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Winter Break
Last weekend we had the last rehearsals of 2016, and SDYS is officially on holiday break!
Please note, there are no rehearsals for the remainder of December. Rehearsals will resume on Saturday, January 7, and Sunday, January 8.
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Second Concert Period Policy Reminder
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Second Concert Period has Begun!
The second concert period/semester began on December 3 for all Conservatory ensembles. Below is a reminder of SDYS' policies.
It is important for all parents to communicate with SDYS regarding any expected absence from a rehearsal. Absences, late arrivals, or early departures must be reported through the Parent Portal at
https://myinfo.sdys.org. All of our rehearsal and concert dates are published in the Musicians' Handbooks which can be found linked in your Parent Portal.
In the event of an absence due to unexpected circumstances, parents must email the office within 24 hours and report the absence online through the Parent Portal. The complete Season Calendar and Rehearsal Schedule are listed on your Parent Portal, and we encourage everyone to look ahead and report any projected absences through the portal. Unreported absences are not acceptable.
Debut Classes - No more than
4 absences in semester 2
Inspiration Program - No more than
3 absences in concert period 2
Showcase Program - No more than
3 absences in concert period 2
Ovation Program (Non-Leadership)
- No more than
3 absences in concert period 2
Ovation Program (Leadership)
- No more than
2 absences in concert period 2
High school juniors and seniors in Showcase and Inspiration programs may request one additional absence for extenuating circumstances related to college testing/auditions/visits. Musicians who do not stay within the attendance policy will be excluded from performing in the next concert and will be moved to the back of the section in the following concert period.
All Ovation students may request one additional rehearsal absence within the entire season. Such requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may or may not be excused. Ovation musicians who do not stay within the attendance policy or miss a concert will be dismissed from the Ovation Program except in extreme circumstances.
Please also note that musicians are expected to attend rehearsals even if their instrument is being repaired or if they have a minor personal injury.
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Chamber Music Program
Want to learn a different style of ensemble playing in a small group setting? Chamber music is an excellent opportunity to enhance your musical abilities, improve performance confidence, and develop interpersonal skills.
The program will begin Monday, February 6, 2017. All rehearsals and coachings will take place in Casa del Prado in Balboa Park on either Mondays or Thursdays.
How to Apply
Students should submit an online application and pay tuition by Monday, January 16, 2017. Non-SDYS students will be required to send in a YouTube link of a 2-minute video of your solo. Existing chamber music groups are welcome to apply!
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November Music Educator's Concert Photos
Official SDYS ensemble photos are now available! You can peruse and purchase your child's official 2016-17 ensemble photo, and candid shots below
Candid Photos:
Large Ensemble Photos:
We apologize in advance if your musician was not included in candid
shots as the photos were taken at random for our marketing use.
If you have any technical difficulties or have any questions regarding the photography, please contact the photographer Ken Jacques directly at
ken@kjphotography.com
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Ensemble Ambassador
Do you regularly attend SDYS rehearsals? If so, please consider becoming an Ensemble Ambassador. You will
represent your student's ensemble, acting as a patriot for SDYS at weekend rehearsals, meet new people, build relationships, and liaise with the public
Families who receive Financial Aid can fulfill their volunteer service requirements by serving as an ambassador. For more information, contact Kyle Henning at
khenning@sdys.org
, or sign up below.
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Amazon Smile :)
With the holiday season around the corner, consider using Amazon Smile to help use your holiday cents wisely!
Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to SDYS whenever you shop on AmazonSmile.com.
AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know. Same products, same prices, same service.
How to participate:
1. Use this
link to be taken to the Amazon Smile page.
2. You'll be asked to select "San Diego Youth Symphony" as your chosen charity
3. Shop away from smile.amazon.com, and 0.5% of your purchase will be donated back to SDYS!
Thank you for helping us make music education accessible and affordable for all!
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Share your exciting news about substantial musical achievements!
We'll post them in the weekly update to inspire others!
Please submit your recent music-related accomplishments by email to Conservatory Program Coordinator, Kyle Henning at khenning@sdys.org.
Congratulations to Ms. Ulli Reiner, who was named a finalist on CBS morning news for the 2017 Grammy Education Award! Click the image to see the video announcement.
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General Information, Other Events, and Opportunities
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The events listed below are for information only.
They are not sponsored or evaluated by, and do not have a connection with SDYS.
Musicians are not allowed to exceed the maximum permitted absences according to the Musician's Handbook
by participating in any events listed below.
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Traffic Alert
Every week SDYS will post Balboa Park events that exceed 1,000 people so you can plan your travel accordingly.
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My Voice in the Arts
San Diego Opera's new MY VOICE IN THE ARTS program asks students to share their stories, interests, and perspectives by submitting written descriptions of their own personal artistic experiences. Student submissions will be read by San Diego Opera staff and reviewed by a committee consisting of local arts and civic leaders. Last year, SD Opera awarded over 50 students grades 6-12 (and their chaperones) season tickets to the opera.
Last day to submit an application is Friday, December 16.
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From the Top Scholarship
For more than 15 years, From the Top has celebrated and promoted outstanding young musicians through their NPR radio show and arts leadership programs. In 2005, a partnership with the Jack Ken Cooke Foundation was born, one that would help From the Top identify deserving young musicians with financial need, and offer them a scholarship that would change their lives.
Students can apply for the January 9, and March 1 deadline. To learn more about applying please click here.
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Balboa Park Explorer
Purchase the Balboa Park Explorer through the San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory, and a percentage goes towards our work to "make music education accessible and affordable for all!"
One day, multi-day, and annual pass options are available.
For more information and to purchase your Balboa Park Explorer now,
click here
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Exhibits & Performances
in Balboa Park for December
Please click
here to see a list of arts events in Balboa Park in December.
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Sincerely,
Kyle Henning
Conservatory Program Coordinator
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