Stories

Performing GTCYS’ season finale, “Jupiter”, is an annual hallmark that spans nearly 20 years. Bringing the entire GTCYS student body together in a mass performance is a moving demonstration of […]

GTCYS is excited to announce a new series of FREE interactive online sessions with GTCYS conductors, staff, and special guests for this summer! These sessions cover a wide range of musical topics […]

On behalf of our Board of Directors, conductors, and staff, I hope this finds each of you safe and healthy. The world around us has clearly changed in the last […]

Kids and families sang, danced, and enjoyed stories at Concert Orchestra’s third annual Sing-Along Concert. Led by GTCYS conductor Mark GTCYS and in partnership with Music Together in the Valley, […]

Each year, GTCYS conductor Dan Mollick and Concertino students collaborate with professional artists to explore cultures outside of the traditional classical music world. This year, Mariachi mi Tierra joined Concertino […]

Thousands of audience members packed into Orchestra Hall to experience our Fall Festival. Featuring all nine orchestras across three concerts, Fall Festival highlights every orchestra’s musicianship and hard work. Just […]

Dear Friends, Maestro Smith and I are excited to announce that GTCYS will expand its programming next season to increase access for more young musicians. By adding a new school-year […]

Music and laughter soared through the crisp fall air to join the rustling leaves and crackling twigs at our fall retreats. Our young musicians from Sinfonia East, Camerata, and Concert […]

We kicked off our 48th season this past weekend! Hundreds of families attended our kick-off event to begin their season with GTCYS. Watch the video below for a glimpse at […]

The season is coming to a close as our students are in final rehearsals for this year’s Spring Festival performances.  This showcase features the inspiring talents of all nine orchestras […]