Education / Community
The BSYO
The Bangor Symphony Youth Orchestras (BSYO), an education program of the Bangor Symphony Orchestra (BSO), gives qualified middle and high school students the opportunity to work with BSO musicians and gain performance experience in an encouraging and motivating environment. The BSYO comprise students who are invited, following an audition, to join one of two ensembles, the Prelude Orchestra and the Philharmonic Orchestra.
For information, please call program coordinator Gina Provenzano at 207.942.5555/800.639.3221 or email her at gina@bangorsymphony.org.
Program Features
- Instruction with BSO musicians, conductors and guest artists
- Winter and spring performance opportunities
- Side-by-side opportunities with BSO musicians
- Peer exchange with other talented young musicians
- Complimentary tickets to BSO concerts
Ensembles
The Prelude Orchestra provides a solid foundation for younger students to learn to play within a full orchestra. It is an ensemble geared toward students who have not had a great deal of experience performing in an ensemble setting, but possess a basic level of musicianship.
Typical age range: 11-13
The Philharmonic Orchestra is an advanced ensemble. Players should have a strong command of their instrument, possess an advanced level of musicianship and have a solid foundation of ensemble experience.
Typical age range: 14-18
Mission
The Bangor Symphony Youth Orchestras enrich the lives and education of Maine students by providing music ensemble experiences of the highest educational standards. The BSYO performances contribute to our cultural fabric today, and ensure the continuation of a community of music lovers for generations to come.
Goals
To deliver a meaningful ensemble experience for developing young musicians;
To provide a rich musical, artistic, and educational experience enhanced by a socially vibrant and rewarding context;
To complement and support the extraordinary efforts of our community’s public and private music educators through collaboration with the Bangor Symphony Orchestra, its musicians, and conductors.
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