The San Luis Obispo Youth Symphony invites music enthusiasts of all ages to experience an unforgettable evening of orchestral brilliance at the Harold J. Miossi Cuesta Performing Arts Center on Monday, February 3rd, at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $15 and tickets may be purchased at https://cuesta.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1626.
A highlight of the evening will be a performance by the Youth Symphony’s Concerto Competition Winner, Emerald Shanks, performing the Haydn Piano Concerto in D Major with the Concert Orchestra. Shanks, a high school student in San Luis Obispo, is an accomplished violinist and pianist.
Featuring the culmination of months of dedication and hard work by talented young musicians, the Winter Concert will showcase the achievements of the SLO Youth Symphony’s four student ensembles:
• Concert Orchestra, under the baton of Christopher J. Woodruff
• Academy Strings Orchestra, conducted by Tanya Streder
• Symphonic Winds, led by Al Streder
• Preparatory Strings, guided by Grace Seng
These ensembles are also aided by John Astaire, Percussion Coach, and Aracely Morataya, Youth Symphony Intern.
Audience members are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the lobby, open at 5:30 p.m., followed by house seating at 6:00 p.m. The concert will commence promptly at 6:30 p.m. Ample parking in Lot 2A is included with ticket purchase.
About the San Luis Obispo Youth Symphony:
Established in 1965 by the esteemed Dr. Wachtang “Botso” Korisheli, the San Luis Obispo Youth Symphony has been a beacon of musical education and excellence for over five decades. Through a merger with the San Luis Obispo Symphony in 2006, the organization expanded its reach and impact, providing high-quality orchestral and ensemble education to local youth while fostering a love for symphonic music throughout the Central Coast community.
The Youth Symphony’s diverse offerings cater to musicians of varying skill levels, from beginners to advanced performers:
• Preparatory Strings offers an introduction to ensemble playing and orchestral etiquette.
• Symphonic Winds provides intermediate wind, brass, and percussion players with a platform for musical growth.
• Academy String Orchestra nurtures intermediate string musicians, honing their craft in a supportive environment.
• Concert Orchestra stands as the pinnacle of achievement, showcasing the talents of advanced string, wind, brass, and percussion artists.
The San Luis Obispo Youth Symphony extends its heartfelt gratitude to the generous sponsors of the 2023-24 season, whose unwavering support ensures the continued success and vitality of its programs: Association of Anesthesiologists of the Central Coast, Marianne Augustine, Gale Baer, Nick Beadman & Elaine Christensen, Zorus & Judy Colglazier, Kathrine Coull, Garrett Foulke & Dorothy Correa, John Edwards, Bert and Candee Forbes, James Gealy, Cricket Handler & Jerry Boots, Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust, Patricia Kohlen, PG & E, Premier Valley Bank, Floyd Redman, Rita’s Rainbows Inc., Mark Sherman & Denise Barilla, Mary & Thomas Tanner, and Marilyn Vredevoe.
For more information about the Youth Symphony and its upcoming performances, visit slosymphony.org/youth-symphony/ or contact Grace Seng at [email protected] or 805-353-3533.