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
UPCOMING CONCERT
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 7:30pm
St. Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall at Lewis University: 101 W. Airport Rd
Pay-What-You-Wish Donations are accepted online and at the door.
AUDITIONS
MYSO Seeks New Faces!
MYSO is now accepting video audition submissions for the 2023-2024 Season! Openings are available in the following areas: Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass, Flute, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Percussion and Harp. Rehearsals begin September 6, 2023. Interested in joining us after this date? Please still contact us to check availability.
Visit our Join MYSO page for audition details.
Visit our Join MYSO page for audition details.
2023 Student Concerto Competition
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Current MYSO members are invited to audition as a Featured Concerto Soloist. Congratulations to Trombonist Graham Miller, MYSO's 2023 Concerto Competition Winner, performing Rimsky-Korsakov's Trombone Concerto on March 1, 2023.
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Maestro Peter Lipari Appointed as Music DirectorWe are excited to announce the appointment of Mr. Peter Lipari as MYSO’s Music Director. Maestro Lipari an accomplished conductor of musical groups in the United States and abroad. 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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2020 MYSO Concerto CompetitionCongratulations to Lillian Pankhurst (flute) and Jack Gordon (horn) on performing their concertos at our MYSO Strings Fall Festivo Concert, October 28, 2020!
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MYSO Gift ShopMYSO apparel can now be purchased online at Cafepress. Purchase online and have them shipped directly to you! Visit the MYSO Gift Shop |
HandbookThe 2022-2023 handbook is posted here. |
2020 MYSO T-Shirt Logo Contest awarded to Moira Kozlowski
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Support MYSOMYSO relies on the generous support of patrons. To learn how you can give, click here.
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