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ABOUT SYSO

Founded in 1942, Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra (SYSO) is the largest youth orchestra training program in the United States. The organization serves over 1,893 diverse students each year with five orchestras, two summer festival programs, and extensive partnerships with local public schools. By awarding over $200,000 in financial aid annually, SYSO ensures that every talented student can participate in our programs, regardless of financial resources.

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MISSION

SYSO harnesses the power of music education to provide young people pathways to artistic excellence, intellectual development and emotional growth.

PROGRAMS

SYSO’s offerings fall into four categories: orchestras, conservatory, education, and summer programs.

ACADEMIC YEAR ORCHESTRAS

ACADEMIC YEAR ORCHESTRAS

Academic Year Orchestras

The Academic Year Orchestra Program serves over 490 students through 5 full orchestras, rehearsing every Saturday and culminating in 3 public concerts.

Seattle Conservatory of Music

Seattle Conservatory of Music

Seattle Conservatory of Music

A series of fun and challenging classes that include musicianship, composition, chamber ensembles, and other music electives.

SYSO in the Schools

SYSO in the Schools

SYSO in the Schools

SYSO supports public school instrumental music programs by providing instruction in 25 Seattle-area public schools serving over 600 students annually.

SUMMER PROGRAMS

SUMMER PROGRAMS

Summer Programs

Summer SYSO opportunities include the advanced Marrowstone Music Festival, and our 2-week program for beginning orchestra students, SYSO Summer Music.

Founded in 1942, Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra is the largest youth orchestra training program in the United States.

Contact Us

11065 5th Ave NE, Suite A
Seattle, WA 98125

206.362.2300 | info@syso.org

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  • Contact
  • Work With Us
  • For Coaches
  • Student Portal
  • About
    • About SYSO
    • Tuition & Financial Aid
    • Parent Association
    • Alumni
    • Faculty
      • Conductors
      • Coaches & Faculty
    • Staff & Board
    • Work With Us
  • Programs
    • Orchestras
      • Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra
      • Junior Symphony Orchestra
      • Debut Symphony Orchestra
      • Symphonette Orchestra
      • Prelude String Orchestra
      • MY Southeast
    • Conservatory
      • Seattle Conservatory of Music
    • School
      • Endangered Instruments
      • Musical Pathways Project
    • Summer Programs
      • Marrowstone Music Festival
      • SYSO Summer Music
  • Events
    • Concerts & Tickets
    • 2022-23 Concerto Competition
  • Audition
  • Support
    • Make a Gift
    • Annual Fund
    • Corporate Giving
    • Estate Giving
    • Our Sponsors
  • Media
    • Leadership Letter
    • Photos & Video
    • Press
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