Union Symphony Orchestra | Union Symphony Youth Orchestra https://www.usyo.org Entertain, Educate, Serve and Inspire Through Music Fri, 17 May 2019 20:50:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 50468410 Photos of Pops on the Plaza https://www.usyo.org/photos-of-pops-on-the-plaza/ Fri, 17 May 2019 20:15:58 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=8104 Pops on the Plaza Photos Sunday, May 12, 7 PM Main Street Plaza, Downtown Monroe Union Symphony Orchestra and Union Symphony Youth Orchestra performed at Main Street Plaza on Mother’s Day. This annual outdoor concert was sponsored by the City of Monroe, with additional support by Union County Community Foundation. Thank you to everyone who came […]

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Pops on the Plaza Photos

Sunday, May 12, 7 PM
Main Street Plaza, Downtown Monroe

Union Symphony Orchestra and Union Symphony Youth Orchestra performed at Main Street Plaza on Mother’s Day. This annual outdoor concert was sponsored by the City of Monroe, with additional support by Union County Community Foundation. Thank you to everyone who came out for this magical evening.

Photos by Frank Pixley

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Sunday, May 12, 7 PM
Main Street Plaza
Downtown Monroe

Head to Downtown Monroe for Pops on the Plaza, held on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, at 7 PM. Union Symphony Orchestra and Union Symphony Youth Orchestra will perform at Main Street Plaza. This annual outdoor concert is sponsored by the City of Monroe, with additional support from Union County Community Foundation. Lawn seating, picnics and blankets are welcome. FREE admission. In case of inclement weather, we will NOT cancel until the last moment. We hope to perform for you.

 

The post Pops On The Plaza! first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> 8001 USYO Colors of Summer https://www.usyo.org/usyo-colors-of-summer/ Thu, 21 Jun 2018 14:57:20 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=6738 USYO & Prelude JSO members are busy this week at summer camp. In addition to participating in team building activities, the young musicians are preparing for a summer concert. They will perform Colors of Summer at The Batte Center, Wingate University on Thursday, June 21 at 6 PM. All are welcome. Free admission. Thank you to the […]

The post USYO Colors of Summer first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> USYO & Prelude JSO members are busy this week at summer camp. In addition to participating in team building activities, the young musicians are preparing for a summer concert. They will perform Colors of Summer at The Batte Center, Wingate University on Thursday, June 21 at 6 PM. All are welcome. Free admission.

Thank you to the staff and friends at Wingate University.

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Camp photos

The post USYO Colors of Summer first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> 6738 USYO Happenings https://www.usyo.org/usyo-happenings-2/ Thu, 03 May 2018 19:13:01 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=6505   Under the direction of Sabrina Howard, principals of the Union Symphony Youth Orchestra performed at the Debutante Cotillion of the Union County Alumni Chapter of Delta Theta Sorority on Sunday, April 22.     USYO & Prelude JSO members recently participated in the Jr. Western Regional Orchestra along with Amanda Turner, Prelude Director.   […]

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Under the direction of Sabrina Howard, principals of the Union Symphony Youth Orchestra performed at the Debutante Cotillion of the Union County Alumni Chapter of Delta Theta Sorority on Sunday, April 22.

 

 

USYO & Prelude JSO members recently participated in the Jr. Western Regional Orchestra along with Amanda Turner, Prelude Director.

 

(l to r) Sophia Kuncoro, Claire Ryu, Sarayu Adala, Gisele Maindron, Tae Bark, Josh Harris, Kendall Pixley, Winnie Wang

 

 

 

 

 

Olivia Cansler with prelude director, Amanda Turner

 

Conducted by Dorian Neuendorf, the Union Symphony Orchestra & Union Symphony Youth Orchestra present Pops on the Plaza. Join us on Sunday, May 13 at 6:30 PM at the Main Street Plaza in downtown Monroe.
Opening performance by Union Jazz Youth
This concert is sponsored by the City of Monroe.

 

 

 

USYO & Prelude JSO auditions will be held on May 19 (violins) and May 20 (all other instruments) at Marvin Ridge High School. See audition requirements. Complete an audition application and mail a $10 audition fee to Union Symphony, 201 N. Main Street, Suite 109, Monroe, NC 28112, postmarked by May 12. Audition fees received after May 12 and those at the door will require a fee of $15.
photo: Donna Tennis

 

Reserve your copy of the 2017-2018 USYO yearbook today. The cost of the yearbook is $75. Mail a check or money order payable to Union Symphony to 201 N. Main Street, Suite 109, Monroe, NC 28112. The deadline to order is May 10, 2018. A special thank you to Enid Osbourn for the creative energy and talent she gives in putting the yearbook together to capture the memories of another successful year.

 

 

Music camp for the Union Symphony Youth Orchestra will be held at Wingate University from June 18-June 21. Students will check in on Monday and will be dismissed from camp following their concert on Thursday.

The post USYO Happenings first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> 6505 2018 USYO Auditions https://www.usyo.org/2018-usyo-auditions/ Fri, 20 Apr 2018 14:10:26 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=6486 USYO & Prelude auditions will be held at Marvin Ridge High School on May 19-20, 2018. Read about audition requirements. Complete an audition application online. Mail the $10 audition fee to Union Symphony, 201 N. Main Street, Suite 109, Monroe, NC 28112, postmarked by May 12. Audition fees received after May 12 and those at the […]

The post 2018 USYO Auditions first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> USYO & Prelude auditions will be held at Marvin Ridge High School on May 19-20, 2018. Read about audition requirements. Complete an audition application online. Mail the $10 audition fee to Union Symphony, 201 N. Main Street, Suite 109, Monroe, NC 28112, postmarked by May 12. Audition fees received after May 12 and those at the door will require a fee of $15.

photo: Markus Kuncoro

Reserve your copy of the 2017-2018 USYO yearbook today. The cost of the yearbook is $75. Mail a check or money order payable to Union Symphony to 201 N. Main Street, Suite 109, Monroe, NC 28112. The deadline to order is May 10, 2018.

A special thank you to Enid Osbourn for the creative energy and talent she gives in putting the yearbook together to capture the memories of another successful year.

 

USYO will perform “Night in Mexico” with Union Symphony Orchestra at Pops on the Plaza on the evening of Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13, 6:30 PM. Union Jazz and Union Jazz Youth will kick off the festivities with an opening performance. Join us for this free concert, themed Music Around the World, held at the Main Street Plaza in Downtown Monroe.

 

 

 

 

Music camp for the Union Symphony Youth Orchestra will be held at Wingate University from June 18-June 21. USYO and Prelude students will check in on Monday and will be dismissed from camp following their concert on Thursday evening.

The post 2018 USYO Auditions first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> 6486 Seasonal Sounds https://www.usyo.org/6049-2/ Fri, 15 Dec 2017 20:36:03 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=6049 Allegro Strings played at the Jesse Helms Center in Monroe (shown left) on Monday, December 11. They will perform during the worship service at First Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 17, 10:30 AM. On Monday, December 18, they will play at Novant Health Matthews at 11 AM and Plantation Estates in Matthews at 2:30 PM. Allegro Strings […]

The post Seasonal Sounds first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> Allegro Strings played at the Jesse Helms Center in Monroe (shown left) on Monday, December 11. They will perform during the worship service at First Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 17, 10:30 AM. On Monday, December 18, they will play at Novant Health Matthews at 11 AM and Plantation Estates in Matthews at 2:30 PM. Allegro Strings is a student string ensemble.
Beth Joy Fowler, director
Gwen Starnes, accompanist
USYO and  Prelude JSO will resume rehearsals on Sunday, January 7, 2018 at Marvin Ridge High School.
photo: Donna Tennis
The post Seasonal Sounds first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> 6049 Treat Yo’self https://www.usyo.org/treat-yoself/ Thu, 31 Aug 2017 16:41:01 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=5904 …to a FREE USO concert, food trucks and fun! It would be so cool to have USYO members at the Wingate University Labor Day Pops on the Stegall Lawn on Monday, September 4, 2017 at 7 PM! .This family friendly concert features Americana music including Fanfare for the Common Man by Aaron Copland. Union Jazz plays improv at 6 PM. Listening recommendations FREE concert! Lawn seating […]

The post Treat Yo’self first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> …to a FREE USO concert, food trucks and fun! It would be so cool to have USYO members at the Wingate University Labor Day Pops on the Stegall Lawn on Monday, September 4, 2017 at 7 PM! .This family friendly concert features Americana music including Fanfare for the Common Man by Aaron Copland. Union Jazz plays improv at 6 PM.
FREE concert!
Lawn seating and picnics welcome
Food trucks on site!

 

 

USYO IS BACK!

The first rehearsal for the season is scheduled on September 10, 2017 at Marvin Ridge High School from 2:30-5:00 PM.

Parents, please plan to attend the informational meeting after musician check in. The meeting will begin at 2:30 PM in the Marvin Ridge High School Media Center.

The meeting will provide you with important information including:

  • Concert Ticket Sales
  • Volunteering – Parent Involvement
  • Concert Attire
  • Fundraising Campaign
  • Attendance Policy
  • And More . . .

USYO Auditions

USYO Open Auditions are scheduled on September 10, 2017 at 1 PM at Marvin Ridge High School. Complete your audition application.

The post Treat Yo’self first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> 5904 Tchaikovsky and Sugar Plum Visions https://www.usyo.org/tchaikovsky-and-sugar-plum-visions/ Thu, 08 Dec 2016 21:02:01 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=5109 The Nutcracker Union County Youth Ballet Union Symphony Orchestra December 9 & 10, 7 PM  The Batte Center Wingate University Union Symphony is pleased this season to partner with the Union County Youth Ballet for their twenty-fourth production of The Nutcracker by Piotr Tchaikovsky. Based on the story by E. T. A. Hoffmann and choreographed by Marius Petipa, this ballet […]

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2016-amg-nutcracker-ad-editThe Nutcracker

Union County Youth Ballet
Union Symphony Orchestra
December 9 & 10, 7 PM 
The Batte Center
Wingate University
Union Symphony is pleased this season to partner with the Union County Youth Ballet for their twenty-fourth production of The Nutcracker by Piotr Tchaikovsky. Based on the story by E. T. A. Hoffmann and choreographed by Marius Petipa, this ballet has been delighting audiences since 1892. The magical story of young Clara and the toys  under her family’s Christmas Tree-The Nutcracker in battle with the Mouse  King and their travel to the Land of Sweets-includes some of the best-loved  melodies ever written.In Tchaikovsky’s colorful score (“Waltz of the Flowers”, “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy”), both the celesta and bass clarinet were introduced to the symphony orchestra.

In present times, less dance companies are able to present the The Nutcracker with live orchestra, as it was intended. With huge gratitude to The Nutcracker Open Golf Committee, it is a privilege that the Union Symphony Orchestra can collaborate with the Union County Youth Ballet on this delightful endeavor!

 

cu3Christmas Concert

Allegro Strings Youth Ensemble performed Christmas favorites which included “Two English Carols” and “The First Noel” prior to the concert, “Go Tell It!” arranged by Jack Schrader. Union Symphony Orchestra along with the Central United Methodist Church Chorus gave a lovely performance, with pieces such as “Silent Night”, “Christmas Melody”, and “Mary, Did You Know?”.  View more photos.

Dorian Fiddles for Santa

Dorian Fiddles performed in the Union Symphony lobby on Saturday, December 3 for Santa. Many festivities were enjoyed by the families who came downtown, including a petting zoo and the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

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The post Tchaikovsky and Sugar Plum Visions first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> 5109 Photos from TaleSpin Concert https://www.usyo.org/photos-from-talespin-concert/ Wed, 23 Nov 2016 17:37:42 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=5059 This Thanksgiving we pause to reflect on the many blessings bestowed upon us throughout the year. Your ongoing support is greatly appreciated. Warmest wishes for a happy Thanksgiving!         TaleSpin Union Symphony Youth Orchestra gave a marvelous performance for their fall concert this past Saturday, November 19. We would like to thank Marvin Ridge […]

The post Photos from TaleSpin Concert first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> htggThis Thanksgiving we pause to reflect on the many blessings bestowed upon us throughout the year. Your ongoing support is greatly appreciated. Warmest wishes for a happy Thanksgiving!

 

 

 

 

TaleSpin

Union Symphony Youth Orchestra gave a marvelous performance for their fall concert this past Saturday, November 19. We would like to thank Marvin Ridge High School, Union County Public Schools, The Braswell Trust, Union County Community Arts Council, and The Petal Shoppe, as well as our season sponsors BetterCarPeople and Big Ring.

Performance by: Prelude Junior String Orchestra, Amanda Turner, music director; Vivace String Chamber Ensemble, Adam Rafferty, music director; and Union Symphony Youth Orchestra, Sabrina Howard, youth director and conductor, and Keith James, associate director; pre-concert performance by Allegro Strings, Beth Joy Fowler.

 

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The post Photos from TaleSpin Concert first appeared on Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.]]> 5059 FREE Outdoor Pops Monday! https://www.usyo.org/free-outdoor-pops-monday/ Fri, 17 Jun 2016 14:28:58 +0000 http://www.usyo.org/?p=4765 Welcome to the 2016-2017 USYO Season New music downloads have been posted for Prelude Junior String Orchestra and Union Symphony Youth Orchestra.. Click here for information regarding music camp. Wingate University Outdoor Pops Union Symphony Orchestra Deanna Tham, director Monday, June 20 at 7 PM Union Jazz will play between 6 & 7 PM. FREE admission! […]

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Welcome to the 2016-2017 USYO Season

New music downloads have been posted for Prelude Junior String Orchestra and Union Symphony Youth Orchestra..

Click here for information regarding music camp.

Deanna ThamWingate University Outdoor Pops

Union Symphony Orchestra
Deanna Tham, director
Monday, June 20 at 7 PM
Union Jazz will play between 6 & 7 PM.

FREE admission! Lawn seating, picnics and blankets welcome. Sunset Slush will have Italian ice available for purchase.
This event is sponsored by Wingate University.

Wingate Small

 

 

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