You're invited to the Spring Chamber Recitals on Tuesday, April 15 and Wednesday, April 16. Join our WYSO Chamber Music groups at the WYSO Center for Music for their final recital of the 2024-2025 Season.
Join us for an evening of exceptional chamber music as WYSO’s top Honors Ensembles take the stage at Capitol Lakes. The recital will feature performances by the Pondrom Piano Quartet and the Lalita Woodwind Quintet, showcasing the talent and artistry of some of WYSO’s most advanced young musicians.
Tune in to The Midday with Norman Gilliland on Wisconsin Public Radio for a special live broadcast featuring performances by WYSO’s Pondrom Honors Quartet and Lalita Honors Woodwind Quintet.
Join us for the first-ever Music Makers Percussion Showcase, a joyful celebration of musical progress and community connection—free and open to the public. What began in 2021 as a small hand drumming pilot program has grown into a vibrant initiative serving over 40 students across five percussion classes. This culminating concert features performances by all three Music Makers Hand Drumming classes, a Mallet Percussion Ensemble, and a full Percussion Ensemble, including three students from the original 2021 cohort.
You're invited to WYSO's Eugenie Mayer Bolz Family Spring Concerts: Percussion Ensemble and Concert Orchestra! WYSO's Percussion Ensemble and Concert Orchestra will perform at the Hamel Music Center on Saturday, May 17th from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
You're invited to WYSO's Eugenie Mayer Bolz Family Spring Concerts: Concert-Philharmonia Brass Choir, and Philharmonia Orchestra! The Concert-Philharmonia Brass Choir, and Philharmonia Orchestra will perform at the Hamel Music Center on Saturday, May 17th from 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm.
You're invited to WYSO's Eugenie Mayer Bolz Family Spring Concerts: Harp Ensemble, Opus One Orchestra, and Sinfonietta Orchestra! WYSO's Harp Ensemble, Opus One Orchestra, and Sinfonietta Orchestra will perform at the Hamel Music Center on Sunday, May 18th from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.
Join us on Sunday, May 18th at 3:00pm for the Music Makers Spring Concert! Hosted at the Madison Youth Arts Center (MYArts), students will perform with ensemble groups in violin, percussion, guitar, and more!
You're invited to WYSO's Eugenie Mayer Bolz Family Spring Concerts: Youth Brass Choir and Youth Orchestra! This is the third and final concert of WYSO's 24-25 season. WYSO's Youth Brass Choir and Youth Orchestra will perform at the Hamel Music Center on Sunday, May 18th from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
Join us for a special evening of music, community, and behind-the-scenes insight at the WYSO Music Makers Summer Session, featuring the celebrated Willy Street Chamber Players and guest flutist Sonora Slocum.
The Music Makers community gathers to kick off the year with food, fun, and orientation for students and families. This casual outdoor event welcomes new and returning participants with opportunities to meet teaching artists, learn about the season ahead, and connect with fellow families over a shared meal.
The season begins! Our orchestras return to the WYSO Center for their very first rehearsals of the year. While this is not a public event, it marks an exciting milestone in our calendar as over 500 young musicians begin their musical journey together—meeting their conductors, exploring repertoire, and setting the tone for the year ahead.