San Luis Obispo Symphony makes classical music exciting and accessible to everyone. Through the Youth Symphony, students get a chance to play, learn, and experience the joy of music in a setting that promotes discipline and teamwork. The Youth Symphony has four ensembles, so that young musicians at different experience levels can take part.
is the premier orchestra, comprised of the most advanced string, wind, brass and percussion musicians in the Youth Symphony.
is an advanced-intermediate string ensemble that builds on a solid foundation of musicianship.
is an ensemble of immediate to advanced wind, brass and percussion musicians that explores fun and challenging repertoire.
is an intermediate ensemble that stresses listening and teamwork skills, and provides a strong foundation for future playing.
All musicians are encouraged to audition, regardless of financial need, as scholarships are available on a need basis. A $50 per student sibling discount will be applied to the second, third, etc. student for each additional child enrolled and you may pay in one payment or two installments in September and January.
San Luis Obispo Symphony Youth Symphony is a launching pad for a musical life! As students increase in skill, they progress through the ensembles and get more opportunities to compete and perform.
Upon graduation, many Youth Symphony musicians are prepared to pursue other academic and professional avenues – including playing in the San Luis Obispo Symphony. Several of our orchestra members are Youth Symphony alum.
The Youth Symphony provides children throughout the Central Coast with the chance to master an instrument, learn teamwork and discipline, and develop a passion for music. You can help support our music education programs and more by making a donation to the San Luis Obispo Symphony today.
Music Education Sponsors :
The Foulke Correa Foundation, Susan Polk Insurance,California Mentor,In Loving Memory of Bonnie McIvor, and Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust
Youth Symphony Concert Sponsors:
Jay and Yolanda Waddell & Minke WinklerPrins
Youth Symphony Season Sponsors:
Susan Polk Insurance, In Loving Memory of Bonnie McIvor
Additional Sponsors :
Clifton Swanson Community Access to the PAC Fund, Jill Anderson and Steven Jobst, Jeff and Melodee Brady, Sandi Sigurdson and Stephen McGrath, George and Judy Shepard.
