Auditions

Nanette Nehls

The Lake Shore Symphony Orchestra is composed of talented musicians from across Chicago spanning many backgrounds and professions. We are united by our passion for orchestral music and commitment to musical excellence. We invite all interested musicians who can commit to our rehearsal schedule and performances to audition. Participation in the orchestra is voluntary; we do not offer regular paid positions at this time.

Rehearsal Schedule

  • Rehearsals are weekly on Wednesdays from 7:30-10:00 PM.
  • Rehearsals are held at Ebenezer Lutheran Church (1650 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60640).
  • Members are expected to attend all rehearsals (excluding preplanned travel, illness, etc.)

Concerts

We perform 4-6 concerts each season at venues around Chicago, usually on the weekend.

Season

Our regular season extends from September through June. There are opportunities to play chamber music during the summer for interested musicians.

Audition Requirements

Usually we will ask you to provide a recording of a scale and two contrasting pieces or movements of your choice. If you already have recordings that represent your current playing level feel free to include them in your initial email.

Contact Us

To inquire about open positions or to schedule an audition email auditions@lsso.org with your name, instrument, and a brief description of your musical background.

Recently Performed Repertoire

Some recently performed repertoire is listed below.

  • Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
  • Beethoven: String Quartet No. 10 in E-flat major, Op. 74 'Harp'
  • Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-flat major, Op. 60
  • Bernstein: Candide Overture
  • Bernstein: Overture to Candide
  • Classical Blast: Classical/Rock Mashups
  • Copland: Appalachian Spring
  • Gershwin: Piano Concerto in F
  • Hardiman: Lord of the Dance
  • Loewe: My Fair Lady
  • Mozart: Clarinet Concerto in A major, K. 622
  • Rachmaninoff: Symphony No. 2 in E minor, Op. 27
  • Saint-Saëns: Danse Bacchanale
  • Sartori: Time To Say Goodbye
  • Smith: Into the Storm
  • Stephenson: Stars and Stripes Fanfare
  • Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Op. 74 'Pathétique'
  • Verdi: Nabucco Overture
  • Vinick: Waves of Celebration
  • Wagner: Die Meistersinger Overture
  • Wagner: Tristan und Isolde: Prelude and Liebestod
  • Webber: Highlights from Evita