Youth Orchestras and Education Programs The Fox Valley Symphony is focused on providing opportunities for young musicians in the Fox Valley area through sponsoring two youth orchestras, an in-school music education program and other music-related youth activities
Youth Orchestras The Fox Valley Symphony proudly sponsors three auditioned youth orchestras for area middle and high school musicians. The Youth Orchestras provide students with an opportunity to further their musical talents while meeting new friends and performing in public venues. The FVS Youth Symphony, FVS Philharmonia Strings Chamber Ensemble and FVS Philharmonia Strings have attained a reputation as leading orchestras for young musicians in Northeast Wisconsin.
The Fox Valley Symphony believes that youth orchestras greatly enhance the culture and society of the community. The FVS works to advance the musical skills of all participants. To this end, our Youth Orchestras offer our students:
Sectionals and coaching by professional musicians
Masterclasses by world renowned artists:
2007: Rachel Barton Pine, Violin
2008: Alex Kobrin, Piano - Van Cliburn Competition Winner
2009: Byron Stripling, Trumpet
2010: Phillipe Quint, Violin
Performances at:
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center - a state of the art concert facility
Lawrence Memorial Chapel
Guest conductors and clinicians
Weekend Retreats
Tours
Student rush discounts to all Fox Valley Symphony concerts
For questions or more information please fill out our Contact Form.