13 - 18 July 2026
Work side by side with inspiring mentors from The Sydney Youth Orchestra and Sydney’s best instrumental conductors, tutors and educators. The Winter Symphony Orchestra will meet for a week of intensive rehearsals, tutorials and workshops, culminating in a showcase concert at the Sydney Conservatorium.
Please use the EOI form to express your interest in the Winter Symphony Orchestra 2026 only.
Thursday 26 March onward – Video Audition Instructions sent to applicants
Thursday 28 May – Winter Symphony Video Auditions Due
Thursday 4 June – Winter Symphony Offers Sent
Monday 22 June – All Winter School Enrolments Close
Audition required
Orchestral Strings, Brass, Woodwind and Percussion
AMEB Grade 6 to AMusA or equivalent.
Previous large ensemble experience required. Must be having private instrumental tuition.
Recommended ages: 14 – 18 years old
All musicians are required to bring their OWN instruments (excluding large percussion instruments)
Monday 13 to Friday 17 July
9am – 3pm
Saturday 18th July. Concert (times TBC)
2026 Winter Symphony Orchestra Key Dates
Thursday 26 March onward – Video Audition Instructions sent to applicants
Thursday 28 May – Winter Symphony Video Auditions Due
Thursday 4 June – Winter Symphony Offers Sent
Monday 22 June – All Winter School Enrolments Close
Mon-Fri at Santa Sabina – 90 The Boulevarde, Strathfield NSW 2135 and Sat at Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
SYO Winter School – $635 (Early Bird) plus 1.4% processing fee
Discounts available for siblings, and multiple holiday programs.
Regional scholarships available on application.
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Apply for your Creative Kids Voucher
Please navigate to Service NSW website and follow the instructions on how to apply for a $50 voucher.
