Masterclass
November 8, 2025 at the WYSO Center for Music
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of artistry and collaboration as Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society’s Co-Artistic Directors, flutist Stephanie Jutt and pianist Jeffrey Sykes, lead a masterclass with WYSO chamber musicians.
Experience world-class chamber coaching up close as these distinguished artists work with two of WYSO’s premier student ensembles — the Lalita Honors Woodwind Quintet and the Pondrom Piano Quartet — exploring ensemble communication, phrasing, and musical expression in real time. Audience members are welcome to observe and learn how great chamber music is shaped from the inside out.
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Did you know…
The WYSO Center
is available for rent?
Are you looking for the perfect space to hold your next rehearsal, recital, meeting or event? The brand new WYSO Center is now available for rent!
The WYSO Center for Music is home to the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras but that’s not all it is! Our new building at 1118 E. Washington Ave. in Madison is already buzzing with musicians and businesses from the larger Madison community. Click below to learn how the WYSO Center can support your next big meeting or event.
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For nearly 60 years, WYSO students rehearsed in borrowed spaces—churches, schools, and parking lots. Today, the WYSO Center for Music is open and thriving, but we need your help to finish strong.
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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....
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