2027 SYO Prep Application Form

SYO Prep is designed for primary school aged musicians who play orchestral string instruments right from their first year of playing up until approximately AMEB Grade 2 standard at which point we encourage them to audition for SYO Strings – Stage 1. 

Unsure which orchestra to apply for? Read more about the different SYO orchestras here.

Would you like to audition for Stage 1 instead? You can apply to audition here.

If you are a 2026 member who would like to audition for Stage 1, please apply using the link that was emailed to you to receive your current member audition discount. 
Musician Details


Current (2026) SYO Prep Musicians should apply using the personalised link sent by email.


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Make sure you have the right form (your name and personal information). If there are someone else's details prefilled in this form, please email info@syo.com.au to be sent a new link.




This will be the primary contact address for SYO audition information. Please check this email address regularly for updates.

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Musical/Education Information

Please select one instrument only. If applying for multiple instruments, you must fill in one application form for each instrument.



AMEB exam levels are a guide only. Use them to help decide which orchestra to apply for. They do not affect your placement.

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Financial Assistance/Scholarships

SYO is committed to ensuring that all gifted instrumental students have access to our program. Applicants who are experiencing serious financial hardship are encouraged to apply for financial assistance. To learn more visit our website


Please indicate if you would like to receive further information and an application form for financial assistance in 2027.