Auditions

Dates to be announced

C.K. McClatchy High School Auditorium
3066 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95818
Permanent Membership Openings
Section Violins, violas, cellos, double basses, and percussion
(NB: all instruments are welcome)

Requirements
Auditions are brief and informal. Applicants can perform any music of their choice, ideally two contrasting works (fast and slow, from either solo or orchestral repertoire) that demonstrate both technical facility and musicianship. Auditions are generally ten minutes in length.

About the Camellia Symphony Orchestra 

The Camellia Symphony Orchestra (CSO), is the longest continuously running orchestra in Sacramento. This is the result of its high level of artistic performance and presentation of inspiring, innovative, and attractive programs. CSO presents four subscription concerts and three free family concerts and outreach programs each season. Maestro Christian Baldini has served as our Music Director since 2012. He works regularly with the San Francisco Symphony, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, English National Opera, Buenos Aires Philharmonic, National Symphony of Portugal and Argentina, and BBC Symphony in London. We are comprised of professional and high level volunteer players, and are proud to be serving the vital cultural needs of our entire region with excellence and dedication.

To sign up for an audition, contact our Personnel Manager:

Karen Mitcheom at camelliasymphonypm@gmail.com or (916) 835-3022.

The CSO holds official auditions at the beginning and end of each season:

In the Spring (usually within a month after our last subscription concert). At this time we audition those who joined the orchestra during the season on an interim basis, in order to complete the seating process within the sections. We also audition individuals who are interested in open Principal positions – if there are any open Principal positions at this time.

In the Fall (usually less than one week before our first rehearsal for the first subscription concert).  At this time we audition any musicians who wish to join the orchestra (if there are open positions) and anyone interested in auditioning for a sub-list/auxiliary position. In unusual cases we will audition for a Principal chair at this time – if there are any open Principal positions at this time.