Auditions | Solo & Ensemble Showcase 2027

About this event

About

Instrumentalists—soloists, duos, trios, quartets, and small chamber groups—are invited to audition for a chance to perform in the West Jordan Symphony’s annual Solo & Ensemble Showcase . This is a supportive and encouraging opportunity to share your artistry and collaborate with the symphony in performance.

Who Can Audition

• Open to community musicians and West Jordan Symphony members.

• Solos, duos, trios, quartets, and small chamber ensembles are welcome (typically up to 10 players).

Repertoire & Time Limits

• Prepare one movement or short work, up to 10 minutes in length.

• Concertos are allowed , but Director approval is required prior to audition if you wish to be considered for a concerto performance with the symphony.

Accompaniment & Concerto Policy

• The symphony will not accompany auditions.

• A piano will be available; please provide your own accompanist if needed.

• Musicians wishing to perform a concerto with full symphony accompaniment must receive Director approval before auditioning . • Email your concerto title, movement(s), score, and instrumentation (orchestration) for review.

• If you do not have prior approval for your concerto from the Director, your audition will still be heard, but you may not be selected as a performer in this year’s showcase.

• If you are selected to perform a concerto with the West Jordan Symphony, you must provide the symphony with the required music materials: • Full conductor’s score and complete orchestral parts

• Supplied as hard copies or digital files of public-domain editions or legally purchased/licensed materials

• Parts must be legible , complete, and include all movements/cues to be performed • Deadline : Please provide materials within 7 days of selection (earlier is appreciated) so our librarians can prepare and distribute parts.

• Note: If your edition is under copyright, you are responsible for purchasing/renting and supplying the legal parts/score (including any rental fees). Selections may be reconsidered if materials cannot be legally obtained in time.

How to Register

Complete the sign-up form on this page to request an audition time for West Jordan Symphony’s 2027 Solo & Ensemble Showcase . Please provide complete and accurate details so we can review your request and follow up by email with your scheduled audition time.

You’ll need to include the following information:

• First and Last Name – For all performers participating in the audition.

• Email and Phone Number – So we can confirm your audition time and contact you with updates.

• Additional Performers – List names if this is a duet, trio, or ensemble audition.

• Instrument(s) – List all instruments that will be used.

• Title and Composer of Your Piece – Include movement number or title if applicable.

• Estimated Performance Time – Maximum of 10 minutes.

• Accompanist – Indicate whether you’ll bring your own accompanist.

Once your form is submitted, we’ll contact you to schedule your specific audition time within the 12:00–3:00 PM audition block.

What to Expect

• Supportive, in-person audition before a small panel.

• Evaluation emphasizes tone, style, expression, and overall readiness.

• Selected soloists and ensembles will perform in the Solo & Ensemble Showcase on February 27, 2027 , at the Canyon View Credit Union Community & Arts Center.

Video Auditions

Video auditions are accepted until Friday, December 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM (Mountain Time). Submit a single, unedited take (up to 10 minutes).

How to submit

• Upload to YouTube (Unlisted) or share a direct file link (Drive/Dropbox).

• Subject line: “Solo & Ensemble Video Audition – [Your Name/Ensemble]” .

• In the message, include: name(s), instrument(s), piece & movement, duration, accompanist (Y/N) .

• Without prior approval, you may not be selected for this year’s showcase.