About
The Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra welcomes young musicians to explore and develop their talents through musical expression. Together, we foster a life-long love of music for our performers and the diverse communities in the southwest suburbs of Chicago.
Membership in MYSO consists of junior high and high school students from Joliet and 21 surrounding communities as well as students from Lewis University and Joliet Junior College.
Founded in Chicago in 1959, MYSO is partially supported by the Illinois Arts Council.
Membership in MYSO consists of junior high and high school students from Joliet and 21 surrounding communities as well as students from Lewis University and Joliet Junior College.
Founded in Chicago in 1959, MYSO is partially supported by the Illinois Arts Council.
Announcements
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RESTAURANT FUNDRAISERS
AUDITIONS
MYSO Seeks New Faces!
While MYSO's 2023-24 Season has begun, we are still accepting video audition submissions. Openings are available in the following areas: Violin, Viola, String Bass, Flute, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, and Harp. Rehearsals began September 6, 2023 and run through May 2024. Visit our Join MYSO page for audition details.
2024 Student Composition Competition
Congratulations to Yeeun Sim on being awarded as MYSO's 2024 Student Composition Recipient. Her piece, titled "A Song of the Wind," will be performed at the 65th Anniversary Concert Celebration on May 1, 2024.
MYSO's next Student Competition Competition will take place in fall of 2025. This competition is a world-wide call for new youth orchestra works written by composers enrolled in high school, an undergraduate, or a graduate degree program For More Info | Sponsored by New Music Engine |
Maestro Peter Lipari Honored with Great Teacher Award
MYSO Music Director Peter Lipari Receives 2024 Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry Great Teacher Award. Read more about Mr. Lipari here.
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Maestro Sisk Retires as Music DirectorAfter 29 years as the MYSO Music Director, Dr. Lawrence Sisk announces his retirement from conducting. Read Dr. Sisk’s Announcement.
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MYSO Gift ShopMYSO apparel can now be purchased online at Bonfire. Purchase online and have them shipped directly to you! Visit the MYSO Gift Shop |
HandbookThe 2023-2024 handbook is posted here. |
Support MYSOMYSO relies on the generous support of patrons. To learn how you can give, click here.
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