Thursday, June 21
Post Audition Information
Now that you’ve finished your Conservatory audition with the San Diego Youth Symphony’s 2018-2019 season, here’s what happens next:

On Tuesday, July 3 , ensemble placements and tuition assistance 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, please contact the SDYS office at registration@sdys.org to let us know. Placement decisions are final and cannot be changed. If you haven’t applied for tuition assistance yet and would like to, please contact Brenna Casey at bcasey@sdys.org .

On Wednesday, August 1 at 12 NOON , tuition is due in order for us to hold your Conservatory placement. Tuition payment options will be outlined in the placement email. If you do not pay tuition by August 1 at 12 NOON, you will need to pay a $20 late fee in addition to tuition. Please carefully read the appropriate 2018-2019 Musicians’ Handbook before paying tuition and make sure you understand the attendance policy. Tuition is non-refundable after September 1, 2018 .

If you are placed in the Ovation ensembles and/or if you are assigned a leadership position in Ovation or Showcase, please turn in your Commitment Form by the following deadlines:
  • Tuesday, July 10 NOON
` Ovation Principal and Assistant Principal commitment forms due
  • Wednesday, August 1 NOON
Non-leadership Ovation, and Showcase (Principals only) Commitment Forms due

On Saturday, August 25 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.

On Saturday, September 8 (Showcase and Ovation Levels) and Sunday, September 9 (Inspiration Level), seating rosters will be available at the first rehearsals. 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 a great season of making music!

Questions? Email registration@sdys.org.
Donate an Instrument
We are accepting wind and string instruments that will all be going to conservatory and community 
students that need them. You can drop them off Monday - Friday during regular business hours, or 
on the weekends during rehearsals.

We have an immediate need for trombones! 

For any questions regarding instrument donations please email Charlie Perkes 
Kudos!
Maximus Chan (Sinfonia and Wind Symphony - Principal Oboe) has been accepted to Brevard Music Institute’s Composition Program this summer. Max was one of four high school students (along with 16 college students) accepted to the 6 week program.

Amaia Schmitigal  (Concert Orchestra - Violin) won 3rd place at the Inaugural 2018 Chopin Festival on April 2018 sponsored by the MTAC San Diego Branch and the First Presbyterian Church of San Diego. She won 3rd place in  Chopin's Waltz/Mazurka category.

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, Brenna Casey at   bcasey@sdys.org .
Maximus Chan
Amaia Schmitigal
General Information, Other Events, and Opportunities 

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.
International Music Sessions
You are invited to participate in a premiere summer program that celebrates cultural exchange through music and study with world class artist and meet musicians from all over the world!

IMS Tuition : $1000 
UCSD Room & Board fee : $700 (optional) 
Audition Requirements : 2 contrasting works 

Villa Music 2018 Summer Orchestra
The Villa Musica Summer Orchestra, now in its 6th year, is made up of a community of musicians aged between 13 and 75, who come together to make music.

This year the VMSO program will offer two programs, conducted by William Gilmer.

Auditions for new members will be held on Sunday July 8, 3-5pm and Saturday July 14, 3-5pm for the Full Orchestra. If you would like to audition please email orchestra manager Dan Weiss at vmso@villamusica.org .

Summer Brass Workshop
Are you a Brass Player? Know of someone who might be interested in a a Summer Brass Workshop?

Don't miss this chance to work with Westwind Brass who are the artists in residence at San Diego State University.
Bertrand's Music
Summer Music Camps and Classes
Summer lessons and classes are just what your student needs to prepare for beginning band or orchestra this fall. Don't miss the chance for your student to get a head start.

NYO - U Mini Masterclasses
Welcome to NYO-U! Written and produced by members of the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA) and NYO2, this free online video series is perfect to share with students who are looking for ways to take their playing to the next level. 

Topics include:
  • Mental practicing tips
  • Dealing with musical injuries 
  • Mastering fast passages 
  • Conquering stage fright 

What topics do you think would be particularly helpful for your students? Send your ideas to  info@weillmusicinstitute.org . We would love to hear from you! 
Sincerely,
Brenna Casey
Conservatory Program Coordinator
Financial support provided by the City of San Diego.