Letter from Jack (4/20)
Dear Concert Orchestra, It felt great to focus on one piece last night. I’m looking forward to “sculpting” Danzon no. 2 with you over the next few weeks. Some things […]
Read MoreNext Week: Conductors Answer Your Audition Questions!
Spring Auditions are due in less than a month! To help you prepare, parents are invited to the last five minutes of next week’s rehearsal for an audition info session. […]
Read MoreSeniors: Yearbook Responses Due This Friday!
GTCYS graduating seniors, Don’t forget to fill out the Senior Yearbook form by this Friday, 4/24! If you haven’t decided on college or post-graduation plans by that date, please still […]
Read MoreVolunteer at Spring Festival
We’re still looking for a two donation/merchandise table volunteers to help before Spring Festival on May 9! These volunteers will chat with potential donors and sell merch to concertgoers. They’ll […]
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 MoreNote About Spring Festival Tickets
If your family includes multiple GTCYS students who perform on different concerts, you only need to buy one ticket per person. Your family’s seats for the second and third concerts […]
Read MoreMinnesota Orchestra Season Preview
You’re invited to Minnesota Orchestra’s 2026-27 Season Sampler concert on Saturday, April 25 at 7pm! The concert will give a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s in store next season. They’ll also […]
Read MoreStudent Opportunities
Here’s a list of music and education resources for GTCYS families! Please contact jessica@gtcys.org with suggested listings. Event Opportunity: Musicians on the Rise – Competition Winners Recital 2026 Competition and Scholarship […]
Read MoreLetter from Jack (4/13)
Dear Concert Orchestra, What a blast we had last night! I appreciated your energy and enthusiasm, especially as we finally “cracked the code” and brought some silly energy to Augie’s […]
Read MoreConcert Orchestra April Concert Details
Dear Concert Orchestra families, We’re so excited to hear your musical progress at the concert at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church on Sunday, April 19. Please carefully read instructions below on arrival, concert dress, and what to bring. […]
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