Thursday, May 26
  • Memorial Day Closed Office
  • Congratulations!
  • Welcome SDYS' New Artistic Director
  • Graduating Seniors Video!
  • 2022-2023 Registration & Audition Period
  • Ready, Set, Play! Instrument Camp
  • SDYS is hiring
  • ChIMES Guest Musicians Wanted
  • General Information, Other Events, and Opportunities
‌
Memorial Day Closed Office

In observance of Memorial Day, the office will be closed Monday, May 30. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 31.
Congratulations to everyone on their outstanding performances last weekend at the concerts! All of our talented musicians and families should be very proud!
Welcome SDYS' New Artistic Director

Sameer Patel is delighted to be joining SDYS as the new Artistic Director and would like to share the following message with you all: “I am so thrilled to join the SDYS as Artistic Director. Nothing in my career has brought me greater joy than in my work with young musicians, and I am excited about our new chapter together. I was very impressed by the concerts this weekend, and I want to extend my gratitude to all of the SDYS families and musicians for your efforts in sustaining joyful and enthusiastic music-making in your household and in our community. SDYS has a fantastic team, and I know that together we will all keep the best interests in our minds (and in hearts) for your kids. I look forward to this exciting future together and I look forward to getting to know you!”

Mr. Patel officially starts his first season with SDYS on August 22, 2022. We hope you’ll plan on joining us for a memorable Season’s First Downbeat on August 27 to welcome him.
Graduating Seniors Video!
Congratulations to all graduating seniors on your final SDYS concert! Please see the link below to view the senior slideshow video shown at the Spring Concerts.
22-23 Registration & Audition Period
Now Open!
Deadline June 8

Registration and auditions will open are now open for the 2022-2023 season! We hope that you join us next season to rehearse and perform with your SDYS conductors and friends! Please see the following details about this year's auditions:
  • Returning students must complete their registration and upload their auditions to the Acceptd platform no later than June 8, 2022. 
  • Marching band students may audition (for any SDYS ensemble) from April 15- June 8, and join mid-year.
How to Register & Audition:

  • Complete your Registration for SDYS by June 8: Register Here!
  • Review and prepare all audition requirements listed on our website.
  • This includes scales, solo piece(s), and orchestral excerpts.
  • It is recommended that you review the repertoire requirements with your private teacher. 
  • Complete Audition Application online via Acceptd by June 8: Audition Here!
  • Results will be available in July. Results will not be given over the phone.
Ready, Set, Play! Instrument Camp for Beginners
Monday, June 27 – Friday, July 1, 2022
Wilson Middle School Performing Arts Campus

Experience the joy of learning to play a stringed, wind, brass, or percussion instrument with the fantastic teaching artists of the San Diego Youth Symphony! Students will learn beginning instrumental skills in small group classes throughout the week.
 
Open to students aged 7-12 with no previous experience. Please share with friends and family that you think might be interested!
SDYS is Hiring

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.

  • Strings Teaching Artist
  • Early Childhood Teaching Artist
  • Early Childhood Program Assistant
  • Community Program Assistant
  • Production Assistant
Come Volunteer for ChIMES!
Get a FREE snack voucher to redeem at an SDYS rehearsal!

SDYS' ChIMES program introduces the foundations of music to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers through singing, movement and rhythm activities. One of their favourite parts of class is learning about different instruments from SDYS students like you! As a ChIMES Guest Musician volunteer, you would come visit a ChIMES class to demonstrate your instrument (by playing a very short piece of music of your choosing, and a children's song like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star) and answer any questions families might have about your instrument and being part of SDYS. Students of all ages and from all SDYS ensembles are welcome!  Learn more about becoming a ChIMES Guest Musician here.

Please complete the Guest Musician Interest Form if you are interested - we have volunteer slots available Wed-Sat mornings in April and May! This is a fun experience that also counts for community service or volunteer hours, PLUS you will receive a voucher for a FREE snack at an SDYS rehearsal!

Email us at chimes@sdys.org with any questions. Thank you!
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 Tristan Akers, Conservatory Program Assistant, at takers@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.
Sincerely,
The Conservatory Team
Financial Support Provided by the City of San Diego.
This activity is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency.
Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov.