The Symphonic Orchestra is the SCPYO’s intermediate full orchestra for musicians with 3-5 years playing experience. It performs unabridged pieces of standard orchestral repertoire, as well as some advanced level arrangements.
The Symphonic Orchestra meets from 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. at the UofSC School of Music.
Nathan Tucker
Nathan Tucker holds a Bachelor of Music in Education and Masters of Music in Conducting from the University of Alabama School of Music and is a doctoral conducting student of Scott Weiss at the University of South Carolina School of Music.
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Audition Requirements
Symphonic Orchestra auditions require a set list of excerpts, scales and a solo piece. Please review your instrument requirements listed below. For any questions email SCPYO@scphilharmonic.com.
Strings
Excerpts: Please review all excerpts for your instrument. Not all excerpts may be asked for in the audition.
Scale Requirement: One-quarter note per scale degree, quarter note=80
Violin
- F major two-octaves
- D melodic minor two octaves
Viola and Cello
- Bb major two-octaves
- G melodic minor two octaves
Bass
- C major two-octaves
- E melodic minor one-octave
Solo Requirement: prepare a solo piece of choice that will showcase your technique, musicality, and overall playing ability.
Winds/Brass/Percussion
Excerpts: Please review all excerpts for your instrument. Not all excerpts may be asked for in the audition.
Winds
Brass
Scale Requirement:
- Winds/Brass: Prepare all SCBDA All-State Senior Band Audition scales. One scale will be chosen at the audition to perform.
- Percussion: F, Gb, G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, Db, D, Eb, E (2 octaves). One scale will be chosen at the audition to perform.
Solo Requirement: Prepare a solo piece of choice that will showcase your technique, musicality, and overall playing ability.
Audition Dates
Our Fall 2022 Auditions are scheduled for the following dates.
| Date | Location |
| Saturday, August 27, 2022 | USC School of Music |
| Sunday, August 28, 2022 | USC School of Music |
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