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GTCYS Students Bring Holiday Cheer to Care Homes

Earlier this week, Philharmonia West and Sinfonia West students gifted private concerts to residents of Friendship Village in Bloomington and the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis.  “I like giving back […]

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What a Fun Woodwind Day!

Over 50 GTCYS woodwind players came together to learn from professional Twin Cities musicians in interactive seminars and masterclasses, concluding with a recital! Woodwind Day helps woodwind players across GTCYS’ […]

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The First Week of Chamber Music

Over 50 GTCYS musicians had their first chamber music rehearsal this past week! Students met in small groups to work on developing chamber music techniques under the guidance of a […]

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GTCYS Sponsors Sphinx Virtuosi Concert

By CJ Younger, Communications Manager You’re invited to Visions of Peace, a chamber music performance by Sphinx Virtuosi! GTCYS is proud to sponsor this event as part of our commitment […]

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A Sneak Peek at First Rehearsals!

Over the past week, student musicians came together from across the Twin Cities metro for the first GTCYS rehearsals of the 2025–26 season. Across 11 orchestras, students connected with their […]

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Let’s Check in with GTCYS’ Pathway Musicians!

By CJ Younger, Communications Manager Launched in 2023, GTCYS’ Pathway Musicians Program nurtures the growth and talents of Black/African American and Latinx/Hispanic music students through a comprehensive, personalized support system. […]

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