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Amadeus Players

Amadeus Players is a mid-level string ensemble conducted by Mac Mayer that primarily engages students in grades 7-9. This ensemble focuses on refining and developing a mature string sound through the study, rehearsal, and performance of large ensemble orchestra music. Professional section coaches provide specialized instruction during the initial rehearsal weeks to support student learning. A prospective Amadeus Player should demonstrate the following skills:

  • Execute slur, martele, slurred staccato
  • Execute spiccato or demonstrate emerging skills toward spiccato
  • Ability to shift to avoid string crossings or demonstrating progress toward shifting
  • Able to identify music markings (accidentals, dynamics, tempo, key signature)
  • Exposure to keys of F, Bb 
  • Ability to vibrato or show signs of an emerging vibrato
  • Audition required (Audition Music)

The Amadeus ensemble gives young string players a place to expand playing skills while connecting them to a greater community of musicians.


Enroll in Amadeus Players

Audition material can be found on the Audition Music page.

Fill out the 2025-2026 online Audition Application form to apply for Amadeus Players.

The next audition for Amadeus Players September 20, 2025.

For more information please visit the Audition Information page.


REHEARSAL TIMES & LOCATIONS

Rehearsals take place at North Salem High School on Mondays from 6:30-8:00 pm, unless indicated otherwise. Visit the Amadeus Players Calendar or the Full Calendar Page for more information.


TUITION FOR 2025-2026

Tuition for Amadeus Players is $400. Tuition may be paid in full in the fall (preferred) or in two or four installments.

NOTE: Volunteer Opt-Out is an additional $50 per musician per year.

TUITION DUE DATES: 

In Full $400 (preferred) – Oct 15
2 Installments $200 – Oct 15 & Feb 15
4 Installments $100 – Oct 15, Nov 15, Feb 15, & Mar 15

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TUITION ASSISTANCE: Limited Tuition Assistance is available. Forms are due on or before the first rehearsal. Please apply for tuition assistance only if needed. Aid awarded as funds permit. Musicians applying for tuition assistance should expect to pay a minimum of $50 in tuition to participate in SYS.

The Application for Tuition Assistance can be found on our website in both English and Spanish.

NEW! Consider donating a tax-deductible contribution to the Joyce Epp Tuition Assistance Scholarship Fund to ensure everyone can participate in Salem Youth Symphony Association!

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Rachael Anderson – Mozart Players
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