about nys

rehearsals,

performances,

and more

Weekly rehearsals are held on Sundays at Norwalk City Hall during our season, which runs from September until early May. Occasionally, weeknight rehearsals are added to the calendar to make up for holidays. Three Sunday concerts are held at City Hall each season, usually in November, February, and May.

Additional performance opportunities include the Tanglewood concert (Concert and Principal) the Carnegie Hall concert (Principal), the Europe trip (Concert and Principal), the annual concert with InTempo (Concert) and more.

Find out more about additional enrichment opportunities, like sectional coaching, our concerto competition, and masterclasses.

programs

We have five leveled orchestras and a brass ensemble for students in 4th-12th grade.

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Prelude​

Philharmonia Strings

Philharmonia Winds

Concert

Principal

Brass Ensemble

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mission statement

The purpose of the Norwalk Youth Symphony is to enrich the lives of young people within a musical community.  We provide the finest possible training, practice and performance opportunities, enabling our students to learn, share and enjoy the power of music.

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In partnership with parents, teachers and schools we:

• provide exposure to diverse orchestral styles under the guidance of musical professionals;

• identify and educate motivated students regardless of financial circumstance;

• foster a sense of achievement and self-esteem through a developmental approach; and

• promote self-discipline and teamwork through respect for artistic standards.

The Norwalk Youth Symphony has always been characterized by gifted musicians, dedicated conductors, challenging music and exciting and exacting performances.