2026 Tour Day 3: Waitomo Caves & Mitai Māori Village
Kia Ora, this is Evan giving updates about our day in Rotorua and Waitomo! We started our day at 7:00am with a beautiful sunrise over the sulfur lake in Rotorua. […]
Read More2026 Tour Day 2: Climbing Mount Eden
Kia Ora! This is Layla with some updates from our first full day in Auckland, New Zealand. After our long days of traveling, both flight groups made it to Auckland […]
Read More2026 Tour Day 1: Traveling to Auckland
Kia Ora!! My name is Karina and I was in flight group 1. Our journey started by flying from MSP to O’Hare airport in Chicago. We had a short layover […]
Read MoreHighlights from the Symphony Tour Send-Off Concert
Find photos, the concert recording, messages to Symphony, and a tour program recap below. What a breathtaking evening! We’re so grateful to the 900+ families, friends, alums, music teachers, and […]
Read MoreShare the Tour Send-Off Concert Flyer!
We created a flyer to spread the word about the upcoming June 11 Tour Send-Off Concert. Send to friends and family, and post in the community to invite everyone to […]
Read MoreSign up for GTCYS Summer Camp!
Dive into a summer filled with music, friendship, and fun at GTCYS’ orchestra camps! Led by GTCYS’ artistic staff and open to students ages 8–18 with at least one year […]
Read MoreGreater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies Embarks on Landmark Tour to New Zealand and Australia
Photo credit: Jacob West From the Twin Cities to the Sydney Opera House, these students’ journey reflects a rare combination of artistic excellence, access, and global ambition. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE […]
Read MoreCommunity Concerts, featuring Chamber Musicians!
Join us at one of our free public concerts to enjoy some delightful music, from contemporary pieces to classical works. Check out our 2025–26 season brochure for the full list of […]
Read MoreStarting the Semester Off Together
Music is a powerful source of connection, inspiration, and unity. Over the past week, our priority has been supporting our students and families, and doing even more to create a […]
Read MoreConnect with the Community at a GTCYS Concert!
Join us at one of our free public concerts to enjoy some delightful music, from contemporary pieces to classical works. Plus, Student Leadership Team organized donation drives at every concert […]
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