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Performance Well Done
Congratulations to all Conservatory musicians who performed on SDYS' year-end concerts this past weekend. These
successful
performances were a culmination of hard work, dedication, and artistry. All students should be very proud of their achievements.
Special kudos go out to Ovation leadership students
Christine Kim
(flute)
and
Erica Hwang
(violin)
for their Carl Reinecke and Samuel Barber concerto tour de force with the Chamber Orchestra. Both Erica and Christine performed
full
concertos that were exceptionally challenging both musically and technically for the soloists, and also for the orchestra. The maturity, poise, and virtuosity demonstrated on stage were beyond reproach. In addition the Symphony Orchestra closed the Ovation concert with a powerful and exciting performance of the Stravinsky Firebird Suite.
Mr Edmons would like to extend a special congratulations to all of the musicians in our Inspiration, Showcase and Ovation Programs for their outstanding end of the year concerts and to all of the SDYS Conductors for their dedication in inspiring and achieving these wonderful spring concert performances.
SDYS is proud of each and everyone's personal achievements at these year-end concerts. Congratulations, enjoy your summer vacation, and we will see everyone in September for another great year of music making!
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June Auditions Have Closed, BUT August Auditions are Available Now!
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August Registration is Open
Our June registration is now closed. August registration is available for
new students only. Do you have any friends who are looking to be a part of SDYS and make music? Please encourage your friends to register at
www.sdys.org.auditions. The deadline to register is Monday, July 24 at 12 NOON.
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Post Audition Information
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What Next?
Now that you've finished your audition for the San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory's 2017-2018 season, here's what happens next:
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On Friday, June 30 ensemble placements and financial aid notifications will be available. Families will be notified via email.
Please do not contact the office regarding your placement before you receive the email. If you decide not to accept the offer of placement in SDYS, please contact Conservatory Program Coordinator, Kyle Henning at khenning@sdys.org
to let him know. Placement decisions are final and cannot be changed.
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On Monday, August 1 tuition is due in order for us to hold your placement in SDYS. The payment options will be outlined in the placement email. If you do not pay tuition by August 1, you will need to pay a $20 late fee in addition to tuition. Please carefully read the appropriate 2017-2018 Musicians' Handbook before paying tuition and make sure you understand the attendance policy. Tuition is non-refundable after September 1, 2017.
- Principals and Assistant Principals in Sinfonia, Wind Symphony, and the Ovation Program: Due Monday, July 11
- All other Ovation Program musicians: Due Monday, August 1
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On Saturday, August 26 musicians and their families, new and returning, are invited to "Season's First Downbeat." This is a family orientation to meet the conductors and administrative staff. You do not need to bring your instrument. SDYS "Weekly Update" emails sent on Thursdays will have more information. Please make sure you add SDYS on your contact list to ensure our emails are not listed as "spam."
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On Saturday, September 9 seating rosters will be available at the first rehearsals for the Ovation and Showcase Programs. Seating placement for Concert Winds will be determined during the season. The Inspiration Program starts on Sunday, September 10. Please arrive 45 minutes early before the rehearsal to get your music, and bring a sharpened pencil with an eraser to this rehearsal (and to all other rehearsals!).
We look forward to another great season of making music.
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Expressive Arts Camp
SDYS is joining forces with National Comedy Theater and the David's Harp Foundation to offer a 5-day arts summer camp,
July 10-14
for high school-aged students. Sign up for chamber music, music production, photography, or improv comedy and join a small group of like-minded teens ready to dive deeper into the arts.
When:
Monday, July 10th - Friday, July 14th
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: David's Harp Foundation
705 16th St, San Diego, CA 92101
Culminating Performance:
Friday night at
6:00 p.m.
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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 Bryan Ping who has been accepted into the Idyllwild Arts International Summer Program on scholarship! This program offers private lessons, master classes, chamber music, performance classes, and recitals and concerts. Through this program Bryan will be given the opportunity to perform at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Kudos to Bryan!
Congratulations to Symphonic Strings conductor, Ulli Reiner, who is a quarter finalist for the 2018 Grammy Education Award. This is the third year in a row that Ms. Reiner has been nominated. Additionally, Ms. Reiner is the only nominee from the San Diego and greater San Diego area. Kudos to Ms. Reiner!
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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.
There are no traffic alerts this weekend!
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Hausmann Chamber Music Program
An intensive chamber music experience for serious string, wind, brass, and piano students ages 12+. For five days, students will be engaged in a dynamic combination of coaching, classes, performances, and social opportunities. Students will not only make music together, they will form lasting friendships. This year HCMP will also be open to pre-formed adult chamber groups, with an option to participate for less than the full five days.
Camp Dates:
June 19-24, 2017
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Eastern U.S. Music Camp
The Eastern U.S. Music Camp, conducted on the beautiful Colgate University campus in central New York State, is designed to provide opportunities and enrichment in all areas of music for youth aged 10-18. Each student is able to design their own schedule, participate in several groups on more than one instrument and/or voice, all for one fee. Supervised sports, recreational and social activities are also an integral part of the summer. The total experience is rewarding musically and socially.
Camp Dates:
June 25-July 22
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Summer Brass Workshop
The summer Brass Workshop provides student and adult brass players the opportunity to learn from professional musicians in master class, sectional coaching, ensemble, and individual and group performance setting. Ensembles will range from large brass ensemble, brass quintets, brass trios, trumpet, horn, trombone, and low brass ensembles. Private lessons are also available during the mornings (7/10-7/14) for an additional fee.
Dates:
July 10 - 14, 2017
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Drum Major Camp
Drum Major Camp is for students looking to further their drum major skills for spinning, field conducting, and leadership. The staff includes some of the world's most accomplished instructors, adjudicators, and clinicians. Students will have the opportunity to conduct their own peers in a real ensemble setting.
Dates:
July 20 - 23, 2017
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Band at the Beach
Band at the Beach is a week long camp for students in grades 7-12 with two full years of school and/or private instruction. SDYS woodwind and brass students will receive a 20% discount for Band at the Beach Music Camp!
Dates:
July 24-28
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Bravo! International Music Academy
Bravo! International Music Academy is a two-week, education intensive music camp for outstanding young string and piano students from around the world.
Dates:
August 2 - 15, 2017
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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 June
Please click
here to see a list of arts events in Balboa Park in June.
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Sincerely,
Kyle Henning
Conservatory Program Coordinator
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