Symphony Orchestra Brass: “The First Noel” from Christmas Jazz Favorites #1 arr. Niehaus (December 14, 2024)

Happy Holidays from MYS!

Upcoming Events

Auditions for 3rd Trimester

Auditions for 3rd Trimester will be held on Saturday, January 25. View the process, materials, and tips on our Auditions page.

January 25

12:00-2:00 PM

Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center
Macalester College
130 S Macalester St
St. Paul, MN 55105

Join us for our Winter Concert!

MYS will take the stage for our Winter Concert, showcasing the talents of students in five orchestras. The program will feature iconic works including Copland's "Hoe-Down" from Rodeo, Shostakovich's Waltz No. 2, Respighi's Pines of Rome, Stravinsky's The Firebird, and Hindemith's Symphonic Metamorphosis. Violin soloist Anna Pitsavas Wakely, winner of the Symphony Solo Competition, will take center stage to perform Sarasate's electrifying Zigeunerweisen with the Symphony Orchestra. 

Tickets can be purchased at www.minnesotaorchestra.org/mys, by calling 612-371-5656, or in-person at the Minnesota Orchestra box office. All seats are reserved.

  • Adults: $23.00 (main floor seats) | $27.00 (balcony & premium seats)

  • Students (18+ with ID): $15.00

  • Children (3–17): $9.00

February 9

2:00 PM

Orchestra Hall
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403

Why join MYS?

  • A tradition of excellence since 1972!

  • Learn from a highly skilled and experienced artistic staff with over 100 years of combined experience.

  • Perform with other outstanding musicians from around the Twin Cities and beyond.

  • Auditions consist of four components: a solo piece, excerpts, scales, and sight-reading.

Help us continue making amazing music…

Like most youth orchestra programs, tuition and ticket sales only cover 50% of our total costs. We rely on financial contributions to support our work with students.

Your gift is 100% tax deductible, and creates opportunities for the next generation of young musicians. Donate today!

Testimonials

  • “MYS is such a wonderful music community offering positive energy and encouraging musicianship."

    Symphony Orchestra parent

  • “MYS is an amazing organization that sets high expectations for young musicians in an environment that helps them grow and achieve.”

    Repertory Orchestra parent

  • “MYS is is a great organization that fosters artistic and interpersonal development. The staff and leadership are very dedicated to the students and their development. I love working with them.”

    String Orchestra parent