Malibu resident and conductor Gary S. Greene invites musicians between ages 12 and 25 to audition for the Jr. Philharmonic Orchestra of California, until Oct. 15, according to a press release from the organization.
Interested musicians who play the violin, viola, string bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet, bassoon, alto sax, trumpet, French horn, trombone, tuba, tympani and percussion can call 310.275.7511 to schedule an audition. There are no audition or membership charges.
The Jr. Philharmonic’s 75th Diamond Jubilee season begins with an upcoming Concert Spectacular at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. The orchestra performs in many other well-known venues, including the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and the Shrine Auditorium.
The Jr. Philharmonic was founded in 1937 by late conductor Dr. Ernst Katz to give young people an opportunity to showcase their musical talents. It now operates under his nephew, Malibu resident Greene.
More information can be obtained by visiting www.JrPhil.org.