Education & Development
Orchestral Programs
We offer tiered ensembles to accommodate young musicians from first note to symphony hall, providing a clear path for growth.
Symphonic Orchestras
Ovation Youth Orchestra
The Ovation Youth Orchestra is for intermediate-level musicians and provides their first full orchestra experience.
The Colorado Springs Youth Symphony
Our flagship ensemble performing advanced classical masterpieces. Designed for highly proficient musicians looking for pre-professional experience.
Wind Orchestras
Bravo! Winds
Our intermediate wind orchestra for developing players
Pikes Peak Winds
Our advanced wind orchestra for intermediate to advanced players
String Orchestras
Wolfgang String Orchestra
Our Level 1 beginning string orchestra for players with experience
Amadeus String Orchestra
Our level 2 novice string orchestra for players with experience seeking to improve
Allegro String Orchestra
Our Level 3 intermediate string orchestra for players with several years experience
Vivace String Orchestra
Our Level 4 advanced string orchestra for intermediate to advanced players
Jazz Bands
Pinnacle Jazz
Our intermediate jazz band
Ascent Big Band
Our advanced jazz band
Beginner Groups
Mozart Strings Project
Our beginner string program
Sousa Band Project
Our beginner band program
Additional Enrichment Programs
Summer Camp
Summer fun, team-building, and camp for auditioned groups
Jazz Camp
Summer jazz camps, instruction, workshops, ensembles
Summer Brass
Summer brass workshops, ensembles, master classes
Chamber Music
Advanced chamber music training, recitals, small groups
Manitou Chamber Music Festival
Musicians tour to Regional, National, International sites
College Preparatory
Program for advanced students preparing for college
Tours
Musicians tour to Regional, National, International sites
Summer Orchestra
Summer orchestra for advanced orchestras / bands
Solo Competition
Annual solo competition for awards & scholarships
Side-by-Side Concerts
Play alongside Colorado Springs Philharmonic musicians