Letter from Maestro Smith (9/16)
Thank you everyone for an excellent rehearsal on Tuesday. We accomplished a lot! Thanks for your focus and energy — both are essential as we take our musical journey together […]
Read MoreYou’re invited to join Student Leadership Team!
The Student Leadership Team gives students a voice in our organization, with opportunities to share ideas, collaborate, and grow as leaders. Our team includes representatives from all 11 orchestras. As […]
Read MoreFall Retreat
Hello GTCYS Philharmonic Families, We are excited for your upcoming Fall Retreat on Sunday, September 28 from 1:00pm–7:00pm. Please read through the details below. All Philharmonic students are expected to […]
Read More2025–26 Concerto Competition
We are excited to announce the 2025–26 GTCYS’ Concerto Competition! All current GTCYS students are invited to participate. The Concerto Competition is an annual opportunity for any current GTCYS musician […]
Read MoreGTCYS Fall Merchandise Order Open Now!
GTCYS fall merchandise order is now open! This season’s group order of GTCYS merchandise includes a variety of t-shirts, sweatshirts, or a tote bag – including a new 2025-26 season […]
Read MoreLetter from Maestro Smith (9/9)
To: The Musicians of GTCYS Philharmonic From: Mark Russell Smith Welcome to Philharmonic — it was an exciting night! I think we all learned a lot about what tremendous potential […]
Read MorePhilharmonic Percussion Reminder
A reminder to all Philharmonic Percussionists! Please remember to bring your snare drum and snare-stand to your weekly rehearsals. GTCYS will provide timpani, keyboard, and auxiliary instruments, but students will […]
Read MoreParent Meeting Recap
A heartfelt thank-you to all the parents and guardians who joined us for Parent Meetings at your students’ first rehearsal of the season! It was such a joy to connect […]
Read MoreNew Weekly Emails
Going forward, GTCYS will no longer send monthly News Notes e-newsletters—now, you’ll receive conductor updates and program information bundled into one weekly email! Both parents/guardians and students should regularly check […]
Read MoreOrientation Recording
If you missed Philharmonic’s GTCYS orientation, you can view the recording here: Link to meeting recording Passcode: ?3EQqH=*
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