WENATCHEE VALLEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Our Philosophy
To provide an inclusive environment that fosters excellence in all areas of music education, including a rigorous orchestral experience, emotional growth through musical expression, commitment and collaboration as a team with our ensemble and our community and experiencing the unique joy of musical performance.
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Contact Michelle Vaughn
michelle@wenatcheesymphony.org
Youth Orchestra Levels
Junior Orchestra
Students who have had a minimum of two years of string experience on violin, viola, cello,or bass. This ensemble focuses on introductory level music and ensemble skills. WVJO students participate in weekly sectionals, rehearsals, and perform three concerts per season.
Youth Orchestra
Students who have had a minimum of three years of string experience. This ensemble focuses on continuing the development of technical, musical and ensemble skills. WVYO students participate in weekly sectionals, rehearsals and perform three concerts per season, including a collaboration with the Wenatchee Valley Symphony Orchestra.
Chamber Winds
For students who have a minimum of three years of playing experience. This ensemble focuses on continuing the development of technical, musical and chamber ensemble skills.
2023-2024 Season Schedule
Session I, New Beginnings
Auditions
September 8 and 9
Rehearsal Dates
Every Tuesday from September 19–December 2
Rehearsal Times
Wenatchee Valley Junior Orchestra and Chamber Winds, 4:30-6:00 PM
Wenatchee Valley Youth Orchestra, 6:30-8:00 PM
Concert
Saturday, December 2, 3:00 PM
Session II
Rehearsal Dates
Every Tuesday from January 2–March 16
Rehearsal Times
Wenatchee Valley Junior Orchestra and Chamber Winds, 4:30–6:00 PM
Wenatchee Valley Youth Orchestra, 6:30–8:00 PM
Concert
Saturday, March 16, 3:00 PM
Session III
Rehearsal Dates
Every Tuesday from March 19–June 4
Rehearsal Times
Wenatchee Valley Junior Orchestra and Chamber Winds, 4:30-6:00 PM
Wenatchee Valley Youth Orchestra, 6:30-8:00 PM
Concert
Tuesday, June 4, 7:00 PM
Special Side-By-Side concert for the Wenatchee Valley Youth Orchestra (older group only)
Numerica Performing Arts Center
Date TBD
All rehearsals are at the Wenatchee Valley College’s Music and Art Center (MAC) in Room 1569.
All Concerts are at the Wenatchee Valley College’s Music and Art Center (MAC) in the Grove Recital Hall.
Meet the Staff
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Mika Armaly
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Michelle Vaughn
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John Dimond