Philharmonia East Fall Retreat Details
Hello Philharmonia East students,
Your fall retreat is coming up on Saturday, September 26, from 9:00am–1:00pm at the Maplewood YMCA Community Center.
We hope you’re looking forward to it—this retreat helps set your orchestra up for success this semester! You’ll have extended time to dig deep into your music and fun activities to connect with your fellow orchestra members.
RETREAT INFORMATION
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 9:00am–1:00pm
Maplewood YMCA Community Center
ATTENDANCE
The fall retreat is a mandatory element of your GTCYS experience. All students are expected to attend. If you are unable to attend, please complete an absence form.
SCHEDULE
- 8:45am: Parents drop off students
- 9:00am: Rehearsals and fun group activities. Snacks provided by GTCYS.
- 11:30am: Lunch
- Students bring their own packed lunches.
- NO NUTS policy: Do not bring anything containing nuts to any GTCYS activity.
- 12:00pm: Rehearsal
- 1:00pm: Retreat ends
WHAT TO BRING
- Music stand – IMPORTANT, as we don’t have extras on site
- Nut-free Lunch
- Instrument and accessories
- Pencil
- Music folder
- Water bottle
- Cellos and basses: Please remember rock stops!
WHAT NOT TO BRING
- Personal valuables, games, and homework.
- Please remember that cell phone use during the retreat is not allowed.
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
- Maplewood YMCA Community Center
- Reference this map for entrance instructions. Look for the green GTCYS signs on the main entrance doors and go to Banquet Room C.
We look forward to seeing you at the retreat!