Three takes. No edits. Real evaluation.
Evaluated by musicians from the world's leading orchestras.
Only 10–20% pass orchestral pre-selection. Find out where you stand.
Start your audition simulation — $69
Younison is the first global platform that reimagines how orchestral auditions are prepared, evaluated, and managed. Built by musicians for musicians, it creates a fair, transparent, and efficient audition process, benefiting both candidates seeking opportunities and orchestras searching for the right talent.
Our jury is composed of active members of the Berlin Philharmonic, Vienna Philharmonic, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Chicago Symphony and other leading ensembles.
Every recording is anonymized. Every evaluation is independent.
The Younison Score (1–10). Your current readiness level for orchestral auditions. See exactly where you stand.
Five-criteria evaluation. Every piece scored independently on Sound · Rhythm · Intonation · Musical & Technical abilities.
Written jury notes. Specific, excerpt-by-excerpt feedback from the jury.
Full report in-app. All scores, notes, and your complete evaluation - yours to keep and revisit.
Four steps. One simulation.
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Choose a published audition list, or build your own: one solo piece plus 4–6 orchestral excerpts.
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Up to 20 minutes, recorded live on your phone or tablet. No uploads. No edits.
Pre-recorded videos are not accepted — this preserves recording integrity.
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You get three takes. Pick one. Send it to the jury.
Score, written jury notes, and full report — in your Younison app within 7 working days.
Delia Sainz
Cello · Spain
"To get honest feedback at this level used to mean travelling, scheduling, and paying a lot. Younison changed that completely."
Ewelina Bielarczyk
Viola · Denmark
"For the first time I understood exactly what an orchestral panel listens for - and where I needed to practise specifically. Not guesswork. A clear plan."
Delejan Brynaert
Violin · Brussels
"I finally understood I wasn't applying to the right vacancies. Younison showed me where I actually stood and helped me decide which auditions to go for."
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
"As an oboist, I know how much depends on subtle tonal colors and phrasing details that often get lost in uneven or heavily produced recordings. For youth orchestra or academy selections with so many applicants, this makes it hard to judge fairly and with confidence. Younison brings a new level of consistency and transparency: I can see the clues of the true personality of each player and make decisions that feel both fair and meaningful."
"As a Concertmaster and jury member, I find Younison’s verified, unedited recordings invaluable. They let us hear the real musician, without doubts about authenticity, and make the evaluation process clearer, faster, and far more reliable. Younison is the missing link our industry has needed for so long!"
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
" Younison’s guidance is a true before-and-after. When I was preparing for my first orchestra auditions, I had no real idea of the best approach and felt quite lost. Recording through Younison and receiving feedback from top orchestra musicians gives musicians clarity on which auditions I’m ready for, and where I need to improve. "
A weighted average across all your excerpts, mapped to real orchestral audition standards. One score. One standard.
Global benchmark.
More technical and musical development recommended before auditioning
Prepared to audition for youth orchestras
Prepared for entry-level professional ensembles and orchestra or festival academies
Prepared for regional orchestras
Prepared for orchestras with regional and national presence
Prepared for nationally touring orchestras with broad repertoire
Prepared for internationally touring orchestras
Prepared for major symphony and international festival orchestras
Prepared for top orchestras worldwide under international conductors
Prepared for any position in top orchestras worldwide