12* to 18 years, audition required | A supportive, motivational, and healthy musical environment providing regular sectionals led by highly qualified coaches from the Music School and major orchestras along the East Coast; professional guest conductors from renowned institutions; exclusive performance opportunities, including performing as a soloist with DYSO if selected; and free conducting master classes for interested members held periodically by the Music Director. Starts October 3 for strings. Starts November 7 for winds/brass/percussion. Enrollment is for the entire academic year (32 weeks for string students, 28 weeks for winds/brass/percussion (WBP) students).

PLEASE NOTE: Do not register for this ensemble UNLESS you have been accepted with a placement audition. Contact the school at (302) 762-1132 to schedule an audition. *Younger students must have private teacher officially approve audition.

Location: Wilmington Campus, 4101 N Washington Street, Wilmington, DE, 19802
Faculty: Simeone Tartaglione, music director; Gwen Ryan, coordinator