Student Music Programs York PA | York Symphony Orchestra

For Students

Opportunities to Connect

We believe that music has the power to bring families and communities together. The YSO is pleased to offer a variety of ways for youth, families, and the community to share experiences, learn and connect and develop a lifelong relationship with live orchestral music.

YSME 2026 Steering Committee

Gretchen Dekker
Matthew Inkster
Rebekah O’Brien
Thomas Klimek

York Summer Music Experience 2026

Make Music. Make Friends. Make Memories.

Experience the joy of music with York Symphony and York College of Pennsylvania faculty.

Who: Grades 5th – 9th
When: June 21 – 26, 2026
Location: York College of Pennsylvania (441 Country Club Road, York, PA 17403)

Application Deadline: May 15, 2026
Tuition: $495
Early Registration: Apply by March 31, 2026 for $450 tuition
Questions? Contact Leah Crowne at YSME@yorksymphony.org

Apply today

The York Summer Music Experience at York College of Pennsylvania is designed to inspire and enrich middle school instrumentalists through a fun, week-long camp experience. Students will sharpen their musical skills, collaborate with peers, and get a taste of college life—exploring the campus and dining in the college cafeteria, while working with world-class professional music faculty. Each camper will leave with new knowledge, greater confidence, and a desire to make music,

What will students experience?

Private Lessons
Classes in performance and musicianship
Large and small ensembles
Work with professional musicians and professors

More information coming soon

Young Person’s Concert

This concert was developed by our music director, Lawrence Golan, and inspired by Leonard Bernstein’s famous Young People’s Concerts with the New York Philharmonic.

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For Enthusiasts

Master Class

Come watch the YSO’s world-renowned guest artists directly teach their skills to some of York’s brightest and most talented young student musicians. Admission is free for all attendees. Master Classes take place at York College of Pennsylvania’s DeMeester Recital Hall (441 Country Club Road, York, PA, 17403).

If you are interested in performing, please contact Leah Crowne at lcrowne@yorksymphony.org. Experience the master at work with the York Symphony that evening!

Featuring Guest Artists:

$

Denise Dillenbeck, Violin: February 7, 2026 at 1:30–3 PM

$

Yumi Kendall, Cello: March 7, 2026 at 1:30–3 PM

$

Carlos Casilla-Nova, Voice: May 16, 2026 at 1:30–3 PM

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:

For Youth

Education Programs

Under 18 Tickets

Any available seat in the theater for any performance. Special Student price subscriptions are also available.

In-School Performances

The YSO provides an opportunity for students to work with musicians and discover a love for music. Small groups of York Symphony musicians perform in selected schools for students. Each year the YSO arranges for these opportunities throughout the county. Interested in having the musicians perform at your school? Contact info@yorksymphony.org.

Petting Zoo

A chance for children to learn and play the instruments of the orchestra with the help of a professional musician. This is a great introductory experience that is included before some concerts and may be expanded to other venues. Hosted by our friends at the York Youth Symphony Orchestra.