String Ensemble

"Year after year, this is unquestionably one of the premier youth orchestras in the country."
- David Kim, Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra

Palo Alto-based Golden State Youth Orchestra invites young musicians ages 6-18 to audition for the 2024-25 season. Led by an internationally renowned faculty, GSYO offers six orchestras/ensembles for students at all levels of musical ability. Start your musical journey in the entry-level orchestra Chamber Players or challenge yourself in the prestigious Symphony Orchestra! 

CYS auditions are open to students of high school age and younger as of September of the coming season.

Auditions for new members for the 2011-2012 season will be held the weekends of April 8 & 9, and April 15 & 16.

Completed online applications, along with $25 application fee per musician, must be received by March 15.