The Brazos Valley
BVYSCO Family Orchestra
2024-2025
Please follow these steps:
1st: Read through the entire application
2nd: Complete the audition videos
3rd: Fill out the form
Be ready to complete the form in one sitting,
as your work cannot be saved.
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Must have 1-2 years of experience
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Age Range: 7+
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Guardian Age: 21+
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Commitment to the dates given in this application is REQUIRED.
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Tuition for this program is $40/week
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Payment per month / semester is available.
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Additional children are an additional $10/week
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Financial aid is available
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Application fee is $20 - Nonrefundable
Applicant Guidelines
APPLICATION PART 1
Rolling Applications Accepted
APPLICATION OPEN: AUGUST 21st
Application Steps
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Fill out the application form below and submit
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In Part 2, Each participant (adult and child) must submit an audition video by uploading a digital file. Child participation is REQUIRED.
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We will review all applications and notify selected applicants via email if they have been accepted into the program.
Important Dates
9/1/24: Application Deadline
9/8/24: Notification of Acceptance
9/15/24: Orientation/Meet and Greet - Bring your instruments!
9/22/24: Orchestra Rehearsals Begin
Participating Parent or Guardian
Guardian Current Address and Contact Information:
Child Participation Information
Child Current Address and Contact Information:
Terms of Participation
I understand that the information in this application is true to the best of my knowledge and that the video submitted is our own unedited audition video. I also understand that The Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra reserves the right to discharge participants who have submitted false or misleading information in the application process. If accepted as a student of the BVYSCO, I agree to abide by BVYSCO regulations. I agree not to bring any alcoholic beverages or firearms onto BVYSCO premises or to possess or engage in the illegal use of drugs while a student of the BVYSCO. Students are expected (in their academic conduct) to comport themselves with basic standards of honesty and character. Plagiarism, cheating, and dishonesty in BVYSCO related matters are prohibited and can result in a student’s dismissal from the BVYSCO without refunding any part of the fees paid.
The applicant consents to the creation and distribution of any recording, broadcast, or electronic transmission of any kind, without compensation, made by the BVYSCO or any BVYSCO approved entities while he/she is a student at the BVYSCO. The applicant similarly consents to the use of his/her likeness in photographs, video, or any visual media created and distributed by the BVYSCO or BVYSCO approved entities.
Release of Liability
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless The Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra, its owners and operators from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of The Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.
Medical Emergency
The undersigned gives permission to The Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra, its owners and operators to seek medical treatment for the participant in the event they are not able to reach a parent or guardian. I hereby declare any physical/mental problems, restrictions, or condition and/or declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health. I request that our doctor/physician be called and that my child be transported to the nearest hospital if The Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra deems necessary.
Picture Release
The undersigned gives permission to The Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra to use any portraits or video that may include your minor student for promotional purposes.
Signature Text
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless The Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra, its owners and operators from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of The Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra, its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.
Parental Consent for Minors Participation in All BVYSCO Events
I hereby give my consent for my son/daughter, to participate in all activities that pertain to the schedule of the Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra and I release the Brazos Valley Youth String Chamber Orchestra (including all directors, officers, employees, agents, or volunteer workers) or event organizers from any claim or liability that may arise directly or indirectly from my child's presence or participation in the activities. I agree that BVYSCO is not responsible for any personal injury, loss or damage that my child may suffer in connection with this event. I also agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the said parties from any claim arising from any wrongful or negligent conduct by my child while a participant at the BVYSCO.
APPLICATION PART 2
Thank you for filling out the application form. The next step in the application process is the video audition.
Each participant (adult and child) must submit separate audition videos by uploading a digital file to WeTransfer with their application.
The recording must be a one or two-octave scale and a short piece of your choice. The video can be shorter but must be no longer than 5 minutes. When naming the file, please include your first and last name as well as the instrument you are auditioning on.
Please state the following on the video:
1. Your full name and the parent/ guardian/ child you are participating with. ( My name is... I will be participating with...)
2. Instrument (The instrument I will be auditioning on is the...)
3. The name of the scale and piece you are playing (I am playing a G Major scale and the piece I am playing is Minuet in G by Bach.)
