We are excited to invite you to audition for the Lumenaria Community Orchestra of NWA, a newly-forming orchestra. This orchestra welcomes musicians at various stages of
their musical journey and skill.
Auditions will be held May 3rd & 10th for ALL instruments.
Please click "Book Now" to schedule your audition time.
We welcome musicians of high school age and older to audition, with exceptions for younger individuals considered on a case-by-case basis through audition.
Our auditions are an informal process designed to help the Conductor understand each musician's skill level and ensure appropriate placement within the orchestra. You are invited to feel at ease and simply showcase your current abilities. Auditioning will not prevent you from being accepted.
No compensation will be given to performers. This is for the joy of playing.
Rehearsals will be Saturday mornings in Centerton throughout the year, with the summers off, beginning September 13, 2025. We will hold 4 regular performances: October, December (Christmas), March, May (Memorial Day), with additional performance opportunities added as available. In 2025, the Christmas concert will be small group ensemble opportunities rather than a formal concert.
The annual fee will be waived until August 2026. Fundraising will be required.
Kids with at least 2 years playing experience who are interested in growing in their playing ability can join our Summer Strings Camp which will take place in June and July 2026.
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Auditions begin at 9:30 am on the respective date. You will book in a 30 minute time slot, though audition times are every 10 minutes. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to warm up.
Auditions will be conducted in front of the Orchestra Director and Executive Director of Lower Lights Theatre Company. Please ensure your solo material is well-prepared. Music stands and basic seating will be provided at the audition location if needed.
After the audition, you are free to go home and await further communication.
Audition results will be communicated by email as promptly as possible. The email will also contain the upcoming concert dates, and practice dates for the season.
*We reserve the right to record auditions to ensure the fairest decisions for the organization. If you are opposed to being recorded, please notify us in advance.
Requirements
Auditioning musicians should prepare a solo piece that highlights their technical proficiency, musicality, and tone quality. This can be an excerpt from a concerto, sonata, etude, or any work that best demonstrates your abilities on your instrument. The selection should not exceed two minutes.
Audition Dates
May's Audition dates are 5/3 and 5/10 from 9:30 - Noon.
Audition dates for August are TBD, but are tentatively planned to be the 2nd and 3rd Saturdays in August.
Audition applications will close after 8/20/2025, but you are still welcome to apply at any time. Please contact contact@lumenariaorchestra.org to inquire about available spots or substitute opportunities after the audition period has closed.
Cheri Moore
Executive Director