Would-be musicians are welcome at InterSchool Orchestras tryouts

Open auditions for the InterSchool Orchestras will be held at Pearl Studios on Sept. 10.

InterSchool Orchestras of New York auditions for the fall semester are available for all six orchestras, tiered from beginner through advanced, and two concert bands, intermediate and advanced.

Children from all boroughs are encouraged to participate in auditions. Students are asked to perform a piece of music, scales and to sight read. Please note there are no openings for flute or harp at this time.

Pre-registration is required.

Open auditions, Sept. 10, from 1 pm to 5 pm. Free.

Pearl Studios [500 Eighth Ave. between W. 35th And W. 36th streets in Midtown; (212) 410–0370; www.isorch.org]

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