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The MFAP Youth Orchestra Experience
Our 17-piece elite jazz ensemble offers top-tier training. Our summer term runs seven weeks from June 16 to July 28, 2026, concluding with a grand concert. To apply, review all audition rules and then use the Application Fee section below to complete your mandatory $25 payment.
Join Our Program
Grades 9 to 12 (Ages 14-18)
Enrollment in music program required
Seeking: Saxes, Trumpets, Trombones, Vox
Richmond-based local rehearsals
Audition cycle opens June 9, 2026
Final step:
• $25.00 Application Fee
Select a 2-4 minute jazz solo (Swing/Bebop/Latin)
Include one full chorus of improvisation
Perform Major scales (concert pitch) up to 4 sharps/flats
Sight-reading samples provided onsite
Prior ensemble work encouraged
Note:
• $25.00 Application Fee
How To Audition
Processing Fee
• $25.00 Non-refundable processing fee
$300 tuition covers all Jazz Academy courses
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