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.
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 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.
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 Notes & Narratives on March 22nd! Step into the world of Gustav Mahler’s "Das Lied von der Erde" at the WYSO Center for Music. This elegant evening features a captivating pre-concert talk with WYSO Music Director Kyle Knox, followed by a stunning performance of Mahler’s symphony with WYSO musicians, members of the Madison Symphony Orchestra, and two renowned vocalists Chaz'men Williams-Ali and Mary Mackenzie.
Concerto Competition Honors Recital, Saturday, February 8 at 7:00pm at the WYSO Center for Music, featuring honorable mentions from the Youth & Philharmonia Concerto Competitions.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 1st, and join us for a delicious celebration of WYSO’s diverse community at the annual Taste of WYSO Potluck! We invite all members and families to bring a dish that represents their background as we celebrate the diversity of our membership through food. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and throughout the morning, each orchestra will have time to step out of rehearsal to enjoy a variety of dishes and connect with their fellow WYSO members. Let’s make this event a flavorful success!
Calling all WYSO Alums! Join us on Saturday, December 21th at the WYSO Center for Music for the 2024 WYSO Alumni Morning Reading Orchestra & Afternoon Recital. Perform with and hear performances by distinguished WYSO alumni.
Calling all WYSO Alums! Join us on Friday, December 20th at the WYSO Center for Music for the 2024 WYSO Alumni Reunion Evening Reception. Meet and mingle with WYSO members past and present before the Alumni Morning Reading Orchestra & Evening Recital (featuring distinguished WYSO Alumni) the following Saturday, December 21st. (Exact times for Alumni Reunion events are still to be determined. Check back soon.)
You're invited to the Winter Chamber Recitals on Tuesday, December 17 at 7:00pm and Wednesday, December 18 at 7:00pm. Join our WYSO Chamber Music groups at the WYSO Center for Music for their first recital of the 2024-2025 Season.
You're invited to the Winter Chamber Recitals on Tuesday, December 17 at 7:00pm and Wednesday, December 18 at 7:00pm. Join our WYSO Chamber Music groups at the WYSO Center for Music for their first recital of the 2024-2025 Season.
Join us on Sunday, December 15th at 3:00pm for the Music Makers Fall Concert! Hosted at the WYSO Center for Music, students will perform with ensemble groups in violin, percussion, guitar, and more!