| Mission |
| BAYSO seeks to challenge young musicians to strive for musical excellence, to seek intellectual stimulation, to experience the love and joy of making music, to appreciate cultural diversity, and to become socially aware and responsible citizens. |
| Membership |
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1. Students enrolled in grades 7-12 in the public, private and home schools of the greater Cincinnati region may apply to audition for open positions in BAYSO. 2. BAYSO members are required to work for the good of their school music programs and must participate three (3) of four (4) years in their own high school music program where available. 3. All musicians are required to take private music lessons with an instructor. |
| Conduct |
| BAYSO expects the very best conduct from all of our musicians and their families. This extends to rehearsals, performances, and any time a musician and their family represents the Blue Ash Youth Symphony Orchestra. BAYSO demands that anything that does or does not belong to us be used carefully and properly. Any damage will be the responsibility of the party involved. We are extremely fortunate to have the use of many items and venues, and our reputation for quality and care earns us that privilege. |
| Attendance |
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Attendance at all concerts is mandatory.
Attendance at all rehearsals is mandatory, with up to three excused absences allowed. An absence must be called in to the BAYSO hotline before the rehearsal to be considered excused. Call the BAYSO hotline at 1-888-893-9378 to leave a message for a director. Please speak clearly when leaving the name of the musician and the reason for the absence. Excessive excused absences will lead to exclusion from BAYSO. |
| Rehearsals |
| Rehearsals are held on Mondays from 7:00-9:00 PM primarily at Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Road. When Sycamore High School is not in session, scheduled rehearsals will be held at the Montgomery Assembly of God, 7950 Pfeiffer Road. (Note: Please bring a music stand to any rehearsal at the church!) |
| Concerts |
| Concert performance locations are indicated on a yearly BAYSO schedule. Each musician is required to bring appropriate dress as per the dress code. Failure to have the appropriate attire may result in exclusion from that concert performance. |
| Dress Code |
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Ladies: Black shoes that can be worn with stockings;
no flip-flops. Black long skirt or black dress pants, black stockings or pantyhose
(no bare legs). White tuxedo shirt with black bow tie.
Gentlemen: Black shoes and socks. Black dress pants. White tuxedo shirt with black bow tie. (A jacket/cummerbund may be required at some concerts, and will be provided.) Michaels Arts & Craft Stores sell a tuxedo shirt and bow tie as a set for a very reasonable price. Visit Michaels Arts & Crafts site to find a store near you. (currently not available to order on line) Tuxedo Shirt with black bow tie from Wychwood Company in Mens sizes, $17.99 size M 300885 SKU UPC code 9732707004 size L 300887 SKU UPC code 9732707005 size XL 300888 SKU UPC code 9732707006 This specific shirt is not mandatory but we ask everyone to wear a white dress shirt with a black bow tie at concerts. Amazon.com also has tuxedo shirts with included bow tie available in mens and womens sizes. |
| Snow Days & Outdoor Concerts |
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Rehearsals: Snow days are in accordance with the decisions of the Sycamore School District.
If the district has declared a snow day, there is no practice. Concerts: Call the hotline or refer to the website before each concert. The alternate site for the outdoor Memorial Day Concert, in case of rain or excessive heat, is Sycamore Junior High School. Please check the hotline or the website for change of venue information. |