Mr. Jack Taylor, Music Director

Mr. Jack Taylor, Conductor - (Symphony Orchestra), Ms. Anna Lim, Conductor - (String Orchestra), Mr. Gary Yearick, Conductor - (Wind Ensemble)

Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra

Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra
The Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra (PYSO) has been training tomorrow’s classical musicians since 1972. Now in its 40th Anniversary Season, PYSO is considered among the best youth orchestras in the Southland. The PYSO is comprised of middle school students from grades six through nine. These committed young people receive advanced instruction and challenging music opportunities through a rigorous program that emphasizes ensemble playing. Members of the PYSO have performed throughout the world, including venues in Vienna, New York’s Carnegie Hall, the ASTA Conference and Competition in Santa Clara and many others. Last season, the PYSO appeared in concert with the United States Air Force Academy Band, Blue Steel at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. Members of PYSO have also had many opportunities for additional performances outside the full orchestra program such chamber music at Pasadena Symphony concerts and a special guest appearance on Fox’s TV sensation, Glee. PYSO falls under the auspices of the Pasadena Symphony Association and often interacts with Pasadena Symphony and POPS conductors, guest artists, musicians and staff.

Upcoming Events and News

PYSO Reminder:

The 2012-2013 application for the Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra is now live! If you or someone you know is looking for a life-changing musical experience, just click here to fill out an online application for an audition.

http://www.pasadenasymphony-pops.org/education-and-community/pasadena-youth-symphony-orchestra/pyso-auditions/

PYSO offers:

• Three outstanding ensembles: Symphony, String Orchestra and Wind Ensemble
• Exceptional Artistic Leadership
• Professional Musicians as sectional coaches
• Opportunities for students to play for guest conductors of the Pasadena Symphony.
• Visits to Pasadena Symphony rehearsals
• Reduced ticket prices to Pasadena Symphony and POPS concerts
• Recent tour destinations include California, Colorado, Austria, and Czech Republic
• Additional performance opportunities outside of PYSO season. Past performances in¬clude sidelining for Fox’s Glee, LA Opera youth orchestra, chamber music at special events, and solo recitals.
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If you need any information, please contact me at (626) 793-7172 x23 or email me at GFuentes@pasadenasymphony-pops.org Mr. Fuentes (PYSO Coordinator)

Weekly Tip

As the 2011-2012 PYSO Season begins, each conductor will have notes and suggestions for things to work on before the next rehearsal. ** Please view this blog on a weekly basis. **

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Thursday, May 3, 2012

Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra

The Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra is presenting its

Annual Spring Concert

on Saturday, May 5 at 2 pm

at the Ambassador Auditorium

131 S. St. John Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105

Admission is Free!

Auditorium doors will open approximately at 1:30 pm.
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Thursday, April 26, 2012

Notes from Mr. Yearick (Wind Ensemble)

One (1) more rehearsal until our concert on May 5th!! Please be on time with your music and stand!!

We will rehearse in the Band Room.

Schedule for 5/1/12:

5:45-6:15 Full Orchestra (Titanic)
6:15-7:05 Band (Winchester Chronicles, Stone Creek Episode)
7:05-7:15 Break
7:15-7:45 Band (Mad Anthony March)

Quote for the Week:
"Never look back, someone may be gaining on you!"

Music Joke for the Week:
What do you get if Bach falls off a horse, but has the courage to get on again and continue riding? Bach in the saddle again.
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Greg Fuentes | PYSO Coordinator

PYSO - The Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra - 2012

~Solo Recital~



Evan Kim, Cello; Benjamin Gray, Cello; Emily Zheng, Flute; Danna Xue, Cello
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Greg Fuentes | PYSO Coordinator

PYSO - The Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra - 2012


~Solo Recital~




Erin Lysne, Violin; Tomoko Oguri, Violin; Nathan Lee, Violin; Jasmine Lin, Violin
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Pasadena Symphony Association

Pasadena Symphony Association
The mission of The Pasadena Symphony Association is to provide orchestral performances of the highest quality and to benefit the community through its music, outreach, and education programs. (Click on Picture for Link)