FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 17, 2006

MEDIA CONTACT

Dr. Maria R. Busch

Alice May Director of Education & Community Programs

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Office: 812/425-5050 ext. 316

EVANSVILLE PHILHARMONIC YOUTH ORCHESTRAS TO HOLD 2006-2007 SEASON AUDITIONS

Evansville, Indiana - The Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestras (EPYO and EPYO II) will be holding auditions for the 2006-2007 season May 14-16, 2006, at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 5501 Washington Ave., Evansville. Auditions are open to students from the tri-state area, grades 6-12, by appointment only. There is a $10 application fee.

Benefits of being a member of the Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestras include rehearsals and sectionals conducted by Philharmonic staff and professional musicians; rehearsals and concerts held at the historic Victory Theatre; masterclass, small ensembles and touring opportunities; musical weekend retreats; bi-annual side-by-side concerts with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra; complimentary and discounted tickets as well as significant savings on season subscriptions.

Special underwriting for the Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestras has been made possible by Mrs. George Eykamp. For more information or to request a brochure, application and audition requirements, please contact the EPO Education Department at 812/425-5050 ext 316 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it