Thank You for Joining Us at the
2022–2023
WYSO Youth Orchestra/MSO Side-by-Side Concert
Saturday, May 20, at 7:00 pm
What a weekend! We’re still marveling at the wonderful performances by WYSO’s orchestras, ensembles, and Music Makers! Thank you families, friends, teachers, and supporters for cheering on WYSO student musicians at these concerts, and through-out the season. You are indispensible in making these experiences so special!
Join Us At The
2022–2023
Bolz Family Spring Concert Series
Sunday, May 21
Thank you, WYSO musicians— for working so hard in rehearsals and at home. Your practice behind the scenes led to amazing performances last weekend!
1:00 PM: Percussion Ensemble and Concert Orchestra
4:00 PM: Harp Ensemble, Opus One, and Sinfonietta Orchestras
7:00 PM: Philharmonia Orchestra, Philharmonia/Concert and Youth Brass Choirs
Join Us At The
2022–2023
WYSO Music Makers
Spring Concert
Tuesday, May 16 at the Capitol Theater
Saturday, May 20 at MYARTS
Thank you families, friends, teachers, and supporters for cheering on the WYSO Music Makers musicians at spring concerts and throughout the season. And thank you, Music Makers, for these wonderful performances!
Audition for WYSO!
2023-2024
Our Auditions are Under Way!
Join Us At The
2022–2023
WYSO Concerto Competition
Winners & Honorable Mentions
Each year, WYSO hosts a concerto competition for members in the Philharmonia and Youth Orchestras. Read more about the winners and honorable mentions!
Join Us In The
2022–2023
Note by Note Campaign
for the WYSO Center for Music!
Learn more about this exciting new home for WYSO
under construction in the 1100 block of East Washington Avenue
WHO
WE ARE
OUR
EVENTS
MEMBER’S
AREA
Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras
IMAGINE a new home for WYSO with room for all of WYSO’s current programs under a single roof, with state- of-the-art rehearsal spaces for orchestras and ensembles of all sizes, studio teaching spaces, admin offices, and a music library. With a location in a vibrant section of downtown Madison, WYSO can become a part of a growing youth arts community and a key collaborator to foster creativity and community events.
ABOUT
WYSO
WYSO was established in 1966 by Professor Marvin Rabin of the University of Wisconsin-Extension. More than 5,000 young musicians from communities throughout southern Wisconsin have participated in WYSO during its 50+ years of existence. Under the artistic direction of Kyle Knox, WYSO includes orchestras, chamber groups, ensemble programs, and the WYSO Music Makers program.
OUR MISSION
Enriching Lives by Providing Transformational Musical Experiences & Opportunities
Derek Powell
Derek Powell is a versatile violinist and recording artist, as comfortable on-stage performing alternative styles as he is uncovering the subtleties of the great classical works. Currently based in Washington, D.C., Derek performs with the National Symphony Orchestra....
Derek Powell
Derek Powell is a versatile violinist and recording artist, as comfortable on-stage performing alternative styles as he is uncovering the subtleties of the great classical works. Currently based in Washington, D.C., Derek performs with the National Symphony Orchestra....
SUPPORT
WYSO
Your donation will provide opportunity and inspiration that lasts a lifetime. We are thankful for your support and investment in our students!
UPCOMING