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Youth Orchestra Program

New information for Spring 2012!

Program Overview

In order to provide local music students the opportunity to experience playing in a full orchestra ensemble, the NSO partners with the Salem Youth Symphony’s Philharmonic Orchestra (SYSPO). SYSPO is conducted by Jon Harris-Clippinger. Local students are invited to become guest-members of SYSPO for two spring performances at the Newport Performing Arts Center.

This program includes two rehearsals for local students with Mr. Harris-Clippinger, a trip to Salem to rehearse with SYSPO, a dress rehearsal with OPAYCO members, a daytime performance for Lincoln County students, and an evening public performance. Intermediate and advanced students are invited to apply to participate.

Important dates:
Mon. February 20       Applications due!
Wed. March 7             Get your music
Tues. March  20          Rehearsal # 1 in Newport
Mon. April 2               Rehearsal #2 in Salem
Tues. April 17             Rehearsal #3 in Newport
Mon. April 30             Concert day!

Application materials and detailed information (in MS Word):

     Youth Orchestra program information

     Application form

If you have questions, contact the Newport Symphony Office or Education Committee Chair Tom Hurst.
Scenes from previous youth orchestra programs.

This program has been made possible by grants from the Lincoln County Cultural Coalition and the Oregon Community Foundation, and a partnership with Lincoln County School District.