CONCERT ATTIRE

Dress Code for Concert Days

To achieve a professional and cohesive look for each of our ensembles, CYO emphasizes uniformity in our dress code for concert performances. CYO concert attire is ALL BLACK. Musicians are expected to wear clean, pressed garments. Black clothing should be solid (not sheer) black and without pattern or ornament.

Distracting accessories and fragrances are not permitted. Necklines should be modest. Nails should be clean and trimmed. Use of nail polish must be of a neutral or natural tone, such as clear, beige, or soft pink, and free of chips.

TOPS

Long-sleeved (at least ¾ length) black dress shirt/top OR ankle-length/ floor-length long-sleeved black dress.
Black bow tie
Long-sleeved white dress shirt may be requested at the conductor’s discretion
Black tuxedo or suit over dress shirt - Symphony and Symphonic only
A solid black cardigan, jacket, or blazer should be worn OVER a black dress that is sleeveless or has short sleeves.

BOTTOMS

Long black dress slacks OR ankle-length/floor-length black skirt. (No leggings or skinny pants.)

FOOTWEAR

Black socks or tights (at least mid-calf height; no bare legs, ankles, or feet).
Black close-toed dress shoes with black soles (no sandals or sneakers).

HAIR MANAGEMENT

Tying back long hair using plain clips or bands (no ornaments) is highly recommended, or may be required, to prevent distractions for the audience, disruption to other performers, and interference with playing and visibility.

Members must come to the concert-day dress rehearsal in full concert attire. If attire or any accessory is deemed unacceptable, the CYO staff reserves the right to request changes to a member’s attire.

Failure to dress according to the guidelines stated above for a performance jeopardizes your opportunity to perform on that day. If you would like to check if your concert dress is acceptable, please bring it to rehearsal for approval before the concert.

Symphony
Nutcracker Pit Orchestra

ALL BLACK long-sleeved shirts/tops, pants, socks, and shoes. Casual clothing (all black) is acceptable. However, anything that can be seen must be black. No bare arms or legs.