PROGRAMS

Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment for
musicians of all ages

Twelve Orchestras and Bands for Musicians Between Ages 7 and 18

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Early Childhood Music for Children 0-5 with their Parents and Caregivers

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Pre-Ensemble Music Training for Children Ages 5-7

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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Help us support music creativity and education by
providing access to a safe, fun environment for all

Strategic partnerships with schools & districts designed to restore and enhance music education programs in San Diego area schools.

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How can KeyNote programs help you achieve your student-focused short-term goals?

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UPCOMING EVENTS & CONCERTS

Concerto Competition Preliminaries

November 2, 2024

Please note, preliminary rounds are NOT open to the public.

  • Missions Hills United Methodist Church, 1pm – 5pm

Parent Coffee Klatch

November 3, 2024

Join us for two sessions of our Parent Coffee Klatch in Balboa Park.

12:30pm-1:30pm: Sinfonia, Wind Symphony, Philharmonia

3:30pm-4:30pm: Concert Winds, Symphony Orchestra

Symphony Kids: Meet the Strings! concert

November 9, 2024

San Diego Symphony musicians introduce children 0-5 to instruments of the orchestra. Join ChIMES for pre-concert activities!

Concerto Competition Finals

November 12, 2024

SDYS Concerto Competition finalists will perform for the audience and a panel of judges, and the winner will be announced at the conclusion of the concert.

World Design Capital Policy Conference Hi-Res Evening Experience Performance

November 12, 2024

Songs 4 Smiles will perform at the World Design Capital Policy Conference’s Hi-Res Evening Experience.

Please note this is a ticketed event not through SDYS.

SDYS Jazz Fall Concert

November 14, 2024

Join the brand new SDYS Jazz Program for their fall concert at Dizzys!

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