Audition Repertoire of the Asian Youth Orchestra and Orchestra Audition Competition of the International Clarinet Association
In the 2025 Orchestra Salon (Orch Rep class), we will focus on studying pieces for the Asian Youth Orchestra audition and the International Clarinet Association's Orchestra Audition competition. We welcome not only those considering auditioning but also anyone interested in learning about orchestra repertoire.
Online 8 weeks challenge
The program will be primarily online, with regular live streams and video feedback in dedicated groups to ensure effective remote learning. While participation is free, weekly video submissions are mandatory (for approximately 8 weeks). Therefore, we ask that only those who are motivated and can actively participate apply. Since it may be difficult to cover all pieces, we will prioritize working on your preferred pieces if you have any.
Asian Youth Orchestra repertoire
Clarinet A/B
Mozart : Concerto 1st mvt exposition
Kodaly : Gallant dances
Beethoven : Symphony No.6, 1st and 2nd mov
Mendelssohn : Midsummer night’s dream “scherzo”
Shostakovich : Symphony No.9, 3rd met “scherzo”
E-flat
Berlioz : Symphnie Fantastique
Ravel : Bolero
Strauss: Til Eulenspiegel
Bass cl
Verdi : Aida
Strauss : Don Quixote
Shostakovich : Violin Concerto
Orchestra Audition Competition of the ICA
Mozart : Concerto 1st mvt exposition
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 – Movement 2, Reh. F – 7 bars before Reh. G
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 – Movement 1, mm. 474-493
Brahms: Symphony No. 3 – Movement 1, 8 bars before Reh. C – 3 bars after Reh. C
Márquez: Danzon No. 2 – beginning to mm. 19
Mendelssohn: Midsummer Night’s Dream – scherzo, beginning to [B]
Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf – cadenza 20-21
Rachmaninoff: Symphony No. 2 – Movement 3, beginning – downbeat of 1 bar before Reh. 48
Ravel: Daphnis and Chloe Suite No. 2 – 2 bars after Reh. 155 –3 bars after Reh. 157
Ravel: Daphnis and Chloe Suite No. 2 – Reh. 211 – end
Sibelius: Symphony No. 1 – Movement 3, complete scherzo
Registration
Please register during December. (below link). After registration, you will have access to the dedicated group and can check weekly assignments. We will be using StreamYard, Discord, or Zoom for the online platform. You are encouraged to familiarize yourself with these platforms before we begin.
Kickoff
The program starts with a performance practice gathering on December 27th. We encourage everyone to participate. Those living far away can join online in the evening of the same day or participate in the online webinar held before or after. (TBA)
Every Monday
An interactive online webinar is scheduled for Monday, January 6th at 8:00 PM (jp time). If you cannot participate live, please watch the archived session and submit your assignments before the next session.
Duration
The program runs for 8 weeks, ending at the end of February.
*Important: Due to the orchestral nature of the pieces, both B-flat and A clarinets are required. If you do not have an A clarinet, please transpose the music yourself. Additionally, some parts require E-flat clarinet and bass clarinet - you're welcome to learn those pieces if you own the instruments.
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