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MSYO

The MSYO

The Mississauga Symphony Youth Orchestra is an exciting division of Orchestras Mississauga that offers music education and performance opportunities to young classical musicians. Led by Music Director and Conductor Maestro Denis Mastromonaco, the MSYO has quickly established itself as Mississauga’s foremost youth orchestra.

The MSYO is led by professional artistic staff and coaches, and has earned a strong reputation for excellence within Mississauga’s arts community.

2025/26 Season

Applications for the 2025/26 concert season will open on Friday, July 4.

Application information will be posted shortly.

Sinfonia

Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass

  • Recommended ages 10 to 14 years.
  • Experience level: intermediate knowledge of the instrument, some previous ensemble experience is recommended.
  • Outcome: to learn the musical and ensemble skills necessary to progress to the Symphony Orchestra
  • Sinfonia will rehearse on their own as well as perform with the Symphony Orchestra

Symphony Orchestra

Winds: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon
Brass: French horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba
Percussion: Timpani, Orchestral Percussion, Mallets, Piano
Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass

  • Recommended ages 14 to 21 years
  • Experience level:  intermediate to advanced knowledge of the instrument –  some previous orchestral experience required
  • Outcome: to provide young musicians exposure to symphonic music in a professional and educational environment

Schedule

Rehearsals take place on Monday evenings from 7:00pm to 9:30pm at the Living Arts Centre, running from September through May. Music stands, sheet music, folders, pencils, and other materials are provided. Members are responsible for bringing their own instruments.

Our four main-series concerts are held in the Living Arts Centre’s Main Auditorium, supported by professional technical production. Additional outreach performances are scheduled as opportunities arise.

Application

Applications for the 2025/26 concert season will open on Friday, July 4.

Application information will be posted shortly.

Tuition Fee

Tuition fees include all rehearsals, coaching, concerts, MSYO golf shirt, sheet music, and resource material.

Tuition fees for the 2025-26 concert season will be posted shortly.

Concerts