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AUDITIONS AND EMPLOYMENT

At this time, we will not be holding our regularly scheduled fall auditions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
We do appreciate your interest in the Chamber Orchestra and if interested in adding your name to our data base, please feel free to email our Personnel Manager, Deb Youngerman dtyhe1@gmail.com.
This website will be updated as decisions are made as to when we will be able to facilitate auditions in the future.
At this point we have no definite or expected timeline as to when we will offer auditions.

Audition Excerpts:
Please prepare a one movement solo piece as well as the excerpts listed below for your instrument.
In accordance with our policy of non-discrimination regarding ethnicity, age, or orientation, we conduct blind auditions.
String audition excerpts:
cos_audition_violin.pdf
File Size: 9378 kb
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cos_audition_viola.pdf
File Size: 1690 kb
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cos_audition_cello.pdf
File Size: 8788 kb
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cos_audition_bass.pdf
File Size: 5615 kb
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Woodwind audition excerpts:
cos_fl2-picc_2019.pdf
File Size: 3131 kb
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cos_audition_oboe.pdf
File Size: 4910 kb
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cos_audition_clarinet.pdf
File Size: 466 kb
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cos_audition_bassoon.pdf
File Size: 145 kb
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Brass audition excerpts:
cos_audition_trumpet.pdf
File Size: 5711 kb
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cos_audition_french_horn.pdf
File Size: 6176 kb
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cos_audition_trombone.pdf
File Size: 125 kb
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cos_audition_tuba.pdf
File Size: 10112 kb
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Percussion audition excerpts:
cos_audition_percussion.pdf
File Size: 37 kb
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ADMINISTRATIVE OPENINGS

Currently no administrative positions are open. Please check back for updates.

INTERNSHIPS

Currently no internship opportunities are available.  Please check back for updates.

ABOUT THE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF THE SPRINGS
The Chamber Orchestra of the Springs is the Pikes Peak region’s premier chamber ensemble and membership is by audition only.  The orchestra includes musicians from all along the Front Range including Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Woodland Park, Florissant, Cripple Creek, Divide, Monument, Black Forest, Falcon and beyond.   Performing a six concert season, the orchestra currently makes its home in three local churches; First Christian Church, Broadmoor Community Church and First United Methodist Church.   Under the direction of Music Director, Thomas Wilson, the orchestra convenes for 4 rehearsal services the week preceding each concert weekend.    Concert weekends include a Saturday evening performance and a Sunday matinee repeat performance (or Sunday only matinee).    Information on musician compensation for each open position and substitute opportunities can be obtained directly from our personnel manager.

Non-discrimination Clause
1. In every aspect and decision of the organization, and on every level, the only criteria for selection and retention of musicians, board members, management employees or service organizations and businesses, shall be their ability to complete the task for which they are required. 
2. The Chamber Orchestra of the Springs follows and surpasses an equal opportunity employment policy, which protects personnel and contractors from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental handicap, veteran status, gender, gender identity, or gender expression.
3. This policy applies to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with outside vendors and customers, use of contractors and consultants and the general public.
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Office Hours

Office hours:
Mon: 9am - 3pm
Tues: 9am - 3pm
Wed: 9am - 3pm
Thurs: noon - 3pm
Fri: 9am - 3pm
Sat: 10am - 1pm

Telephone

719.633.3649

Email

chamorch@gmail.com

Address

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF THE SPRINGS
P.O. Box 7911 Colorado Springs, CO 80933-7911


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  • Home
  • Concerts
    • 2021-2022 Season
    • 2020-2021 Season >
      • Artistry in Strings
      • A Soulful Dialogue
      • Seasons
      • String Theory
      • Strum & Dance
      • Good String Vibrations
    • Special Concerts >
      • Interrupted Music Project
      • Christmas Fantasia >
        • Christmas Fantasia Concert
        • 12 Days of Christmas
      • Distant Winds
      • Winds in the Trees
      • Sensory Friendly Family Concert
    • KCME 88.7FM Broadcasts
    • Select Concerts Videos
  • Tickets
  • About
    • Mission
    • Artistic Leadership
    • Our Musicians
    • Administration & Board
    • Auditions & Employment
  • Support
    • Donate
    • Volunteer
    • Advertise
    • Corporate
    • Legacy
    • Sponsorship
  • Venues
  • Competitions
    • Young Artist Competition >
      • Young Artist Competition Rules
      • 2020 Young Artist Competition Winners
      • 2019 Young Artist Competition Winners
    • Emerging Soloist Competition >
      • Emerging Soloist Competition Winner
  • Educational & Community Outreach
    • Educational Programming
    • Kids in Motion
    • SenioReach
    • School Resources
  • Ensembles for Hire
  • Past Events
  • Contact