Programs

Tacoma Youth Symphonic Band

Emerging wind, brass, and percussion musicians in grades 6-10 build strong fundamentals through ensemble repertoire and expert coaching.

Tacoma Youth Symphonic Band (TYSB)

Tacoma Youth Symphonic Band (TYSB) serves as the primary training ensemble for developing woodwind, brass, and percussion musicians within TYSA. Through the performance of engaging wind ensemble repertoire, students build strong technical foundations, deepen their musical skills, and develop the listening and teamwork habits essential to successful ensemble playing. Regular sectional coaching provides focused instruction on each instrument, while collaborative experiences with string musicians introduce students to the unique challenges and rewards of performing within a larger orchestral setting. TYSB prepares young musicians for continued advancement in TYSA’s symphonic ensembles and is conducted by Mr. John Wetherington and Ms. Gianna DeBolt.

Rehearsals

Rehearsals for Wind Philharmonic are held on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM in Studio 2 of the Tacoma City Theaters.

Absences

Please direct all schedule and emergency absence information to your studio manager and not the TYSA office. Absences must have a completed Request Form turned in.

Concert Dress for Wind Philharmonic Participants

Photos courtesy of Marijke Pieters-Kwiers and the Tacoma Art Museum.

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