Symphony Orchestra Course Information
Undergraduate: MUSIC 2215.01 | Graduate Students: MUSIC 7215.01
Classes meet Tue./Thu. 1:50–3:55 and Wed. (strings) 5:20–6:15 p.m.
Auditions Overview
Brass and Wind auditions are held in conjunction with concert bands. Audition instructions and excerpts are available on the band auditions page.
Strings auditions for the Symphony Orchestra are open to all students enrolled at Ohio State — regardless of major.
- Eligible non-major string players only: If you have schedule conflicts with the Wednesday rehearsals, you are still strongly encouraged to audition for the Symphony Orchestra. Once you are accepted, please contact Miriam Burns, director of orchestras, to discuss an alternative arrangement for the conflict.
All returning and prospective members will audition via a submitted video. Use the button below for instructions, the required audition form and excerpts to prepare.
- Violins and Cellos are encouraged to submit videos as early as possible to benefit our new Violin and Cello faculty and so that we can determine whether you will play 1st or 2nd violin, and distribute parts accordingly so that you will be prepared for the first rehearsal on Wednesday, August 21.
Hearing about orchestra for the first time during Welcome Week? Schedule a live audition.
Students who learn about the Symphony Orchestra during a late orientation or Welcome Week may audition in person on Monday afternoon, August 19 using the audition materials below. Email Miriam Burns, director of orchestras, to schedule your audition. Note the meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Instructions, Audition Form, Musical Excerpts for Strings
AUDITION VIDEO DEADLINE: Thursday, Aug. 15
Orchestra Meeting and First Rehearsals
Tuesday, Aug. 20 • 1:50–2:45 (first day of classes) • Weigel Auditorium — Meeting for all members, including returning and prospective winds and brass, even if their auditions are not yet complete and assignments may not yet have been made. We will discuss the syllabus, programming, all protocols and other important information. No instruments needed.
- Wednesday, Aug. 21 • 5:20–6:15 p.m. — Strings rehearsal
- Thursday, Aug. 22 • 1:50–3:55 p.m. — First full rehearsal
Campus Orchestra — Non-Majors
Wind, brass and percussion non-majors seeking an orchestral experience are encouraged to join the Campus Orchestra by registering for the class.
There is a simple audition for seating purposes only. Contact Malik Khalfani for information.
Undergraduate: MUSIC 5215.03 Class #36245 | Graduate: MUSIC 5215.03 Class #36244
Mondays 5:20–6:45 p.m. • Timashev Music Building, Room 160
Chamber Music Opportunities
Pre-formed string ensembles are welcome and encouraged. The string faculty will make every effort to accommodate all string players interested in enrolling in the small ensembles courses to the best of our ability and capacity for enrollment. Please know that students in our area requiring small ensemble credit for their degree programs will receive priority.
Non-majors may alternately choose to seek a non-credit hour opportunity to be involved in small ensembles through the Ohio State Chamber Music Club.
Questions?
Email Christopher Dent, ensembles administrator.