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The Meridian Symphony welcomes the opportunity to welcome new musicians, and holds live auditions annually for each performance season.

 

Our annual auditions for the upcoming 2025/2026 season will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., and Monday, August 18, from 6-9 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 950 W State St., in Boise.

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Parts Needed:
 

• All strings

• 3rd Flute/Piccolo

• Principal Oboe

• Principal Trombone

• 2nd Bassoon

• Piano

• Percussion

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​During the performance season (Sept-May), musicians who are interested in observing a rehearsal are welcome to sit in on Monday evenings from 7:00 to 9:15 pm at the Meridian High School Band Room.  Simply follow the other musicians carrying instrument cases and check in with any section leader to find a place to sit and observe.  This is a great way to get the feel for what our rehearsals and culture is like.

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At any time during the season, musicians may contact the the MSO Personnel Manager for current openings and to make individual audition arrangements.

 

There are two different audition options to becoming a member of the orchestra:

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Option 1:  A live behind-screen audition consisting of a portion of a standard solo work and the excerpts listed on this page for your instrument.  Live auditions are by appointment only.  (Click to Schedule an Audition)

 

Option 2:  A video audition posted to YouTube of the same material from option number 1., Send the YouTube link to the MSO Personnel Manager. The audition video will then be forwarded to the appropriate audition panel.

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AUDITION EXCERPTS:  

Click on an instrument for a list of audition excerpts.