2026-2027 AMP Youth Orchestras Auditions

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for the 2026-2027 AMP Youth Orchestras!

ABOUT THE AMP YOUTH ORCHESTRAS

The AMP Youth Orchestras are the most advanced instrumental ensembles at AMP and are designed for young musicians in middle and high school who are already experienced performers.

Performing both standard symphonic music and musical genres representing the culture of the communities we serve, it is our goal for the AMP Youth Orchestras to become one of the top youth training orchestra programs in the country.    

The AMP Youth Orchestras consist of three ensembles: Junior Youth Orchestra I, Junior Youth Orchestra II, and Senior Youth Orchestra. 

All ensembles include: violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, french horn, tuba, orchestral percussion.

Junior Youth Orchestra I is for beginner to early intermediate players, Music Level 1 - 2.

Junior Youth Orchestra II is for intermediate to advanced players, Music Level 2 - 4.

Senior Youth Orchestra is designed for advanced players, Music Level 4 - 6. 

AUDITION INFORMATION

Audition will be held on the following dates. All auditions will take place at the AMP Center for Performance & Education located at 883 Dill Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310.

Audition Dates and Times:

• Friday, April 17, 2026 (4:00pm - 8:00pm)
• Saturday, April 18, 2026 (9:00am - 1:00pm)
• Sunday, April 19, 2026 (3:00pm - 6:00pm)

After completing the audition application, you will be emailed information on how to select an audition day and time. Please click here to review the audition requirements. Please note: All students will be required to play all listed scales, technical and lyrical excerpts, as well as one sightreading excerpt.

REHEARSAL & CONCERT SCHEDULE

All AMP Youth Orchestra students attend two (2) rehearsals per week:

Junior Youth Orchestra I:

        Monday: 6:30PM - 8:00PM

        Saturday: 9:00AM - 11:00AM

Junior Youth Orchestra II:

     Thursday: 6:30PM - 8:00PM

     Saturday: 9:00AM - 11:00AM

Senior Youth Orchestra:

     Tuesday: 6:30PM - 8:30PM

     Saturdays: 11:30AM - 1:30PM

During the AMP Youth Orchestras season, there are three major concerts students must participate in. These concerts will be held in November 2026, February 2027, and April 2027.

TUITION

All students receive a full scholarship covering tuition.

REGISTRATION FEE

AFTER acceptance into the program, each student will have to pay a $50 non-refundable registration fee ($10 for each additional sibling) per school year. Before completing your registration, you will be asked to pay the registration fee. Payment plans are available. Please note: No student will be turned away due to financial hardship.