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Dubuque Youth EnsemblesThe Dubuque Youth Ensembles are a dynamic portion of the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra’s educational programs. The Dubuque Youth Ensembles are dedicated to the comprehensive training of talented young musicians in the finest techniques of instrumental musicianship. This includes performing with other talented musicians from Dubuque and the surrounding areas, performing a wide variety of classical and light classical repertoire and receiving coaching from professional musicians.
Dubuque Youth String Ensemble
The Dubuque Youth String Ensemble (DYSE) is an introductory honors ensemble for young string players. The ensemble focuses on developing string technique, ensemble skills, and gaining performance experience. Musicians participating in the DYSE will focus on chamber orchestra music as a tool to develop advanced string technique and ensemble skills. Musicians performing in the Dubuque Youth String Orchestra generally have 3-4 years of playing experience. The DYSE is conducted by Michelle Long.
Dubuque Youth Symphony Orchestra
The Dubuque Youth Symphony (DYSO) was founded in 1968 as a feeder ensemble for the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra. Today the ensemble exists as an honors youth orchestra for students living in the Dubuque area. Musicians in the Dubuque Youth Symphony Orchestra gain experience performing standard classical repertoire in a full orchestra setting. In the Spring of 2008 the DYSO is conducted by Kevin Price while Barry Ellis is on sabbatical. Dr. Ellis will return in the Fall, 2008.
Audition Information
Auditions for membership in any of the Dubuque Youth Ensembles occur in the Spring of each year. Auditions for the 2008 - 2009 season have concluded, but an extra fall audition date has been added. For more information, please click here.
For general audition information, click here.
For all other questions, please contact info@dubuquesymphony.org.
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