York Symphony Orchestra educational programs expose children, parents and grandparents to the legacy of beautiful symphonic music through the annual Saturday Family Concert, Young Persons’ Concerts and Children’s Musicales. 

The York Symphony Orchestra’s Instrument Petting Zoo gives young people the opportunity to touch, learn about and even play various musical instruments. Children will enjoy a unique hands on experience with string, brass, woodwind and percussion instruments all demonstrated by YSO musicians who will assist with the proper techniques for holding and playing.
(Instruments courtesy of Menchey Music)

The YSO also sponsors a song writing contest for students in grades 3-12 with the winner's songs performed at our Young Person's Concert. 

The Young Artist’s Concerto Competition is open toYork County residents no older than 25 (the winner performs in the following season with the YSO). The Rules and application can be found here.

The YSO also offers the Sultner-Wells scholarship for students majoring in music or music education who are entering their college sophomore year or higher and are permanent residents of York County.

 YSO summer music camps for students in grades 3-12 are held in conjunction with Logos Academy in York.

Free Dress Rehearsal Attendance-Call the office at least one week in advance at 812-0717 to reserve your free tickets to attend a YSO dress rehearsal. (Subect to change).

$10 Student Rush Tickets-any available seat if purchased one hour prior to a performance with valid student ID.