53 years of Exceptional Orchestral Training
Are you new to RDYO?
New players are required to audition before joining RDYO. There is a non-refundable fee of $30 for each application.
WINTER ONLINE AUDITION:
Audition Submission accepted: November 15 – December 10, 2024
Rehearsal, Concert & Activities: January 11- May 31, 2025 (no rehearsal during Easter break: March 22 & 29)
FEE, BURSARY & SCHOLARSHIP
As a registered charity, the RDYO works hard to maintain affordable fees for families and provide financial assistance (bursary) for those with accessed unmet financial needs. We also have Scholarship competition every year to award students who demonstrate musical excellence and exemplary character. Please contact us for more details.
The fee to join RDYO includes the tuition fee (see below), society membership fee($30), fundraising fee ($50) and refundable commitment activities deposit. Please visit our Audition FAQ for more details.
Second child discount and installment plan can be obtained at registration after a successful audition by emailing loren@rdyo.ca
Creativity. Community. Courage
Which division is suitable for me?
All of RDYO’s divisions are led by some of the best conductors and educators in British Columbia. Our program is carefully curated to include a balanced mix of musical and social activities through weekly rehearsals, music camp, workshop, concerts, competition and special events. You will be placed in the most suitable division upon a successful audition
Junior Strings
String players at RCM Level 3-5
Saturdays 12:30pm-1:45pm
$450
Mid-season tuition fee
Junior Winds
Wind players with 1-2 years of experience
Saturdays 12:35pm – 2:00pm
$486
Mid-season tuition fee
Intermediate Strings
String players at RCM Level 4-7
Saturdays 9:00am-10:30 am
$519
Mid-season tuition fee
Senior Winds
Advanced wind players with more than 3 years of experience
Saturdays 12:35pm – 2:00pm
$519
Mid-season tuition fee
Senior Strings
Advanced string players at RCM Level 6-9
Saturdays 10:45am- 12:20pm
$534
Mid-season tuition fee
Symphony
Most advanced Senior players
Saturdays 9:30am-11:45am
$552
Mid-season tuition fee
Chamber
Advanced string players in a chamber music setting
Saturdays various time
$165
Mid-season tuition fee
Chamber is intended for Senior Strings and Symphony members. There is no separate audition for this group. Please indicate on audition form if you would like to be considered for Chamber.
Contact Us
Get in touch if you have any questions about auditioning or registration to our programs. We always love to hear from our perspective players and their families.
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Over the past seven years I have been able to grow as a musician along with a community of talented and like-minded individuals. I have learned so much throughout my time in RDYO, and I am so grateful to all of the staff for sharing their valuable knowledge and time with us.”
Lily M.