San Luis Obispo Youth Symphony
The San Luis Obispo Youth Symphony (SLOYS) was founded in 1965 by Dr. Wachtang “Botso” Korisheli. In 2006, SLOYS merged with the San Luis Obispo Symphony under the umbrella of its music education programs.
The SLOYS provides high-quality orchestral and ensemble education and performance opportunities to local youth and reaches out to the Central Coast community by introducing new audiences of adults and children to symphonic music.
Preparatory Strings
Our beginning string ensemble that lays the foundation for ensemble playing, teamwork skills, and orchestra etiquette
Symphonic Winds
Our intermediate wind, brass and percussion ensemble explores the breadth of wind band literature, performing fun and challenging repertoire.
Academy String Orchestra
Our intermediate strings ensemble plays music from Baroque through Modern periods and occasionally performs with the Symphonic Winds as a full orchestra.
Concert Orchestra
Our premier full orchestra of advanced string, wind, brass and percussion musicians performs our most challenging repertoire.
photo credit: Thor Larsen
Tuition & Scholarships
- $650 for Concert Orchestra, Academy Strings, Symphonic Winds
- $600 for Preparatory Strings
We offer discounts for siblings and for involvement with school band or orchestra music programs.
We are approved as a Heartland Charter School Vendor. Heartland students can use their funds for YS tuition!
All musicians are encouraged to audition, regardless of financial need, as scholarships are available on a need basis.
Please contact grace@slosymphony.org for scholarship information.
2025-26 Season Curriculum and Information
Rehearsals
SLO United Methodist Church
Mondays starting September 8, 2025
- 4:00-5:00 Preparatory Strings
- 4:30-6:00 Symphonic Winds
- 5:15-7:00 Academy Strings
- 5:15-7:00 Concert Orchestra
Concerts
Fall Concert: November 3, 2025 at CPAC
Spring Concert: March 2, 2026 at UMC
Finale Concert: May 18, 2026 at CPAC
Forms, Links, and Documents
Private Lessons
Private lessons are the best way for your student to hone their craft and level up their skills. Please review our directory of recommended local music instructors and reach out to a teacher near you to arrange lessons.