Formed in the fall of 2008 with the help of a generous grant from the Sherwood Trust, the Walla Walla Symphony Youth Orchestra (WWSYO) is a free program that provides young musicians in grades 8 - 12 with a unique opportunity to rehearse and perform in a large ensemble alongside other musicians from across eastern Washington and northern Oregon.

The WWYSO is directed by Bruce Walker, who is an Associate Professor of Music at Columbia Basin College in Pasco, WA.

The WWSYO season is usually divided into two sessions, one in fall/winter and the other in winter/spring, with rehearsals taking place on Wednesday evenings and a concert at the end of each session. Auditions are held annually each fall for all new and returning musicians.

In the summer, students entering grades 6-12 with at least one year of experience in orchestra, band, or private lessons, are invited to participate in our free “Jump Start” Orchestra Camp to prepare for the upcoming school year. This camp is open to students who play strings, winds, brass, and percussion instruments.

Registration for the 2024-2025 WWSYO season is now open. Click the link below to learn more and register.

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