Making Music That Matters Since 1941
The Philharmonic Orchestra of Indianapolis
is auditioning new string players to
join our all-volunteer orchestra
for the 2026-2027 season.
Auditions for New String Players
DATE / TIME: August 24 and 31, 2026
LOCATION: Orchestra room, Pike High School, 6701 Zionsville Road, Indianapolis
The Philharmonic is friendly and casual – and so are our auditions. Please prepare two pieces that show your musical accomplishments. One piece should be lyrical and the other technical. The Phil's conductor and artistic director, Orcenith Smith, will hear you privately. You may be asked to sight-read a selection from the upcoming season. Auditions take about 10 minutes.
This coming season is the Philharmonic’s 85th year of entertaining the Indianapolis community. In the 2026-2027 season, we will play 6 concerts at various venues. We will provide the dates and times for the upcoming season. Our first rehearsal is August 24.
Rehearsals are on Monday evenings at 7:30 with additional rehearsals on Thursday and Saturday or Sunday prior to a concert.
To learn more and to schedule an audition, please contact Orcenith Smith using the information below.
Contact:
Orcenith Smith, Conductor & Artistic Director
osmith@depauw.edu