Symphony Fall Retreat Details
Hello Symphony students,
Your fall retreat is coming up on Sunday, September 20, from 11:00am–5:00pm at the UMN School of Music.
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 deeply into your music and activities to connect with your fellow orchestra members.
RETREAT INFORMATION
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Ted Mann Concert Hall, University of Minnesota School of Music
11:00am–5:00pm
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
- 10:45am: Student Arrival
- 11:00am: Full orchestra rehearsal
- 12:35pm: Lunch (Outside if weather permitting)
- Students bring their own packed lunches.
- NO NUTS policy: Do not bring anything containing nuts to any GTCYS activity.
- 1:15pm: Sectionals
- 2:25pm: Social Activity
- Approx.3:30pm: Final rehearsal
- 5:00pm: Retreat ends
WHAT TO BRING
- 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
Ted Mann Concert Hall, University of Minnesota School of Music
- There are several parking options near Ted Mann Concert Hall:
- Metered parking spaces nearby
- Parking is not allowed in the Ted Mann Hall Circle Drive
Enter through the Ted Mann Concert Hall Stage Door. Look for the green GTCYS signs!
We look forward to seeing you at the retreat!