Thursday, November 8
Ovation Rehearsal Tonight
Thursday, November 8
Just a reminder that Ovation musicians have rehearsal this evening (Thursday, November 8) here in Balboa Park.

Call Time: 5:45pm
Symphony Orchestra: 6pm-8pm
Chamber Orchestra: 8:10pm-9pm
Please check https://www.balboapark.org/plan/traffic-alerts  for any updates.
Traffic Alert
November 10
Every week SDYS will post Balboa Park events that exceed 1,000 people so you can plan your travel accordingly.

JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes
November 10, 2018
6:00 am - 11:00 am

Events and closures on 6th Avenue & Laurel North Lawn, Balboa Drive, and 6th Avnue
Office Closure
Monday, November 12
SDYS offices will be closed on Monday, November 12 in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you to all of our veterans for your commitment and service. 

We will resume normal office hours on Tuesday, November 13.
Emily Persinko
Goodbye, Emily!
Congratulations to Emily Persinko , who has accepted a full-time job as Learning and Community Engagement Programs Coordinator at the San Diego Symphony. Emily has worked as a Production Assistant at SDYS for almost two years. She says, "Working with my colleagues and the students at SDYS...is part of the reason why I decided to continue pursuing a career in a music education environment." We are excited for Emily as she begins her full-time career with the Symphony. Look for her this Saturday at rehearsals and on Sunday at the Showcase concert to say goodbye.
Welcome, Steven!
This weekend we welcome Steven Soto to our production team. He is a music major at Grossmont Community College, plays the tuba, and received the "Semper Fidelis" Award for Musical Excellence last year. Steven also works as a YMCA Youth Leader to elementary and middle school students. He'll work his first shift at the Inspiration concert this Saturday.
Steven Soto
November 10 and 11 Concert Call Times
THIS WEEKEND!
There will be regular rehearsals on Saturday, November 10, but no rehearsals on Sunday, November 11 . We encourage students in Debut and Beginning Classes to attend the concert.

Participation at the concert is required by all performers.  Please arrive in concert attire . There will be dress rehearsals prior to the concert at the venues, and as a reminder, any musician who misses the dress rehearsal will forfeit
participation in the concert.  All students are expected to attend the entire concert, out of respect for their fellow musicians . Additionally, we are guests at the College Avenue Baptist Church and California Center for the Arts. As representatives of SDYS, musicians are expected to act respectfully with no cell phone usage during the dress rehearsal and concert.
Saturday, November 10, 2018 - 6pm Concert
Inspiration Concert (Symphonic Strings, Overture Strings, Overture Winds)
College Avenue Baptist Church
4747 College Avenue, San Diego, 92115

Musician Call & Release Times

Symphonic Strings
Rehearsal Call: 2:00PM 
Rehearsal Release: 3:05PM
Concert Call: 5:35PM

Overture Strings
Rehearsal Call: 2:30PM
Rehearsal Release: 3:45PM
Concert Call: 5:45PM

Overture Winds
Rehearsal Call: 3:10PM
Rehearsal Release: 4:25PM
Concert Call: 5:25PM


Sunday, November 11, 2018 - 1pm Concert
Showcase Concert (Sinfonia, Wind Symphony, Concert Orchestra, Concert Winds)
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
340 N. Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025

Musician Call & Release Times

Sinfonia
Rehearsal Call: 8:45AM 
Rehearsal Release: 9:50AM
Concert Call: 11:45PM

Wind Symphony
Rehearsal Call: 9:10AM
Rehearsal Release: 10:25AM
Concert Call: 12:00PM

Concert Orchestra
Rehearsal Call: 9:55AM
Rehearsal Release: 11:00AM
Concert Call: 12:15PM

Concert Winds
Rehearsal Call: 10:30AM
Rehearsal Release: 11:35AM
Concert Call: 12:30PM


Sunday, November 11, 2018 - 6pm Concert
Ovation Concert (Symphony Orchestra, Wind Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra)
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
340 N. Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025

Musician Call & Release Times

Call Time for ALL Ovation Musicians: CHANGED : 3:00PM

Wind Orchestra
Rehearsal Release: 4:05PM
Concert Call: 5:20PM

Symphony Orchestra
Rehearsal Release: 4:40PM
Concert Call: 5:30PM

Chamber Orchestra
Rehearsal Release: 5:05PM

We encourage all Ovation students to bring water and something to eat during their break times.
Volunteer Opportunities
On Saturday, November 10 and Sunday, November 11 our Inspiration, Showcase, and Ovation students will perform in our Tribute to Veterans concerts. Would you like to lend a hand by volunteering?
Thank you for your consideration.
Concert Tickets
Tribute to Veterans Concerts
November 10 & 11

Celebrate San Diego’s military with us at our first-ever Tribute to Veterans Concerts over Veterans Day weekend, November 10 & 11, as we recognize and honor those who serve and have served our country. These special performances will include patriotic repertoire as well as classical selections performed by our foundational, intermediate, and advanced level ensembles.

Please note: Tickets for these concerts are no longer available for purchase online. However, tickets will be available at the door.

For questions or problems regarding concert tickets, please contact Hannah Pierangelo at  hpierangelo@sdys.org  or 619-233-3232 ext. 115.
December Nights
December 7 and 8
Changed!
Please note that rehearsals on Saturday, December 1 will be held in Balboa Park and NOT offsite. We will instead hold offsite rehearsals on Saturday, December 8 due to a change in December Nights here in the park. There will be slight modifications in rehearsal times that day as a result. More detailed information to come!
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 
Congratulations!
Musical Artstop Participants
This past Sunday, a number of SDYS students performed at Musical Artstops with the San Diego Museum of Art. There was a great turn out and as always, it was wonderful way to experience the art museum, for both the musicians and the audience.

Congratulations to all of our Musical Artstop participants!
Please stay tuned for another opportunity to sign up for Musical Artstops in the Spring. The second performance will be on May 12, 2019.
Kudos!
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 .

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.
All State Audition Repertoire Masterclass with Sarah Skuster
Free event
This masterclass is free and open to the public and will cover the repertoire for the All State and All Southern California High School and Junior High Honor Band and Orchestra auditions and will also feature Ms. Skuster’s performance of Handel’s Sonata in G Minor.

Those interested in performing should contact Sarah Skuster at sarah_skuster@yahoo.com .

When: Sunday, November 11 at 10:30 am

Where: San Diego State University's School of Music and Dance
Sarah Skuster, principal oboist with the
San Diego Symphony
Instrumentalists Needed
The Coronado Naval Base is planning the music for their Christmas celebrations. This year, they would like to add to their instrumental ensemble to help lead the congregation in music. We are looking for instrumentalists who can play at both of the following services:
North Island NAS:  December 24 (Christmas Eve) – 4:00 p.m. caroling and mass.
Naval Amphibious Base:  December 25 (Christmas Day) – 10 a.m. mass.

A stipend will be provided. Materials to help you prepare will be distributed in advance. There will be one or two rehearsals. Base access will be arranged for participants.

If interested, and you play trumpet, cello, oboe, or violin, please contact the Director of Music for the Coronado Naval Bases by November 5 .  

Jim Stoneman
(909) 730-6589
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.