YOUTH ORCHESTRA

The Southwest Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra is an auditioned group comprised of the best young musicians in a three county area. An important outreach activity of the Symphony, it provides quality symphonic training and performance experience for young musicians. They are coached by Symphony musicians, rehearse weekly and perform during many Symphony events and in their own series.

COACHES AND ENSEMBLE LEADERS

Strings: Lani Hamilton, Violin for the Southwest Florida Symphony

Strings: Alex Albanese, Double Bass Southwest Florida Symphony

Woodwinds: Bill Larsen, Principal Flute, Southwest Florida Symphony

Brass: Tom Kracmer, Principal Tuba, Southwest Florida Symphony

Percussion: Todd Betz: Principal Percussion, Southwest Florida Symphony

Youth Orchestra Manager: Todd Betz

Click here to visit the Youth Orchestra website.

SINFONIETTA
The Sinfonietta features our youngest intermediate-level string players. It offers the

opportunity to perform in a group and advanced instruction. They rehearse weekly and

perform throughout the season.

YOUTH ORCHESTRA AUDITIONS
Auditions are held in August for the upcoming season and are by appointment only.
The Youth Orchestra rehearses Monday evenings during the season, September – May.
For an audition appointment or more information, e-mail us at manager@swfsyo.org.