Welcome to MMYO!!!
Information for our 2022-23 season is
on the Forms page.
Please read the Audition Guidelines Below.
Audition Guidelines
Strings: You should choose a piece that demonstrates your ability to
shift positions and use vibrato. Both of those skills are necessary with
our repertoire. The Suzuki books have lots of good material for
audition pieces.
Winds/Percussion: You should choose a grade 4 - 5 piece that
demonstrates your advanced technical skill and musicality.
Purpose
To enhance public school music programs by offering a wonderful opportunity for talented students to come together for the purpose of advancing their music skills by performing major works for orchestra.
Eligibility
School age music students in grades 7-12 (must be 12 years old by 10/15/21) who are members in good standing of their school orchestra or band (if one exists) are eligible to participate in MMYO.
Selection (in a normal season)
Membership in the MMYO is determined by auditions which are held in October in the Oakland and Farmington areas.
Where
Weekly rehearsals alternate between sites in the Oakland and Farmington areas.
When
The MMYO season begins in late October. Rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Concerts (in a normal season)
The MMYO season culminates with performances in late February and early March. Messalonskee Performing Arts Center in Oakland and Mt. Blue High School in Farmington have proven to be excellent concert sites.
History
MMYO was founded in 1984 under the direction of Dennis Hayes. Over the years the orchestra has performed many major works by Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary composers.
Tuition (in a normal season)
$100.00 per student or a total of $125.00 per family. MMYO has an active parent support organization whose volunteer help allows the orchestra to operate with a minimal tuition.
