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THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR UYO27 IS NOW OPEN

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS STRICTLY FRIDAY 6 NOVEMBER 2026

2027 Guidelines and Admissions Policy

2027 Orchestral Excerpts

UYO 2027 is looking for:

30 violins, 12 violas, 10 celli, 6 basses

3 flutes (2 dbl picc), 3 oboes (1 dbl cor)

3 clarinets (1 dbl bass clt), 3 bassoons (1 dbl contra)

5 horns (4 plus bumper), 4 trumpets (2 dbl cornet)

2 trombones, 1 bass trombone, 1 tuba

timps plus 4 perc (1 dbl celeste), 2 harps

Name*
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Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City Post Code
Council area:*
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Student Email

All correspondence regarding the auditions will be sent by email. If the player is under 18 all correspondence will be with the Person with Parental Responsibility.
Person with Parental Responsibility Mobile*
Person with Parental Responsibility Email*

All correspondence regarding the auditions will be sent by email. If the player is under 18 all correspondence will be with the Person with Parental Responsibility.
Date of Birth*
Age at 12 August 2027*
What is your gender identity?*
- Male
- Female
- Non-binary
- Prefer not to say
- Prefer to self-describe
Please describe:
Name of School/College*
Main instrument you wish to present at audition*
Please list your most recent instrumental exam result with grade*
Woodwind players - do you wish to apply to play a doubling instrument as well? Tell us which one e.g. piccolo, cor anglais, bass clarinet, contrabassoon
Trumpet players, do you wish to audition on cornet as well?
- Yes
- No, just trumpet
In 2027, the celeste part will be played by a member of the percussion section. Do you wish to apply for percussion doubling celeste or just percussion?
- Yes, doubling celeste
- No, just percussion
Do you wish to apply on more than one unrelated instrument eg percussion and flute? If so, you must submit separate application forms for each instrument.*
- Yes
- No
Do you wish to apply for the position of orchestra leader?*
- Yes
- No
- N/A
Do you wish to be considered for the front desk of your string section?*
- Yes
- No
- N/A
Please detail any orchestral/ensemble experience
Teachers Name*
Teachers Email Address*
Teachers Telephone Number
How did you hear about UYO?*
- UYO Social Media / Website
- School / Instrument teacher
- Local orchestra / visit from UYO to EA orchestra
- Word of mouth
- Returning player
If applicable, select more than one.
Please tick if*
- You were born in Northern Ireland
- You are ordinarily resident in Northern Ireland
- You are studying in Northern Ireland on a substantive basis (defined as full-time education or a minimum of 12 hours per week of in-person tuition
- Have a parent or legal guardian born in Northern Ireland
- None of the above apply
Please give details of any reasonable adjustments you might require to take part in our audition process.
Are you in receipt of free school meals and under 18 on 12th August 2027? If so, you automatically qualify for a Leverhulme Trust Bursary.
- Yes
- No
I have read and understood the 2027 UYO Audition Guidelines and Admissions Policy*
- Yes
Preference will be given to musicians who fulfil the criteria stated in the audition guidelines. Please read the commitment section to check if you are able to meet the requirements.
GDPR Personal Data*
- I consent to my data being held and used for the purposes described below
Any personal data that is submitted to UYO on this form, will be kept and used for the purpose of registering applicants for auditions and matters relating to UYO. Your personal information will not be forwarded, disclosed or used for any other purpose. If you have any questions you can contact us or view UYO's privacy policy on our website.
I have paid non-refundable Audition Fee of £25 via*
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- Bank transfer - please include your name for reference
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