String auditions for the Abilene Philharmonic’s Abilene Youth Orchestra will take place at the Williams Performing Arts Center on the campus of Abilene Christian University. The orchestra is for 9th-12th grade students.  Advanced 8th grade string students may also audition.  http://www.abilenephilharmonic.org/academy-of-music/abilene-youth-orchestra/ayo-audition-requirements/