26/27 VAM Orchestral Program Application

Before completing the application form, please take a moment to read the following:

Annual Program Tuition Fee for 26/27 Season

• VAM WonderPhilharmonic Level 1: $724
• VAM WonderPhilharmonic Level 2: $808
• VAM Intermediate Symphony: $934
• VAM Symphony Orchestra: $1045

NEW – Offering for WonderPhilharmonic Levels 1 & 2 

Orchestral Jamboree – Friday, August 28, 2026 | 9:00am – 2:00 pm

26/27 Discounts Offerings

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2026/27 Orchestral Program - Application Form

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Student Name*

First Last

Age*

Instrument*

School attending in September*

School grade in September*

Is the student a current VAM Orchestra student who wishes to continue in the same level?*

Yes, this is for a current VAM Orchestra student who wishes to continue in the same level

No, this student is a VAM Orchestra student who wishes to move up for another level

No, this student is new to the VAM Orchestral Program

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Phone*

Contact Name (parent/guardian name if student is under 18)*

Contact Email (parent/guardian email if student is under 18)*

RCM and/or Suzuki level

Is the student taking private lessons at VAM?*

Yes

No

Teacher's name*

Teacher's Email*

Convenient option for sending future concert invitations

Is the student a VAM College/YACP Student?*

Yes

No

Has the student played in an orchestra before?*

Yes

No

Please describe the student's previous orchestral experience*

Please include the name of the ensemble and the number of years the student was a member.

Level student currently plays in*

Please select an optionVAM Symphony Orchestra (VAMSO)VAM Intermediate Symphony (VAMIS)VAM WonderPhilharmonic Level 2 (formerly Junior Symphony)VAM WonderPhilharmonic Level 1 (formerly Friendly Philharmonic)VAM Popcorn Orchestra: Harry PotterVAM Popcorn Orchestra: Avengers

Level of orchestra applying for*

Please select an optionVAM Symphony Orchestra (VAMSO)VAM Intermediate Symphony (VAMIS)VAM WonderPhilharmonic Level 2 (formerly Junior Symphony)VAM WonderPhilharmonic Level 1 (formerly Friendly Philharmonic)I am not sure, and will submit an audition following the General Audition guidelines above

Link to audition video*

Single-take videos are optional; if you are submitting a compilation, it is required to upload all the files to one folder and include a single link to the folder in your audition form (multiple links will not be accepted).

Answer one of the following questions: 1) Which composer would you most want to have dinner with? 2) Design an orchestra using nothing but items you can find at home. Which objects become your instruments?*

Would you like to use this audition for entry into the Amati Players Program (Recommended level: VAMIS) without making a separate Amati Players audition application?

Yes

If you select "yes", your application information and video will be sent to the Amati and Stradivari Program team.

Would you like to use this audition for entry into the Stradivari Players Program (Recommended level: VAMSO) without making a separate Stradivari Players audition application?

Yes

If you select "yes", your application information and video will be sent to the Amati and Stradivari Program team.

Does the applicant have a sibling who is currently in or also joining the orchestral program?*

Yes

No

Please provide sibling's full name and the ensemble they are currently in or applying for.*

Would you like to use this audition for entry into the Chamber Music Program? (This requires completing a separate audition application under the Chamber Music Program.)

Yes

If you select "yes", after submitting this form you will be forwarded to a separate form for Chamber Music which require a separate audition application.

Terms and Conditions*

I understand that students are expected to complete the academic year in their assigned orchestral level.

terms*

I acknowledge that the number of openings available in each section is determined at the discretion of the Selection Committee.

How did you hear about us?

Non-refundable Orchestra Audition Fee*

Price:

Early Bird (by June 30, 2026): $45 Regular Rate (from July 1, 2026): $60

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Cardholder Name

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