Youth Ensembles

Perfect Your Musical Skills.

From a preparatory string orchestra to an advanced symphonic ensemble, St. Cecilia Music Center’s youth ensembles offer fun and challenging opportunities to play with other talented musicians, guided by our expert instructors. All students must go through the audition process before registering.

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Placement auditions for the 2026 winter semester will be held on January 19, 2026. Scroll down for more information.

Sinfonia

An entry-level string orchestra introducing beginners to the elements of teamwork and ensemble performance.

Conductor: Allie Holden
Rehearsal: Mondays from 5:30pm to 6:45pm
Tuition: $440/year
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Concert Orchestra

A preparatory string ensemble for intermediate students with moderate ensemble experience.

Conductor: Erin DeYoung
Rehearsal: Mondays from 6:00 pm to 7:30pm
Tuition: $460/year
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Philharmonic

An advanced orchestra, complete with strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion, playing challenging works from classical, musical, and film scores.

Conductor: Interim - Dan Scott
Rehearsal: Mondays from 7:15pm to 9:15pm
Tuition: $500/year
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