Jon Harris-Clippinger, Musical Director
Salem Orchestra & Salem Youth Symphony Present:
3rd Annual Side-by-Side Concert
Join us for an evening of musical magic at the 3rd Annual Side-by-Side concert, featuring Salem Orchestra and Salem Youth Symphony. Experience Salem Orchestra’s enchanting performances of Mendelssohn’s “Midsummer Night’s Dream” Overture and Symphony No. 4, followed by Salem Youth Symphony’s captivating performance of Dukas’ “Sorcerer’s Apprentice.”Don’t miss the grand finale as both orchestras unite for Tchaikovsky’s lively “Capriccio Italien.” Witness the fusion of talent and the legacy of classical music. Join us for an unforgettable evening of collaboration, passion, and musical brilliance.
DATE: Sunday, May.19.2024
TICKETS: Students $15-$18, Adults $35-$41
LOCATION: Elsinore Theatre 170 High Street, Salem, OR 97301
SHOWTIME: 6:00 PM DOORS OPEN: 5:30 PM
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AUDITION FOR SALEM YOUTH SYMPHONY
We are now accepting audition applications for the upcoming 2024-2025 season! All public, private, and home school students through 22 years old are welcome to audition!
Youth Symphony auditions – June 1 and June 2.
Philharmonia Woodwind/Brass/Percussion Auditions – June 1.
Philharmonia String Auditions – June 2
Amadeus Players Auditions – September 21.
Mozart Players is a non-audition group, teacher recommendation required.
Audition Music can be found HERE.
To apply for SYS, please fill out the Online Audition Application Form.
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ABOUT SALEM YOUTH SYMPHONY
The Salem Youth Symphony Association fosters the talents of dedicated young musicians by providing them with the opportunity to develop a deeper appreciation of orchestral music, enhance their performance skills, and contribute to the community through their musical expression.
Salem Youth Symphony provides four levels of orchestral experience geared for youth throughout age twenty-two. Read More HERE or (Click on each orchestra for more information on skill level)
Mozart Players
Mozart Players is a non-audition, preparatory string ensemble conducted by Rachael Anderson. Mozart Players engages primarily students in grades 4-7. Teacher recommendation is required for first time Mozart Players.
Amadeus Players
Amadeus Players is a mid-level string ensemble conducted by Mac Mayer. Amadeus engages primarily students in grades 5-9. Audition required.
Philharmonia
Philharmonia is an advanced full symphony orchestra conducted by Danny Hunt. Philharmonia comprises talented student musicians who want to develop orchestral performance skills.
Youth Symphony
Youth Symphony is the premier full symphony orchestra conducted by Musical Director Jon Harris-Clippinger. Youth Symphony comprises the most talented and dedicated student musicians through age 22.
School Music Ensemble Participation Requirements
Salem Youth Symphony, in support of public and private school music programs, requires students to be enrolled in a musical ensemble offered at their school for their instrument. Wind and percussion instrumentalists will participate in their school band program. String instrumentalists will participate in their school orchestra program. The policy does not apply to students whose educational setting does not offer a musical ensemble for their instrument.
Donate to Salem Youth Symphony
Please support music and the development of young talent through a generous donation to Salem Youth Symphony. SYS is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. Your tax deductible contribution will make a difference in a young player’s life.
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Statement of Inclusivity
SYS is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion by welcoming young musicians, their families, and audience members of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and socio-economic circumstances.
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