WYSO | Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras

MusiciansWisconsin, United States11-50 Employees

Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras (WYSO) is a nonprofit organization based in Madison, Wisconsin, that provides a coordinated program of orchestral and ensemble opportunities for young musicians. Founded in 1966, it offers multiple full orchestras and specialized groups, including string ensembles, chamber music, harp, percussion, brass, and a flute choir, alongside the WYSO Music Makers Program. The organization supports a wide geographic reach in southern Wisconsin, engaging thousands of student musicians from dozens of communities over its history. It relies on tuition funding and scholarship support to offset costs, with a pay-as-you-go model for new participants through the Music Makers Program, which aims to provide access to beginners without prior instrument experience. A recent development notes WYSO’s initiative to host virtual master classes with renowned orchestral musicians, reflecting its ongoing activities beyond in-person performances.

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