Academy of Music

The Westmoreland Youth Symphony Orchestra (WYSO) was founded in 1981 to provide area music students with a high-quality, educational experience in playing and appreciating orchestral music. 

Our Ensembles:

  • WYSO PhilharmonicUnder the direction of Adam Gillespie, the Philharmonic is an auditioned ensemble comprised of high school and advanced middle school musicians that performs music from the standard orchestral repertoire. Applicants should possess a strong knowledge of musical fundamentals including major scales up to 4 sharps and 4 flats. 
  • WYSO Philharmonia: The perfect stepping stone for young musicians, this intermediate-level ensemble is likely to be the first experience for young musicians to play in an ensemble of woodwinds, brass, and strings. Applicants should possess a basic knowledge of musical fundamentals including major scales up to 3 sharps and 3 flats.
  • WYSO String EnsembleDesigned for elementary school string players, this training ensemble nurtures the talent of even the youngest or most inexperienced musicians. WYSO String Ensemble is offered pending sufficient ensemble registration.

2023-24 DETAILS

>WYSO Ensemble Application Form (required for ALL new or returning students)

CONCERTS
November 19, 2023 – 7:30 p.m. (Performers arrive at 6:00 p.m.)
Seton Hill University Performing Arts Center
100 Harrison Ave, Greensburg, PA 15601

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Spring Concert Date TBA

REHEARSALS
Sunday evenings at Seton Hill University
Philharmonic: 6:00 – 8:30 pm (2.5 hrs)
Philharmonia: 6:00 – 7:30 pm (1.5 hrs)

The first Philharmonic/Philharmonia rehearsal is scheduled for Sunday, September 3, 2023, at 6:00pm.

TUITION
Regular Tuition
Philharmonic: $250/semester ($490/year)
Philharmonia: $170/semester ($330/year)
String Ensemble: $105/semester (pending enrollment)

Second/Third Child Reduced Rate

Philharmonic: $170/semester ($325/year)
Philharmonia: $115/semester ($220/year)
String Ensemble: $70/semester (pending enrollment)

Payment can be made via check, cash, or card (3% service fee applies).

>PAY WYSO TUITION ONLINE

Note: Need-based scholarships are available to a number of students. To be considered, please complete the scholarship application (link below) and Natalie Kasievich will be in contact with you after a determination has been made. 

>NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

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