Quantum Leap Summer Orchestra
The Quantum Leap Summer program is a 10-week string program held by the Suburban Youth Symphony Orchestra. Students meet once a week for a 1.5 hour orchestra and 1-hour sectionals. Students will need to have a private teacher during this program. This summer program is an excellent opportunity to train and retain your string skills and passion for orchestra over the summer when programs might not be available.
Sundays, June 2 - Aug 11
Final Concert: Aug 17
Sectionals: 2:00-3:00
Orchestra Rehearsal: 3:00-4:30
Tuition: $275
*scholarship assistance available upon request
*T-Shirts are included with Program Registration
Suburban Youth Symphony Orchestra
2024-25 Audition Requirements
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Students ages 8 to 17 who wish to participate in SYSO or SYSJO, have played their instrument for at least one year, and have a private instructor are welcome to audition and should prepare the following:
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1 piece to demonstrate your best playing
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Major scales, two octaves, up to 3 sharps & 1 flat
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Sight Reading
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Auditions are held in person on August 25, 2024. They are held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 4800 Sauk Trail, Richton Park, IL. Students who cannot make the in-person audition date are encouraged to send in a video audition tape.
Upon filling out the online application, students will be scheduled for a private audition. Students will be placed into SYSO or SYSJO at the discretion of the Music Director.
We are currently accepting Video submissions for the 2024-25 audition process. Please fill out the audition application. Videos may be submitted to thesyso@gmail.com.
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Incredible Opportunity Program
Enrollment for the 2024-25 Season Now Open!
Application Instructions
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The Incredible Opportunity Program (IOP) is our beginner ensemble, a group instruction class, for students ages 8-13 who do not already play a string instrument, but would like to learn to play the violin.
To register please send an email to thesyso@gmail.com