Join MYPO for 2009-2010

The Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra 2009-2010 Season is under way.

Registration and audition forms and information are found on this page.

Registration

The second half of the 2009-2010 Season is here! MYPO is accepting new registrants for the Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra (auditions necessary), the Maui Youth Philharmonic String Orchestra, the Maui Youth Philharmonic Beginning Strings Class, and Chamber Ensembles.

Orchestra rehearsals are held every Saturday in the Baldwin High School Band Room behind the auditorium (map). Requirements are listed below for each group.

Please download the registration form for more details.

MYPO Beginning Strings Class Registration form |
MYPO Orchestra Registration form | Chamber Ensemble Registration form

Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra

Mr. Lance Jo, Music Director

• Audition required
• Instruments needed: violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, French horn, tuba, all percussion instruments
• Must have at least 3 years of instruction (either private or group). Exceptions made with teacher recommendation.
• Ages 12-18 years old. Exceptions made with teacher recommendation.
• Audition date: Saturday, January 9, 2010 starting from 9:30am to 12:15pm. Check the Schedule and Location section for the specific time and place of auditions for your instrument.
• Rehearsals begin Saturday, January 16, 9:00am - 11:10am

Maui Youth Philharmonic String Orchestra

Ms. Iolani Yamashiro, Conductor

• No audition necessary
• Preparation for Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra
• Strings only (violin, viola, cello, bass)
• Must have at least 2 years of instruction (either private or group)
• Minimum age: 8 years old
• Classes begin Saturday, January 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Maui Youth Philharmonic Beginning Strings Class

Ms. Iolani Yamashiro, Instructor

• No audition necessary
• Preparation for Maui Youth Philharmonic String Orchestra
• Strings only (violin, viola, cello, bass)
• Minimum age: 8 years old
• Classes begin Saturday, January 16, 10:00am - 11:00am OR 12:45pm - 1:45pm

MYPO Chamber Ensembles

Ms. Lifen Anthony, Coach
Ms. Iolani Yamashiro, Coach
Mr. Lance Jo, Coach

• Small ensembles (quartet, trio, duet, etc.)
• MYPO currently has a String Quartet and a Woodwind Quartet
• Rehearsals are scheduled between coaches and ensemble members
• See the Chamber Music Program section for more information

Questions? Email us at mypomaui@gmail.com

Auditions

All applicants interested in joining the Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra must attend an audition. Audition requirements, schedule, and sheet music are available below.

General information

• Audition date: Saturday, January 9, 2010, starting at 9:30am*
• Location: Baldwin High School Band Room and Piano Room behind auditorium (map)*.
• You will be notified of acceptance via email

*Check the Schedule and Location section for the specific time and place of auditions for your instrument.

Additional Information

• Violinists have the option of auditioning for either first or second violin.
• We are asking for scales and arpeggios. Details are listed below.
• We are strongly recommending that you work with a metronome. Your teacher can help you with this. If you don't have a metronome, please get one that is loud enough for you to hear while you play. One recommendation is the Seiko Quartz SQ.   Dr. Beat is pricey but it subdivides beats and has a vocal feature which counts out loud if you desire. Though working with a metronome can be a challenge, it will help you to progress immensely. Since this is new this year, it is better to play slower with the correct rhythm than to play up to tempo and rhythmically inaccurate. Of course, if you are able to do both, that's great!
• If you have any questions or need help learning the music, please ask your private teacher. If you don't have a teacher, you may contact any of the instructors listed on the back of the MYPO Registration Brochure or Contact Us page.

Mindset

If you want to be a part of MYPO, but the music seems too difficult, please do not be discouraged and give up without trying. Try! Seek help. We are here to help you to become the best musician that YOU would like to be.

Practice diligently because that is the only way to learn the music.

It takes discipline. This is a good opportunity to grow in this characteristic.

Take up the challenge! Why not? You will only gain more skill and knowledge on your instrument.

Do your best and that is enough!

Schedule and Location

Auditions will be held on Saturday, August 29th according to the following schedule at the Baldwin High School Band Room (M2) and Piano Room (M1) behind the auditorium (map).

Instrument	Time	Location
Strings	09:30 am - 12:30 pm	M1
Woodwinds	09:30 am - 10:30 am	M2
Brasses	10:40 am - 11:30 am	M2

Requirements

Woodwind and brass

For all woodwind and brass instruments:

1. All major scales are to be played in two or three octaves as possible on your instrument. All scales are to be played ascending and descending, tongued or slurred as required by adjudicator.

   Instrument	Major Scale
   Flute	E♭, D♭, C, G, A
   Oboe	E♭, D♭, C, G, A
   Clarinet	E♭, A♭, A, E, B
   Bass Clarinet	E♭, A♭, A, E, B
   Bassoon	E♭, D♭, C, G, A
   Horn	B♭, A♭, D, A, E
   Trumpet	E♭, D, A, E, B
   Trombone	E♭, D♭, C, G, A
   Tuba	E♭, D♭, C, G, A

2. Chromatic scales are to be played slurred ascending and descending, two octaves or as possible on your instrument.

Instrument	Chromatic Scale
Flute	Low C to C above staff
Oboe	Low B♭ to D above staff
Clarinet	Low E to E above staff
Bass Clarinet	Low E to G above staff
Bassoon	Low F to F above staff
Horn	Low C to G above staff
Trumpet	Low F♯ to C above staff
Trombone	Low F to F above staff
Tuba	Low B♭ to 4th line F

3. Sheet music selections from Harry Potter, Celebration and Grand March (see below). Music to be played is indicated by title and measure numbers, with suggested tempo markings. Tempo may be a bit slower but not faster than indicated.

Violin I

Sheet music selections from Mazas Etude in E Major, Opus 36, Celebration, and Grand March (see below)

Violin II

Sheet music selections from Kayser Etude in A♭, Opus 20, Celebration, and Grand March (see below)

Viola

Sheet music selections from Wohlfahrt Etude, Opus 45, No. 38, Celebration, and Grand March (see below)

Cello

1. Piece or etude of your choice to best demonstrate your ability level.
2. Sheet music selections from Celebration and Grand March (see below)

Bass

1. Piece or etude of your choice to best demonstrate your ability level.
2. Sheet music selections from Celebration and Grand March (see below)

Sheet Music

Sheet music selections required for auditions are listed here and can be downloaded for practice.

Be sure to check for any additional requirements for your instrument above.

Instrument	Selections/Measures	Tempo	Music
Flute	Harry Potter 144-156 Celebration 36-53 Grand March 51-68	MM = 144 MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Oboe	Harry Potter 160-185 Celebration 36-53 Grand March 51-68	MM = 144 MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Clarinet	Harry Potter 148-162 Celebration 36-53 Grand March 51-68	MM = 144 MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Bass Clarinet	Harry Potter 1-4 Harry Potter 49-60 Grand March 41-50	MM = 120 MM = 120 MM = 104	download
Bassoon	Harry Potter 1-4 Harry Potter 29-34 Harry Potter 164-172 Grand March 41-50	MM = 120 MM = 120 MM = 144 MM = 104	download
Horn	Harry Potter 16-24 Harry Potter 128-141 Harry Potter 55-61 Harry Potter 88-91 Celebration 16-25; 34-50 Grand March 10-17; 41-50	MM = 60 MM = 120 MM = 120 MM = 132, swing MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Trumpet	Harry Potter 11-19 Harry Potter 49-61 Celebration 36-50 Grand March 51-89	MM = 120 MM = 120 MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Trombone	Harry Potter 164-179 Celebration 36-50 Grand March 41-50	MM = 144 MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Tuba	Celebration 36-50 Grand March 41-50	MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Violin I	Mazas Etude beginning-end of 8 Celebration 24-53 Grand March 51-89	** MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Violin II	Kayser Etude 1-1st note of 9 Celebration 24-53 Grand March 51-89	** MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Viola	Wohlfahrt Etude 1-1st note of 17 Celebration 34-53 Grand March 41-49; 51-89	** MM = 152 MM = 104	download
Cello	Etude/piece to demonstrate   ability level Celebration 16-29; 35-53 Grand March 41-49; 51-68 Grand March 82-89	** MM = 152 MM = 104 MM = 104	download
Bass	Etude/piece to demonstrate   ability level Celebration 36-53 Grand March 41-49; 51-68	** MM = 152 MM = 104	download

** Play at a tempo that can be consistent and relative throughout