Auditions for the European Union Youth Orchestra are being held by European Union Youth Orchestra on December 16.

A master class will be held at the music room at St James Cavalier, Valletta, which will be followed by auditions for young musicians to participate in the 2012/2013 EUYO season.

The master class will be conducted by the EUYO Head of Strings, David Strange who will then audition participants who perform well during the master class.

Participation in the master class is free; participation for both the master class and the audition is encouraged since this is an opportunity for young Maltese musicians to be reviewed professionally.

Moreover, apart from the chance to be selected as a member or as a reserve for the orchestra, the EUYO also selects students for its annual summer school.

Founded by the European Parliament in 1976, the EUYO unites Europe’s most talented young musicians from all 27 EU member states under some of the world’s most famous conductors.

The EUYO has performed in all major European cities and is regarded as one of the world’s most prestigious and dynamic orchestras.

The aim of the EUYO is to unite Europe’s most talented young musicians under internationally- renowned conductors, in an ensemble that transcends cultural, social, economic, religious and political boundaries – all in the common pursuit of musical excellence. Each year, members of the orchestra have to re-audition along with new applicants to keep their places.

Applications for the 2012/2013 session may be downloaded from www.maltaculture.com or obtained from the Malta Council for Culture and the Arts, 230, Republic Street, Valletta, during office hours. All application forms duly signed by the applicants, together with two written references of musical ability must be submitted by hand to the MCCA by December 2.

For more information, contact Sean Buhagiar on 2124 5168 or e-mail on sean.buhagiar@maltaculture.com.

www.euyo.org.uk