Youth Philharmonic

Michele Senger, conductor

The Youth Philharmonic Orchestra is the next step up from Youth Sinfonia. It offers a unique orchestral expereience for the talented, intermediate string player. Participation in Youth Philharmonic will offer the necessary building blocks for excellence in all your musical endeavors.

Membership is open to any intermediate musician playing violin, viola, cello or bass.

Grades: 7-9

Tuition: $255 for the season

Recommended ability levels:

  • Suzuki books 4–6
  • Shifting through 3rd position
  • Demonstrating vibrato and a variety of bowing techniques


Rehearsals and Performances are held at the The Temple for Performing Arts.

Please contact Joshua Barlage, Managing Director, Symphony Academy
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