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Youth Symphonies in NW Washington
The Mt. Baker Youth Symphony in Bellingham, the Fidalgo Youth Symphony in Mt. Vernon, and the Whidbey Island Youth Symphony each have three performing groups: Sinfonette, Junior Symphony, and Youth Symphony. The groups meet for rehearsal weekly during the academic year and perform the following concerts: Fall, Holiday, Spring, and Season Finale.
Watch videos of concerts on our Concert Hall page.
Fidalgo, Mt Baker, and Whidbey Island Youth Symphonies' Audition and Registration Info
Audition now for the new music session.
Email info@fysmbys.org to reserve an audition time.
See fysmbys.org for orchestras' rehearsal times and location addresses.
Youth Orchestra Groups
Sinfonette
The Sinfonette is open to anyone with one year of musical instruction on a stringed or wind instrument or at the director's discretion. This program is an excellent preparation for beginning students as they develop their instrumental skills in preparation for entrance into the Junior Symphony.
Junior Symphony
Conducted by Malcolm Peterson, this ensemble is designed for musicians with a minimum of two years of experience on their instrument. The group performs symphonic arrangements which teach the necessary musical skills needed to advance. They also join with the Youth Symphony for one finale piece per concert, creating the Festival Orchestra. No audition required.
Youth Symphony
Conducted by Sharyn Peterson, this group consists of the most experienced players, who perform challenging symphonic literature on an advanced level. An audition is required.
Mt. Baker Youth Symphony, Bellingham WA
Normally rehearsals are held every Monday evening at Whatcom Hills Waldorf School, located at 941 Austin Street, Bellingham, WA 98229.
- Sinfonette rehearses from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
- Junior Symphony rehearses from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
- Youth Symphony rehearses from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
For information on joining the orchestra, email the director, Mrs. Sharyn Peterson: sharynpeterson@hotmail.com
For complete information, visit the Mt Baker Youth Symphony website.
Fidalgo Youth Symphony, Mt. Vernon, WA
Rehearsals are held every Thursday beginning September 9, 2021, at Salem Lutheran Church, 2529 N.Laventure Rd, Mount Vernon, WA.
Email the director, Mrs. Sharyn Peterson, for more information about joining the orchestra or moving up to a more advanced group: sharynpeterson@hotmail.com
- Sinfonette rehearses from 5:30pm to 6:30pm
- Junior Symphony rehearses from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
- Youth Symphony rehearses from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
View videos of performances
View Youth Orchestra Performance Dates
For information on joining the orchestra, email the director, Mrs. Sharyn Peterson: sharynpeterson@hotmail.com
For complete information, visit the Youth Symphonies' website.
Whidbey Island Youth Symphony, Oak Harbor
Rehearsals are held every Monday at Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, 1253 NW 2nd Avenue, Oak Harbor, WA.
- Sinfonette rehearses from 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm
- Junior Symphony rehearses from 7:30 pm to 8:45 pm
- Youth Symphony rehearses from 7:30 pm to 9 pm
Email the director, Sean Brown, for more information about joining the orchestra or moving up to a more advanced group: seanbrown86@gmail.com
View Youth Orchestra Performance Dates
For complete information, visit the Youth Symphonies' website.
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