Letter from Dan (2/9)

Dear Concertino West, Great work completing your final seating audition of the season! Seating results will be sent in a separate email. Next week, you’ll receive your new seat assignment and judges’ comments. I encourage you to […]

Register by Feb 17 for Jupiter & Orchestrating Opportunities!

GTCYS families are invited to Orchestrating Opportunities, our signature fundraising event and an inspiring celebration of our students and the power of music education. Admission is pay-what-you-can, and all are […]

Letter from Dan (2/2)

Dear Concertino West, Excellent work this week in rehearsal! We worked on the first two movements of Haydn Settings, Of the Extraterrestrial Sort, Jupiter, and the two OK Factor pieces. […]

Concertino West Strings, Winds, and Brass Seating Audition Instructions

Dear Concertino West strings, winds, and brass students, Best of luck with your upcoming seating auditions! Woodwinds and Brass will have their seating auditions on Monday, February 9. This document contains your […]

Letter from Dan (1/26)

Dear Concertino West, Wow, I was really impressed with your work at our retreat on January 17 and sectionals last night! We are making fantastic progress on this music! I also appreciate […]

Sign up to be a GTCYS Ambassador!

Do you want to build leadership skills, confidence, and share your love of music? The GTCYS Ambassador Program is your chance! Your excitement about GTCYS is contagious, and classmates are […]

Complimentary MN Orchestra Tickets for GTCYS Students

Orchestra Hall is offering complimentary tickets to GTCYS Students and Families! The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Fri Jan 30 8pm Sat Jan 31 7pm How to get your tickets: Simply […]

Calendars Have Moved!

Calendars with program schedules have moved to your password-protected member page. If you haven’t yet, we recommend subscribing to your orchestra’s calendar! You can find the password at the bottom […]

Volunteer at Orchestrating Opportunities!

Orchestrating Opportunities is coming up on February 22! This is GTCYS’ largest fundraiser of the year, and we need your help to make it a success! Office volunteers will help […]

School Music Grant nominations are now open!

Support your public school band or orchestra program by nominating them for the GTCYS School Music Grant! School music programs are an integral part of the Twin Cities music community, […]