Young Soloists' Concerto Concert

Playing a concerto movement with a full symphony orchestra is a fantastic and rewarding experience for any musician and the Nelson Symphony Orchestra offers this experience to young aspiring concert soloists up to 22 years of age.

2009 Concert

The 2009 Young Soloists’ Concerto Concert will be held on Saturday September 5, 2009 at the Nelson School of Music starting at 7.30pm and conducted by Peter van Drimmelen.

2010 Concert

The date of the 2010 Young Soloists’ Concerto Concert is yet to be announced.

How to apply

Applicants need to be Grade 8 standard or above on their chosen instrument and can apply online or by mailing the application form obtainable from the secretary John Hudson to 27 Surrey Road, Richmond, Nelson 7020. All applications need to be supported by a teacher's reference or recommendation. Teachers may also wish to submit a reference/recommendation online.

Repertoire

Soloists must ensure that the orchestral parts for the chosen concerto are available for hire in New Zealand. The National Library catalogue is a good place to start as the NSO will only hire orchestral parts from overseas in very exceptional cases.

Click here to view repertoire owned by the Nelson School of Music.
Click here to view repertoire performed in previous concerts.

Recording and Entrance Fee

Soloists are required to send a recent CD recording of the chosen movement preferably with piano accompaniment along with a cheque for $50 made payable to ‘Nelson Symphony Orchestra’ to the secretary John Hudson, 27 Surrey Road, Richmond, Nelson 7020 to arrive before the closing date. The entry fee will be returned if the application is unsuccessful.

2009 Closing Date

The closing date for the 2009 Concert is Friday May 15, 2009.

2010 Closing Date

The closing date for the 2010 Concert is yet to be announced.

Travel and Accommodation

Travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of the applicant. There are a number of motels close to the Nelson School of Music or billets can be arranged if requested on the application form. Host families will ensure transport to and from rehearsals and provide meals.

Rehearsal Schedule

Soloists are required to attend the scheduled rehearsals from the Wednesday or the Thursday of the week leading up to the concert. Local soloists will also be offered additional rehearsal times with the orchestra earlier in the rehearsal period if appropriate.

View the 2009 rehearsal schedule here.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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