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COLORADO SPRINGS YOUTH SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION

Through Music, We are One

We are the most comprehensive instrumental music program for youth in this part of the country. Our mission compels us to provide for artistic development through high quality, diverse music experiences that enrich the cultural environment of local, national and international communities. The Mozart Strings Project, an outreach program for beginning string players, is offered in school districts where there are no string programs. The Youth Symphony plays for thousands of children and adults yearly, focusing on audiences that have limited exposure to live orchestral music.

Our ten youth ensembles connect families to the life-altering power of musical performance, both in the Pikes Peak Region and around the world. Whether they’re playing at our home base in Colorado Springs at the Pikes Peak Center, or far afield in New York’s Carnegie Hall, New Zealand, China, Australia, Bulgaria or Japan, our students benefit from our comprehensive instrumental music program.

Community

The CSYSA actively seeks to strengthen our community offerings by partnering with other local artistic and service groups.

Programs

The Colorado Springs Youth Symphony is proud to offer ten full ensembles, several beginner strings sites, as well as other valuable programs so that every student at every skill level can learn and celebrate music together.

Our Story

For an in-depth look at over 40 years of history, our mission statement, and what makes us unique in the community, take a moment to HEAR OUR STORY!

Travel

Music is an incredible tool that connects cultures and communities. We are proud to give students the opportunity to travel the globe and share the message of music.

Auditions

Approximately 500 young musicians are accepted by audition every year to take part in one of our programs within The Colorado Springs Youth Symphony Association.

  • CSYSA Fall Concerts
    CSYSA Fall Concerts
    Sun, Oct 22
    Mitchell High School Auditorium
    Oct 22, 2:00 PM – Oct 23, 8:30 PM
    Mitchell High School Auditorium , 1205 Potter Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, USA
    Oct 22, 2:00 PM – Oct 23, 8:30 PM
    Mitchell High School Auditorium , 1205 Potter Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, USA
    Allegro, Vivace, Bravo! Winds, Pikes Peak Winds, Ovation Youth Orchestra, and Youth Symphony will present the first major concerts of the 2023-2024 Season at Mitchell High School. Tickets available for purchase in the weeks preceding the event.
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  • ABB @ Lulu's Downstairs
    ABB @ Lulu's Downstairs
    Wed, Nov 01
    Lulu's Downstairs
    Nov 01, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Lulu's Downstairs, 107 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829, USA
    Nov 01, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Lulu's Downstairs, 107 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829, USA
    We are excited to be back at Lulu's Downstairs for another CSYSA Jazz Performance with the Ascent Big Band and Director Dan Bell, joined by Doherty High School Jazz Band.
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  • AMADEUS Fall Informance
    AMADEUS Fall Informance
    Thu, Nov 02
    CSYSA Building
    Nov 02, 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM
    CSYSA Building, 3113 Primrose Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
    Nov 02, 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM
    CSYSA Building, 3113 Primrose Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
    Come hear Amadeus students present this semester's work during their rehearsal time!
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  • CSYSA Holiday Concerts
    CSYSA Holiday Concerts
    Sat, Dec 02
    Pikes Peak Center for Performing Arts
    Dec 02, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Pikes Peak Center for Performing Arts, 190 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
    Dec 02, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Pikes Peak Center for Performing Arts, 190 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
    We are returning to the Pikes Peak Center for our annual Holiday Concerts! Groups: AMA, ALG, VIV, BW, PPW, ABB, OYO, YS
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  • Wolfgang Informance
    Wolfgang Informance
    Wed, Dec 06
    CSYSA Building
    Dec 06, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    CSYSA Building, 3113 Primrose Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
    Dec 06, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    CSYSA Building, 3113 Primrose Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
    Come hear Wolfgang students present this semester's work during their regular rehearsal!
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  • CSYSA Student Fundraiser
    CSYSA Student Fundraiser
    Sept. 11 - Oct. 26
    CSYSA Building
    Sept. 11 - Oct. 26
    CSYSA Building, 3113 Primrose Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
    Sept. 11 - Oct. 26
    CSYSA Building, 3113 Primrose Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
    The CSYSA Student Fundraiser is LIVE! Our students are selling Butter Braids/ Holiday Plants just in time for the holiday season. The window to purchase items is Sept. 11 - Oct. 26. Families mark your calendars-- your student's orders must be picked up on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

Thank You to Our Corporate Donors!

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