Anonymous
Post 06/16/2023 18:30     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
Anonymous wrote:It sounds like PVYO is less competitive than MCYO -- is that right?

Generally speaking, yes. Lots of MCYO kids go on to conservatory.
Anonymous
Post 06/16/2023 12:06     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
It sounds like PVYO is less competitive than MCYO -- is that right?
Anonymous
Post 06/16/2023 07:51     Subject: Re:Alternatives to HS Band
Our kid did MCYO, and also skipped a year of orchestra in HS. Now plays in college orchestra but not a music major.
Anonymous
Post 06/15/2023 23:41     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:How hard is it to get into the MCYO orchestras? The audition looks daunting....


It depends on the instrument and openings. It looks a lot worse than it actually is but get someone to prep them. Email MCYO and they will help you out and talk you though it. They are fantastic. I never though my kid would get in and they did.


Thanks! We are considering for flute.


There are only limited spots but prep well and hope for the best. It’s worth trying for. And, worth doing
Anonymous
Post 06/15/2023 22:52     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:How hard is it to get into the MCYO orchestras? The audition looks daunting....


It depends on the instrument and openings. It looks a lot worse than it actually is but get someone to prep them. Email MCYO and they will help you out and talk you though it. They are fantastic. I never though my kid would get in and they did.


Thanks! We are considering for flute.
Anonymous
Post 06/15/2023 19:50     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
Anonymous wrote:How hard is it to get into the MCYO orchestras? The audition looks daunting....


It depends on the instrument and openings. It looks a lot worse than it actually is but get someone to prep them. Email MCYO and they will help you out and talk you though it. They are fantastic. I never though my kid would get in and they did.
Anonymous
Post 06/15/2023 15:15     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
Anonymous wrote:How hard is it to get into the MCYO orchestras? The audition looks daunting....


The co$t of participating is also daunting, or at least it used to be.
Anonymous
Post 06/15/2023 15:14     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
How hard is it to get into the MCYO orchestras? The audition looks daunting....
Anonymous
Post 06/15/2023 14:45     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
Anonymous wrote:PVYO is a spin-off of MCYO. Some staff left MCYO and started their own group. Most apply for both and choose between where they get in, MCYO for prestige or location and times. Both are very good.


34 years ago.
Anonymous
Post 06/15/2023 14:33     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
PVYO is a spin-off of MCYO. Some staff left MCYO and started their own group. Most apply for both and choose between where they get in, MCYO for prestige or location and times. Both are very good.
Anonymous
Post 06/15/2023 13:24     Subject: Alternatives to HS Band
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:NP in a similar boat. Does anyone have experience with PVYO? I’m most curious about their wind ensemble just for high school students.


My PVYO kid (Philharmonia) has really enjoyed it. Especially the spring concert at the Strathmore—amazing experience to be able to play in a real concert hall (vs. high school theaters and smaller venues).

No experience with the wind ensemble, though. PVYO in general seems well-organized and communicative, no complaints there.


Thank you!