West Island Youth Symphony Orchestra

Programs and Services

Symphony Orchestra

• The Symphony Orchestra is conducted by a professional conductor for musicians ages 14-25.
• The rehearsals are Sunday afternoons and the orchestra plays a classical repertoire.
• Music camp is available at the beginning of the season, as well as workshops led by professional musicians.

String Orchestra

• The String Orchestra is for musicians ages 9-16 and plays both a classical and popular repertoire.
• The rehearsals are Sunday afternoons and a music camp is offered every spring.

Small Ensembles

• Various small ensembles, such as string quartets and trios, woodwind and brass ensembles, are formed from members of the WIYSO.
• These ensembles rehearse separately from the main orchestra and give public and private performances.