2025 RYCB Auditions Round 2
Calling
🎶 Richmond Youth Concert Band (RYCB) – Summer Auditions: Round 2! 🎶
Calling passionate young musicians!
We were blown away by the incredible talent in our first round of auditions—over 40 auditioners joined us, and the future of our ensemble is looking bright! But the journey’s not over yet…
We’re excited to announce Round 2 of Summer Auditions, and we’re still looking for musicians to fill a few key spots in the band for our upcoming season. If you’re looking for a vibrant, high-level musical experience with a supportive community of young players, this is your chance!
📅 Audition Deadline: August 15, 2025
🌐 How to Audition: Submit your digital video audition through our website:
🔗 rycb.org/rycb-auditions
🎼 What You’ll Need to Prepare:
- Scales: Bb, Eb, and F major
- Prepared Piece: 16 bars of your choice (any style!)
- Rhythm Exercise: Clap a provided rhythm (see your instrument PDF)
- Melody Exercise: Perform a short melody from the provided PDF
📥 All required rhythm and melody materials can be found on our website by instrument.
🎺 We’re Currently Auditioning for the Following Instruments:
- Oboe
- Clarinet
- Bass Clarinet
- Bassoon
- Tenor Saxophone
- Trumpet
- French Horn
- Trombone
- Tuba
- Percussion
🚫 Note: We are currently full for Flute, Alto Saxophone, Baritone/Euphonium, and Bass Guitar.
📣 Don’t miss this chance to be part of something special.
Whether you’re looking to grow as a musician, meet other passionate performers, or just make great music together—RYCB is the place to be.
We can’t wait to hear your audition and hopefully welcome you to the band this fall!
— Mr. McLeod
Director, Richmond Youth Concert Band