Concerts & Events
Chamber Music Concert
Saturday, April 27, 2024
2 PM, Pequot Library, Southport, CT
Enjoy a pleasant afternoon of chamber music by advanced and intermediate string musicians from Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestras! String students are members of GCTYO orchestras who continue their studies in the afternoon with instruction by coaches from Orchestra Lumos (formerly Stamford Symphony). GCTYO is proud to partner with Orchestra Lumos on this special program. Free event suitable for families with young children.
Open Rehearsals for Prospective Families
Saturday, April 27, 2024
10-11:15 AM, Fairfield, CT
Prospective musicians and their families are invited to view and listen to Saturday morning rehearsals in Fairfield. In addition to touring the school and popping in on orchestra and sectional rehearsals, families will be invited to meet students, parents and Board Members and participate in a Q&A with Music Director Chris Hisey. Learn the history and philosophy of GCTYO and what makes us a thriving and exciting organization valued by more than 300 families. Attending a Spring Concert on May 19 will round out the GCTYO experience for prospective members. We welcome all orchestral instruments plus saxophone and baritone. GCTYO serves students in 4th grade through 12th grade. We also offer a summer camp for string players. Kindly RSVP to gctyo@gctyo.org.
Spring Concerts
sponsored by Masonic Lodges of Stratford
Sunday, May 19, 2024
The Klein Auditorium, Bridgeport, CT
All GCTYO ensembles perform! The winner of the 2024 GCTYO Concerto Competition will perform as soloist with Principal Orchestra.
Alumni Concert
Sunday, June 2, 2024
SHU Community Theatre, Fairfield, CT
All Alumni are encouraged to dust off their instruments and participate in a fun weekend of rehearsals and a concert under the baton of Music Director Christopher Hisey. See old friends and reconnect with GCTYO and the Fairfield area! The weekend will begin with a rehearsal on Friday, May 31 from 5-7 PM, followed by a meet and greet from 7-8 PM. There will be an all day rehearsal from 9-4:30 on Saturday with plenty of time for socializing at lunch time, and then the concert presentation on Sunday at 2 PM. Family and friends are all invited to see you on stage once again with GCTYO! REGISTER HERE! Email us with questions.
New Student Auditions
Monday, June 10, 2024
Fairfield, CT
Register today for your GCTYO audition and join the premier youth orchestra in Connecticut! We offer 15 different ensembles at all levels for young musicians from 5th-12th grade who have been playing their instrument for a year or more, or who want to learn how to play steel pan drums. Auditions are required for all instruments except steel pan. Registration is required for everyone.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR AUDITIONS
GCTYO Summer Music Festival
July 22-August 2, 2024 (weekdays only)
Roger Ludlowe MS, Fairfield, CT
- 10 full days of music!
- All ages 5th grade and up with at least 1 year experience on instrument
- No audition necessary
- Special opportunities for Advanced String players including Chamber Music
- Learn from Mr. Hisey, Mr. Sloat, Mr. Hafez, and more!
- Financial assistance available for those who qualify.