Fall Orchestra Rehearsals Start Saturday, September 14th
There are still a few spots open for new musicians. Contact GMYS Artistic Director, Bob Blais bob@gmys-vt.org or call the office 888-4470 if you are interested in joining us this semester.
The Green Mountain Youth Symphony 6th Annual Playathon
Saturday, October 5th, 2019 at the Montpelier at Christ Episcopal Church. More information>
GMYS Fall Concert
Sunday, December 15, 2019
2pm @ Barre Opera House, Barre, VT
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Opening Remarks
Credit: Meg B.Allison, U-32 Library
Several GMYS musicians joined Black Violin on stage during their appearance on October 25th at the Barre Opera House. What a fantastic opportunity to work with classically trained professionals taking music in new directions!
GMYS Intro to Strings Class
This class is designed for 8-12 year olds who have never played a stringed instrument, but would like to try it out. The 9-week series is taught by GMYS Artistic Director & cellist, Bob Blais, in space donated by the Monteverdi Music School in downtown Montpelier. Students can choose to try violin, viola, cello, or bass and will learn in a mixed-instrument group.
No student is turned away due to an inability to pay
The Green Mountain Youth Symphony awards tuition assistance on the basis of income and family size. More information
Latest News & Events
Intro to Strings Class
Montpelier, Vermont August 8, 2018
The Green Mountain Youth Symphony (GMYS) has partnered with Monteverdi Music School and Vermont Violins to pilot a new Intro to Strings class. This group class is for 8-12 year olds who have never played a stringed instrument, but would like to try it out. GMYS Artistic Director, Bob Blais, will teach the 9-week class in space donated by Monteverdi. Read more >
The Green Mountain Youth Symphony Fifth Annual Playathon
Monteplier, Vermont September 29, 2018
On Saturday, September 29th, the Green Mountain Youth Symphony is holding a Playathon & Bake Sale fundraiser – 7 hours of continuous live music in downtown Montpelier at Christ Episcopal Church (64 State Street, across from the Post Office).
GMYS musicians are collecting pledges for the Playathon. The money raised will support GMYS programs and the scholarship fund. No student is turned away for inability to pay full tuition. If you would like to donate, contact your favorite GMYS musician or donate online. Read more >
