Barrington Youth Symphony Orchestra
Barrington Youth Symphony Orchestra
The premiere performing ensemble of the Barrington Music Institute is the Barrington Youth Symphony Orchestra. This auditioned group features string, wind, and percussion students who are ready for the challenge of playing advanced symphony literature. This orchestra rehearses once a week and performs two formal concerts at Barrington High School each year. They also perform in the community and on tour. Recent tours include Ireland 2017, and Israel 2015.
THE YOUTH SYMPHONY INCLUDES WINDS AND PERCUSSION If you play flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, or concert percussion, and have at least 3 years experience, you are eligible to audition.
Auditions for the 2018-2019 Season will be Monday, May 21, 7 pm at Barrington Middle School Station Campus. Please call 847-382-9517 for more information. Rehearsals begin Monday, September 10th, 2018, 7-8:15 pm.
To celebrate of 10th anniversary season, BYSO will be performing in Italy during spring break 2019! Don’t miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime! Students are still able to join the tour. Find out more information at auditions!
Barrington Prelude Orchestra
Barrington Prelude Orchestra
This intermediate ensemble is for students who are ready to play in an orchestra that will appropriately challenge them and help them grow in a fun and social setting. Students in the prelude orchestra will also combine with the youth symphony for certain selections.
Auditions for the 2018-2019 season are Monday, 5/21, 7-8:30pm at Barrington Middle School Station Campus. Please call 847-382-9517 for more information. Rehearsals will begin Monday, September 10th at Station Middle School 7-8:15pm.
To celebrate of 10th anniversary season, BYSO and BPO will be performing in Italy during spring break 2019! Don’t miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime! Students are still able to join the tour. Find out more information at auditions!
Chamber Ensembles
Chamber Ensembles
Students are selected by the institute director to participate in chamber ensembles. Ensembles are arranged by ability and instrumentation represents one student on each part. Students rehearse weekly and prepare music for community performances.