FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1.  How many orchestras are there?

2.  What are the requirements for membership?

3.  What is the age range of members?

4.  How much is the tuition?

5.  When and where are rehearsals held?

6.  How often do the groups perform?

  Q1: How many orchestras are there?

A: The Brevard Symphony Youth Orchestra has three performing groups:

• String Ensemble
• Concert Orchestra
• Symphony Orchestra

For more information on each of these groups, please visit our Orchestras pages. 

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Q2: What are the requirements for membership?

Students desiring to join the BSYO must:

• Successfully complete the audition process
• Participate in their school music program
• Pay applicable fees
• Adhere to BSYO attendance and behavior policies.

For current audition information, please visit our Auditions page.  

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Q3: What is the age range of members?

A: BSYO members range in age from elementary school students to seniors in high school. 

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Q4: How much is the tuition?

A: Tuition rates are set annually by the Board of Directors.  Contact the BSYO office for current tuition rates for each performing group. 

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Q5: When and where are rehearsals held?

A: Regular rehearsals are held on Monday evenings throughout the school year and alternate between locations in Melbourne and Cocoa. 

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A: Q6: How often do the groups perform?

Each group performs three main concerts each season:  Fall, Winter and Spring.  Additional concerts may be scheduled during the season, especially during the holidays. 

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