Riverside Youth Orchestra

Enrollment is now OPEN through Wednesday 10/9

The Riverside Youth Orchestra (RYO) is RAA’s flagship orchestral ensemble, comprised of some of the most accomplished young musicians in the Inland Empire.

Students perform a diverse range of repertoire, from the classical canon to film and video game music.

RYO is directed by RAA’s Executive & Artistic Director, Adam Karelin.

Beginning fall 2024, RYO will include sectionals with instrument-specific coaches during rehearsals.

AuDitionS

Auditions for RYO will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024 between 8:45am and 3:00pm at the Cesar Chavez Community Center. After filling out the online sign-up form, you will receive instructions on how to reserve an audition time. If you are unable to make an in-person audition, please contact adam@riversideartsacademy.com for information on how to submit a recorded audition.

If you are not placed in RYO, you will be recommended for another RAA class!

Audition Materials:

• For flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, violin, viola, cello, and bass: click below to see your audition excerpt

• For oboe, bassoon, french horn, tuba, and percussion: Please prepare a 2-3 minute solo piece that best highlights your technique and musicianship.

• All instruments: Prepare two scales in as many octaves as you are comfortable

• You may be asked to sight-read at your audition

Schedule

RYO rehearses most Sunday evenings, 6pm-9pm, during the school year.

RYO is moving to a new rehearsal location for 2024-25 due to the renovation of the Cesar Chavez Community Center. This location will be in Riverside, CA, and will be announced on or before September 15, 2024.

Key Dates

  • Saturday, September 21, 2024: RYO Auditions! (Location: Cesar Chavez Community Center, 2060 University Ave. Riverside, CA, 92507).

  • Sunday, September 29, 2024: RYO First Rehearsal

  • Sunday, December 15, 2024: Winter Concert

  • Saturday, February 1, 2024: Gala Performance (ALL DAY)

  • Sunday, May 4, 2024: Spring Concert

Eligibility:

  • Successfully complete the RYO Application and Audition process

  • Be enrolled in 2nd-12th grade.

Costs:

  • FULL and partial scholarships are available! The vast majority of RAA students receive scholarships. Please see our financial aid page to verify your eligibility.

  • Cost without financial aid: $900/school year (payable in one sum or as $100/month over the school year)

Attendance Policy

  • Attendance to rehearsals is mandatory. Up to 2 rehearsals can be missed per semester, excluding dress rehearsals and concerts. Exceptions may be granted in extenuating circumstances.