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Young People’s Symphony Orchestra


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Young People’s Symphony Orchestra


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.


Starting at the May 17th Spring Concert, we're excited to launch our 2025 YPSO Online Auction - Spring Into Music! in support of the incredible young musicians of the Young People’s Symphony Orchestra!

This year, our goal is to raise $10,000 to help fund our program such as:

  • Rehearsal and concert venue costs

  • Sectional coaching and musical instruction

  • Financial aid and scholarships for students

  • Instrument rentals, maintenance, and tour opportunities

Your participation helps ensure that YPSO continues to offer exceptional music education and unforgettable performance experiences !

🗓 Auction opens: May 17th, 2025 (at our Spring Concert)

🗓 Auction ends: May 31st, 2025


Pops Concert:

Sunday Jun 15th, 2025 | 3:00pm | Ascension Cathedral, Oakland *

* Location of this concert has been changed to Ascension Cathedral - concert time has been adjusted to 3pm


Celebrate the end of the season—and our graduating seniors!—with a joyful and energetic afternoon of lighter fare. Come cheer on our young musicians and help us send off the Class of 2025 in style!


If you missed our Winter Concert…

… or want to relive the magic—you can watch our concert videos from our YPSO YouTube Channel

Marine Safari & Whale Watch | Sibelius Violin Concerto| Dvorak 9


Stay in the know about upcoming YPSO concerts, and other community collaborations, by signing up for our mailing list!

If you are an alum, or a professional musician interested in student referrals, coaching, or ringer positions, please fill this out also!