The Salem Youth Symphony Association is a non-profit organization that offers an exceptional musical experience to dedicated young musicians up to 21 years old from Salem-Keizer and the surrounding communities.  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 consists of three groups:  

Amadeus is an entry level string ensemble conducted by Deborah Ward.

Philharmonia is a full symphony orchestra (strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion) conducted by  Jon Harris-Clippinger.

Youth Symphony is the advanced full symphony orchestra conducted by Larry Garrett.

Participation provides young musicians with opportunities to advance their musical experience by:

• building their repertoire of orchestral works
• performing in a full symphony orchestra
• sharing music with the community
• enhancing confidence, self-esteem and discipline
• refining skills with sectional coaches who are professional musicians

The organization's history was assembled for the 50th Anniversary Celebration in 2005, and it can be found on Henry Strobel's website (here).

Salem Youth Symphony
P.O. Box 1113
Salem, OR 97308

503-485-2244
info@salemyouthsymphony.org