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Please note that SDYS will be holding its final rehearsals before the May Concerts this weekend, May 13 & 14. Attendance at these rehearsals is mandatory for participation in the May Concert the following weekend.

For more information about registration and auditions please visit sdys.org/auditions. or view our Frequently Asked Questions.

Participation at the concert is required by all students who are performing. Please save the dates for the SDYS' Spring Concerts. There will be dress rehearsals prior to the concert (same day), and as a reminder, students should arrive in their concert attire. 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.

Please note that students will no longer have separate call times for the concerts. All performers will stay on campus after ensemble soundchecks are completed. Please plan on leaving students with everything they need till the end of the concert (clothing, food, water, etc.). Students will still be given a break in between soundcheck and the performance.

Call time:10:10AM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 2:15PM

Call time: 10:35AM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 2:15PM

Call time: 11:00AM

Break time: end of concert, apx. 2:15PM

Call time: 11:20AM

Break time: end of concert, apx. 2:15PM

Call time: 3:30PM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 7:30PM

Call time: 4:05PM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 7:30PM

Call time: 4:40PM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 7:30PM

Call time: 10:50AM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 2:00PM

Call time: 11:15AM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 2:00PM

Call time: 11:40AM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 2:00PM

Call time: 3:40PM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 8:00PM

Call time: 3:40PM

Release time: end of concert, apx. 8:00PM

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(Overture Strings, Overture Winds, Symphonic Strings)

SDYS is looking for enthusiastic parents to help check-in students at the Spring Concerts at Hoover High School Theater on May 20 & 21. If you feel this might be something you are interested in please follow the link below to sign up for a time slot.

If you are graduating from high school and SDYS this year, we would love to acknowledge your accomplishment at the final concert in May!

Applications are due by Sunday, May 14, 2023 by 9PM.

As a ChIMES Guest Musician, you will come visit a class to demonstrate your instrument (by playing a short piece of music of your choosing, and a children's song like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star). Students of all ages and from all SDYS ensembles are welcome! Learn more about becoming a ChIMES Guest Musician here.

We have volunteer slots available Wed - Sat mornings (Balboa Park and Liberty Station locations). Please complete the Guest Musician Interest Form if you are interested, and a staff member will get back to you.

This is a fun experience that also counts for community service or volunteer hours. Thank you!

We have several positions open as we plan to return to in-person activities. If you would like to learn more, please visit www.sdys.org/jobs to read the job descriptions.

Tristan Akers, Program Assistant, at takers@sdys.org.

Please join SDYS in congratulating Erica Wang (flute, Symphony & Chamber Orchestra) for her feature performance on NPR's radio program From The Top!

Erica performed Fantaisie for Flute and Piano by Gabriel Fauré during the segment followed by a wonderful interview. If you would like to listen to Erica's performance please follow the link below. Wonderful Job Erica!

SDYS' very own Ms. Casimiro (conductor of Debut & Overture Strings) has been named the California Music Educators Association’s 2023 CMEA Outstanding Music Educator from the Southern Border Section, as well as the state of California! Ms. Casimiro has been awarded this amazing honor for her work at Wolf Canyon Elementry and collaborative efforts with CVESD VAPA.

The events listed below are for information only. They are not sponsored or evaluated by, and do not have a connection with SDYS.

String, wind, and percussion students grades 5-12 should apply for the two-week camp from June 18 to July 1. Scholarships are available. Visit www.sdsmi.org for more information.

The Hausmann Chamber Music Program summer festival will return to the SDSU campus (presented by the SDSU Community Music School), July 10-15 for dedicated string players and pianists ages 12-22 (younger students may be accepted on a case-by-case basis). The program includes daily coaching sessions for each chamber ensemble, special topics and large group activities. Information can be found at our website, along with the application form.

San Diego Bass Fest is an informative and exploratory five-day double bass workshop presented by the SDSU Community Music School, that takes place June 20-24, 2023 at the School for Music and Dance at San Diego State University, California. This annual San Diego Bass Fest aims to energize and unite the bass community in San Diego and will include internationally renowned bassists and educators to provide one-on-one and group instruction to students of all levels and all ages. The program will include private lessons, group technique classes, solo masterclasses, Bass Orchestra, and recitals.

Formerly COJAC, the California Orchestra Academy will focus on a different theme each year, combining a premier orchestral experience with mentorship, conducting fellowships, masterclasses, leadership training, and more for participants of all backgrounds.

SDYS Students are eligible to automatically receive $1200 off a two-week or $600 off a one-week Idyllwild Arts Summer Program. This offer is good for music workshops including Chamber Music Intensive, Summer Symphony Orchestra, and Junior Instrumental Intensive for young string players.