SYSO Summer Music

The application for both sessions of SYSO Summer Music is now live! Apply Now.

About

Tuition

Key Dates & Timeline

Placement Audition Video

Faculty

Contact

Internship

ABOUT

LOCATION

Shorecrest High School
15343 25th Ave NE
Shoreline, WA 98155

WHEN

Session 1: July 10-21, 2023, 9:00am-12:15pm
Two-week, half day camp
For Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion musicians 9-15 years old with 2+ year playing experience (winds/ brass: 1+ years), who read music

Session 2: July 17-22, 2023, 1:00pm-4:00pm
One-week, half day camp
For violin, viola, cello & bass musicians only 6-10 years old with 1+ year playing experience, who read music

ABOUT

SYSO Summer Music provides a fun summer learning experience for young musicians. Our camps are perfect for musicians looking to play in an orchestra for the first time, as well as intermediate level students wanting a challenge. Our camps will keep students motived and excited about music of the summer, and will build musical skills and confidence through performing in ability-based chamber groups, string orchestra/wind ensembles and a full orchestra. The camps conclude with student concerts for the entire family. SYSO Summer Music students work with Seattle’s finest music educators, learn new repertoire, improve technique on their instrument and make friends!

APPLY

Non-Refundable Application Fee: $60**

TUITION

Session I Program cost: $750 + $60 non-refundable application fee. Financial aid is available to all program participants who demonstrate need.

Session II Program cost: $375 + $60 non-refundable application fee. Financial aid is available to all program participants who demonstrate need.

FINANCIAL AID

Ample financial aid is available to all families who demonstrate need. The financial aid application is embedded in the program application. Please never hesitate to reach out with any questions about the application process or the financial aid form. Reach out to Izchel Chacón, Manager of Orchestra Operations, at izchel.chacon@syso.org with any questions.

KEY DATES & TIMELINE

June 2 – Application deadline; placement videos due; First half tuition payment due

June 7 – Financial aid awards sent

July 5 – Second half of tuition payment due

July 10 – SYSO Summer Music Session I begins

July 16 – SYSO Summer Music Session II begins

DUE DATE: FRIDAY, JUNE 2

Placement Audition Videos are used to place students into the best ensemble based on their ability. We want your musician to be challenged, but also feel comfortable– they will be placed with students at a similar playing ability and age. Our conductors select the best repertoire for their ability and our top-notch music faculty and interns will also be working with your students every step of the way!

After registering, you should have received an email with SYSO Summer Music: Submit your placement video in the subject line to insert your audition video link. Please refer to that email when you’re ready to submit. If you searched your inbox and spam folders and can’t find the email, please contact info@syso.org.

GUIDELINES

Your video should not exceed 3 minutes in length, and should include your musician performing:

Strings, Winds, & Brass:
1) a musical selection of their choice
2) a major and minor scale of their choice
** students can play a 1- to 3-octave scale of their choice. They should prepare what will give us the most accurate representation of their playing.

Percussion:
1) 1 snare solo
2) 1 mallet solo. If you haven’t played mallets, feel free to submit a second recording of a non snare part (this could be a recording of an ensemble)

If you have more questions please email Amy Stevenson
Summermusicdirector@syso.org

Submission Instructions Here

FACULTY

2023 Faculty to be announced in February

CONTACT

Izchel Chacón
izchel.chacon@syso.org
SYSO Summer Music Manager

Amy Stevenson
summermusicdirector@syso.org
SYSO Summer Music Program Director

Thank you for your interest in interning for SYSO Summer Music! This experience will not only offer you a valuable teaching and learning experience with a supportive team of faculty members, but you will also have the opportunity to support learning musicians of different ages and ability. SYSO Summer Music is looking for interns who can help create a fun and exciting environment that campers will remember for years to come!

ELIGIBILITY

16+ years old
Priority will be given to members of Junior Symphony Orchestra, Youth Symphony Orchestra or Seattle Conservatory of Music
Summer alumni and others musicians 16+ years old are still encouraged to apply
Available for Session I only: July 10-21, 2023, 9:00am-12:15pm, plus set-up and tear-down time

COMPENSATION

$300, or community service hours

DEADLINE

Applications will be reviewed starting May 1. Intern selections will happen on a rolling basis, based on instrument need

WHO ARE YOU?

You are passionate about music and summer learning!
You want to be a leader and mentor for young musicians
You want to help faculty lead chamber groups and large ensembles
You are responsible and know when to be a friend vs. be an intern
You take initiative and do things without being asked to do it
You are patient and like to help students learn new skills
You will help students stay safe and have fun at all times
You are energetic and will bring a positive attitude to camp every day

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Create a fun environment for campers – bring your jokes, laughter, and your fun & creative ideas to make this a memorable experience for students! Dust off your pirate hat and clown nose… make students laugh and start new traditions!
Support faculty during rehearsals – you may be asked to demonstrate a technique or work with students in small groups
Support faculty working with students – work with students to correct posture, help them read and follow along to music, and be available to complete faculty requests
Always be present – Be available for ALL camp days, including the concert. Campers will look up to you and look forward to seeing you every day!
Help with other tasks as requested – other duties may include (but are not limited to) distributing t-shirts, cleaning, assisting with check-in, handing out programs, etc. for the in-person concert

IN THIS APPLICATION:

Be prepared the following prompt: Please share with us your perspective on how summer learning can have a positive impact on a student’s life and musical experience. Be sure to include how your journey has been impacted by summer music opportunities and how you will use that to provide an excellent and fun experience for SYSO Summer Music campers.
Upload your music resume (you can include ensembles your have performed with, achievements, notable performances, etc.)

APPLY