Each year the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra offers talented young musicians the opportunity to perform fine orchestral literature and further develop their musical talents through participation in the orchestra’s long-standing Youth Orchestra programs. Chosen through competitive audition, the students in the Dayton Philharmonic Junior String Orchestra and the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra hail from 27 different schools throughout the greater Dayton area and surrounding communities.
Junior String Orchestra
Performers: Grades 6-12
Conductor: Karen Young
This orchestra was established to provide an exceptional musical experience for talented young string students throughout the greater Dayton area. The musicians perform two concerts a year.
For audition information call the DPO Education Department at (937) 224-3521.
Dates:
November 18, 2007, 3:00 pm
March 30, 2008, 3:00 pm
Location: Kettering Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Dates:
December 2, 2007, 2:00 pm
Location: Dayton Art Institute Auditorium
Cost: Free
Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra
Performers: Grades 9-12
Conductor: Patrick Reynolds
The best of the Miami Valley make up this premier orchestra of young people. Members study challenging orchestral music, work with professional musicians, and perform three concerts a year. Founded in 1937, the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra is one of the oldest youth orchestras in the United States.
For audition information call the DPO Education Department at (937) 224-3521.
Concert Dates:
Winter Concert December 2, 2007
Family Concert February 17, 2008
Family Concert April 20, 2008
Spring Concert May 18, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Schuster Center
Cost:
December 2, 2007 – $5
February 17 and April 20, 2008 – $6 to $13
May 18, 2008 – $5
To Order Tickets:
For December 2 and May 18, call the DPO Education Department (937) 224-3521 x-136.
For February 17 and April 20, call Ticket Center Stage (937) 228-3630.
