EYSO
Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra
Elgin, Illinois 60121-6508
847-841-7700


EYSO - Ensembles

Youth Symphony

For advanced high school and college-age students, plays standard symphonic repertoire. Its members are drawn from a wide geographical area and enjoy the enrichment and challenge of performing with other serious and dedicated musicians under the leadership of Music Director Randal Swiggum.

 

Philharmonia

Under the direction of David Anderson, is an intermediate-level full orchestra for middle and high school players, performing challenging repertoire, while refining orchestral technique.

 

Brass Choir

Under the direction of Jason Flaks, provides a unique chamber music experience for brass players who rehearse as a small ensemble within the EYSO. The Brass Choir performs in all three EYSO season concerts, as well as presenting its own spring concert.

 

Sinfonia

With conductor Daniel Beder, for intermediate level students (full orchestra 2nd semester)

 

The Prelude Orchestra

With conductor Beth Mazur Wood, for string players grades 4 - 9, works to refine basic orchestral playing skills and string techniques.

 

Primo

With conductor Randal Swiggum for string players in grades 3-8, works to build basic orchestral playing skills and string techniques.