Audition Application Form

Welcome to the MBSO audition application form for an entry in 2025.

• Before applying, please review the Audition Brochure for important information regarding orchestra standards, age limits, and general details.

• Auditions will be held over 2-3 dates at the Clontarf Beach State High School hall or St Paul, Bald Hills. Please note, all dates and venues are subject to change.

• Audition fees must be paid before your audition. You will be invoiced once your application is received. Fees can be paid through internet bank transfer.

• All current members of MBSO Youth Symphony & MBSO Junior Strings are required to re-audition by accessing the form sent to the email address listed in our database.

• If you’re applying to join the Moreton Bay Symphony Orchestra (MBSO) — not MBSO Junior Strings or MBSO Youth Symphony — you’ll be invited to audition through a trial period. This gives you the chance to play with the orchestra and immerse yourself in our collaborative and enriching musical environment.

Fee

• Single Audition: $20

• Second Instrument or Second Family Member: Additional $5 (total $25)

• Third or subsequent family member: Free

• Second instrument within the same instrument family (e.g., flute & piccolo): Free

• Current members: No Audition Fee

Youth Symphony Scholarship

We are excited to offer scholarships to young musicians, open to applicants from primary school age up to 25 years. Successful candidates must demonstrate a minimum standard of AMEB Grade 4 for the MBSO Youth Symphony and/or AMEB Grade 5 to perform with the MBSO. We especially encourage applications from musicians proficient in Bass Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Bassoon, or Tuba. Scholarships include one year of free membership and, if applicable, complimentary instrument hire for Tuba and French Horn. To apply, complete this form and email it to: enquiries@mbso.org.au.

For more information, don't hesitate to get in touch with MBSO President Eve Brown (0409 569 348) or MBSO Musical Director Bronwyn Gibbs (0435 942 385).