California’s Oldest Youth ORchestra. Founded in 1936.

OUR MISSION IS TO GUIDE YOUNG MUSICIANS TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE WITHIN AN ORCHESTRAL SETTING.

WE ENCOURAGE YOUNG PEOPLE TO BECOME EXEMPLARY MUSICIANS, AND YOUNG MUSICIANS TO BECOME EXEMPLARY PEOPLE.

🎶 Welcome to YPSO’s 2025–26 Season

Celebrating 89 years of music and community

The Young People’s Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to begin a new season of inspiring music-making! As the oldest youth orchestra in California, YPSO continues to guide young musicians to excellence while building friendships, leadership, and a lifelong love of music.

This year we look forward to:

• ✨ Four exciting subscription concerts (Nov 8, Feb 21, May 2, Jun 7)

• 🌍 Preparing for our 2026 international tour to Finland & The Baltics

• 🎶 Returning to the Bay Area Youth Orchestra Festival (BAYOF) at Davies Symphony Hall

• 🤝 Community concerts and collaborations around the Bay Area

Stay connected with us as we share updates, highlights, and opportunities to hear our talented young musicians perform.

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Come See Us at the Solano Stroll!

Join YPSO at the Solano Stroll on Sunday, September 14, from 10 AM – 4 PM! Our booth (on Upper Solano by Andronico’s) will feature student performances, an instrument petting zoo, and a chance to meet YPSO musicians and families to learn more about our program and upcoming season. We’d love to see you there!