The Salem Youth Symphony Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers an exceptional musical experience to dedicated young musicians through 21 years old from Salem-Keizer and the surrounding communities. During the 2011-2012 season we have about 163 musicians from 12 hometowns and 40 different schools. Quality of musicianship and attention to detail are stressed in the weekly rehearsals, culminating in concerts in which the joy of performing music of the great composers is shared with the audience.
Salem Youth Symphony Association consists of four groups: Mozart Players The Mozart Players, our newest group, is a non-audition, preparatory string group conducted by Deborah Ward. Find out more about The Mozart Players. Amadeus Players The Amadeus Players is an entry level string ensemble conducted by Deborah Ward. Find out more about Amadeus... Philharmonia is a full symphony orchestra (strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion) conducted by Jon Harris-Clippinger. Find out more about Philharmonia. Youth Symphony Youth Symphony is the advanced full symphony orchestra conducted by Larry Garrett. Find out more about Youth Symphony. Participation provides young musicians with opportunities to advance their musical experience by:
Current musicians and families can get the latest information on the Announcements page. Salem Youth Symphony P.O. Box 1113 Salem, OR 97308 | We are grateful for the support of The Keleman Family Fund, Les Schwab, and Mountain West Investment Corporation! The Keleman Family Fund   |