Membership Information

The Fulton County Youth Orchestra (FCYO) accepts students in grades 4-8 who are members in good standing of their local school orchestra or upon the recommendation of their private teacher when no local school orchestra is available. Once accepted students must commit to the full performance season listed above including all scheduled rehearsals and performances.

*Attendance: Regular and prompt attendance at rehearsals is required. Attendance is taken at the beginning of the rehearsal. Only two (2) excused absences per semester (fall/spring) are allowed. A warning will be sent to parents, school director, and FCYO directors. Upon the third (3rd) absence, the student may be moved to a different seat or dropped from the group entirely. Students who are repeatedly tardy on arrival or pick-up are also subject to being removed from the FCYO.  

PLEASE NOTE: No participation fees will be refunded after the second week of rehearsal.

Rehearsals and Sectionals: Most rehearsals are majority on Tuesdays in the Centennial HS (CHS) Orchestra Room from 5:15-6:45 PM. See the calendar for dates and times. Please note there are a few required Monday rehearsals, particularly the week of the concert. Sectional rehearsals and auditions may be held in other rooms. Signs will be posted, and parents will be emailed indicating where students should report in the event of changes.

Musical Responsibility: Students must learn music at home so that rehearsal time may be spent on musical and ensemble concepts. Players who appear to be inadequately prepared on a regular basis may be reseated or dismissed from the orchestra. Periodic seating auditions will occur on assigned music. Private lessons are highly encouraged but not required. Instruments, strings, and bows should be kept in good repair. Always bring your instrument, a pencil, and the issued music and folder to every rehearsal. Music stands are not required for rehearsals but are suggested for home practice. 

Uniform: The uniform of the FCYO is solid black. Black shirt or blouse, black pants or skirt, and black hosiery and black dress shoes. Absolutely NO black jeans, sweatpants, white socks, or tennis shoes/sneakers!

Parking: Parking for rehearsals and performances is available at any open space near the Centennial High School auditorium after school is dismissed at 4:00 pm.

FCYO Parent Association: Parent are encouraged to become actively involved with volunteer opportunities for the orchestra. The jobs you help with really make a difference! A list of tasks and help needed is included in the application. Please check all areas you might help with if your child is selected as a member. 

Contact Ms. Ahuama-Jonas at ahuamajonasj@fultonschools.orgfor any questions about volunteering opportunities.