels for participating in ISO ensembles are available; proof of financial status is required.
Current Member Schools
- Bank Street School for Children
- Chapin
- Henry Street Settlement
- Horace Mann School
- Lucy Moses Music School
- Marymount School
- Rudolf Steiner
- Spence School
- Turtle Bay Music School
- Trevor Day School
**If you do not see your school on this list, encourage it to become a “Member” school.