Organization

Intermezzo and Prelude Strings Ensembles Concert

Presented by San Jose Youth Symphony at Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley

March 10, 2012

The Intermezzo String Ensemble prepares young musicians for playing in a full orchestra. Members perform string music that builds upon theoretical and musical concepts covered in the Prelude String Ensemble. Emphasis is given to listening skills as related to playing in a large ensemble.

The Prelude String Ensemble provides a high quality introduction to important concepts of performing in an ensemble. Members apply their technical knowledge of how to play their instrument to

Philharmonic Orchestra Concert

Presented by San Jose Youth Symphony at California Theatre

March 17, 2012

The Philharmonic Orchestra is the premier orchestra of the San Jose Youth Symphony. The members are outstanding players who demonstrate strong musicianship, have highly advanced technique, and are capable of the discipline necessary to perform in a pre-professional orchestral setting. The Philharmonic Orchestra performs three subscription concerts per year in December, March and June at the historic California Theater in downtown San Jose. The concerts showcase a wide range of challenging

Concert Orchestra and Avant Flute Choir Concert

Presented by San Jose Youth Symphony at Los Gatos United Methodist Church

March 18, 2012

The Concert Orchestra and Avant Flute Choir join together for a great afternoon of music!

Beaming with talent, dedication and passion, the Avant Flute Choir of the San Jose Youth Symphony organization has grown into a formidable ensemble over the past eight years. The ensemble plays a well-rounded and eclectic curriculum for the eager performing flutists with performance opportunities that provide a rich diversity in musical selections ranging from Classical, 20th Century Music,

Concert Wind and Percussion Ensemble Concert

Presented by San Jose Youth Symphony

January 22, 2012

The Concert Wind Ensemble is designed to develop the overall ability of the young woodwind and brass musicians. Students in this ensemble perform band works at grades 2-4 which is standard for most middle school ensembles. Concert Winds is also designed for the more proficient high school/middle school musician desiring to learn a new instrument to enhance the ensemble instrumentation and balance in their current school program.

The Percussion Ensemble offers an opportunity for

Chamber Orchestra Concert

Presented by San Jose Youth Symphony at Santa Clara University - Recital Hall

January 21, 2012

The Chamber Orchestra is one of San Jose Youth Symphony’s premiere ensembles alongside the Philharmonic Orchestra. It is for musicians of high school age at the advanced musical level. The Chamber Orchestra will perform two concerts every season. Programs will include chamber orchestra works as well as music written for small chamber groups and solo parts.

San Jose Youth Symphony - Season of Hope Performance Series

Presented by San Jose Youth Symphony at Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph

December 17, 2011

Come celebrate the Twelve Days before Christmas! San Jose Youth Symphony, conducted by Yair Samet, will perform in the Basilica for the Season of Hope.

The 16th Annual Season of Hope Performance Series offers nourishment for the spirit by presenting a soul-satisfying multicultural musical event for everyone to enjoy during the holiday season. This event is a wonderful collaboration between various arts organizations and the San Jose Cathedral Foundation’s Office of Social

Philharmonic Orchestra Christmas Concert

Presented by San Jose Youth Symphony at Los Gatos United Methodist Church

December 11, 2011

The Philharmonic Orchestra is the premier orchestra of the San Jose Youth Symphony. The members are outstanding players who demonstrate strong musicianship, have highly advanced technique, and are capable of the discipline necessary to perform in a pre-professional orchestral setting.

Intermezzo and Prelude Strings Ensembles Concert

Presented by San Jose Youth Symphony at Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley

December 10, 2011

The Intermezzo String Ensemble prepares young musicians for playing in a full orchestra. Members perform string music that builds upon theoretical and musical concepts covered in the Prelude String Ensemble. Emphasis is given to listening skills as related to playing in a large ensemble.

The Prelude String Ensemble provides a high quality introduction to important concepts of performing in an ensemble. Members apply their technical knowledge of how to play their instrument to