Author: Kevin Vortmann

For those that expected to pick up their season ticket packages at the concerts but were unable due to our error, please contact Brook directly at admin@byso.org. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your patience.

Congratulations to all the musicians and music staff for such incredible performances this weekend! Also, a big thank you to our exceptional volunteers for making the concerts run so smoothly. BYSO’s Fall Concert series was a huge success!

There will be no rehearsal this Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veteran’s Day. Next rehearsal will be on Monday, Nov. 18.

Remember to place your concert video orders by Monday, Nov. 18.

 

All purchased season ticket packages and apparel orders will be available to pick up in the lobby before each concert this weekend.

BYSO’s first concerts of the season are about one week away. Tickets will be available at the door for each concert or you can purchase tickets ahead of time through Brown Paper Tickets (links provided below). For BYSO’s full concert schedule, visit the Concert Calendar.

Fall Overture Concert

Sunday, Nov. 3, 2:00 PM at Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center

Featuring BYSO’s youngest ensembles, Cadet String Orchestra and Debut String Orchestra

Purchase tickets.

Fall Showcase Concert

Sunday, Nov. 3, 4:30 PM at Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center

Featuring Philharmonia, Flute Choir, Flute Orchestra, and Percussion Ensemble

Purchase tickets.

Fall Masterworks Concert

Sunday, Nov. 3, 7:30 PM at Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center

Featuring BYSO’s most advanced ensemble, Youth Symphony. Free pre-concert commentary by Steve Reeder, 6:45-7:15 PM.

Purchase tickets.

Fall Highlight Concert

Monday, Nov. 4, 7:00 PM at Newport High School

Featuring BYSO’s intermediate ensembles, Premiere Orchestra and Sinfonia

Purchase tickets.

 

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We have re-opened season tickets on the BYSO Shop. The new deadline to order your tickets is Friday, Oct. 18 at midnight. No late orders will be accepted.

If you have not been receiving BYSO’s weekly Thursday newsletter, please contact communications@byso.org. The newsletter keeps BYSO families informed about time-sensitive information, details about upcoming events, and opportunities in the area.

Today, Oct. 10, is the last day to order BYSO apparel for the season. Visit the BYSO Shop to order a sweatshirt, t-shirt, or beanie hat. No late orders will be accepted.

Retreats for Premiere and Sinfonia will be held this Saturday, Oct. 12 at Odle Middle School.  Times vary according to ensemble: Sinfonia 9 am – 2 pm, Premiere 11 am – 4 pm. Plan to bring your music stand, music, instrument, and a pencil. BYSO will provide a mid-morning snack and afternoon lunch.

Parents – meet the conductor! Parents are invited for the first 30 minutes of their student’s retreat to ask questions and learn about their conductor’s requirements for the upcoming season.

We are still looking for willing parents or high school students to take some photos at the retreat. No fancy camera is necessary. Sign up on our Volunteer Calendar.

We are looking for helpers to set up and break down rehearsal spaces on Monday evenings. The time commitment is 45 minutes but the task is typically finished quicker. Sign up on our Volunteer Calendar. Thank you!

October is the Month of Giving! If you are a Microsoft or King County employee, this is a fantastic time to donate to an organization you feel passionate about.

For Microsoft employees, donate and choose Microsoft as your company match. Microsoft will match your gift.

For King County employees, visit the Employee Giving Program and enter BYSO’s organization code: 9535. You can donate through an automatic monthly payroll deduction, give a one-time gift, convert vacation hours to a cash donation, and/or be anonymous in your giving while still receiving tax deduction materials.

Thank you in advance for giving the gift of music to our youth. BYSO is a nonprofit organization that depends on the generosity of people like to you to support its mission. All donations are tax-deductible.