The Macao Orchestra holds the concert “The Future of Classical Music” every season, providing an opportunity for the public to gain a deeper understanding of the music achievements of the new generation in Macao. It also creates a platform for showcasing artistry, allowing young students to perform alongside the musicians of the Macao Orchestra and enhance their individual music proficiency.
The Young Musician Audition Programme of “The Future of Classical Music” was finished earlier, and the response was overwhelming. In order to let more music lovers experience the performance of a professional orchestra, the deadline for applications will be extended until May 7th.
“The Future of Classical Music” will take place on 13 July this year. A special Young Musician Audition Programme has been introduced in this edition, aiming to offer Macao students and music lovers a comprehensive experience of joining a professional orchestra! To provide participants with a complete practical experience from exams to performances, interested individuals are required to take part in the Orchestra’s audition process. The programme is now open for registration until 26 April. Hurry up and register if you’re interested!
Applicants eligibility:
1. Macao ID holders (including permanent and non-permanent) or Student ID holders issued by Macao tertiary level education organisations or Macao Education and Youth Development Bureau
2. 12 Years old or above is required
Enrolment Priorities:
Obtain ABRSM Grade 8 or above level
Registration and participation are free of charge
Rehearsal and Concert Dates:
Dates for Rehearsals: 23 June, 30 June, 7 July, 8-10 July, 12 July 2024
*Please note that the rehearsal dates are tentative, and the detailed schedule will be confirmed and announced later.
Dates for Concert: 13/07/2024
Programme for the concert:
Bernstein: Overture to “Candide”
Tchaikovsky: “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy-Overture, TH 42, ČW 39
Bizet: Selection from Carmen Suites No.1 & No. 2
Conductor: Tony Cheng-Te Yeh
Selection Process:
The live audition is scheduled to take place in May 2024, Macao Orchestra will notify eligible applicants of the audition details by email before May 13, 2024.
Deadline for Application:
7 May 2024 12:00 noon
Instruments Open for application, live audition excerpts:
Flute (Download Audition Excerpts)
Oboe (Download Audition Excerpts)
Clarinet Download Audition Excerpts)
Bassoon (Download Audition Excerpts)
Horn (Download Audition Excerpts)
Trumpet (Download Audition Excerpts)
Trombone (Download Audition Excerpts)
Tuba (Download Audition Excerpts)
Percussions (Download Audition Excerpts)
Violin (Download Audition Excerpts)
Viola (Download Audition Excerpts)
Cello (Download Audition Excerpts)
Bass (Download Audition Excerpts)
*Candidates please download scores from above, no scores will not be provided during the live audition.
