SaskOrchestras

SYO Alumni & Friends Summer Orchestra

Calling all low brass, first clarinets

Concert will raise money for SYO fee assistance and St. Michael Community School Metis Fiddling Program

What a great orchestra we have shaping up!

It's a great mix of alumni (16), community friends (5), current and brand new SYO players (28).

This orchestra has at least one alum from each of the past five decades!

We are happy to announce our community music group partner this year will be St. Michael Community School Metis Fiddling program!

Our own violin alumnus Dru Waltz (2018-2022) is the fiddle instructor for the program.

Half of the proceeds of our ticket sales will help the school buy new fiddle strings, work books, etc.

We are helping give the gift of music to local kids!!

What we still need:

Our orchestra is fairly well rounded, but we would love to have more clarinets, trumpets and especially some low brass!

Do you know any trombone or tuba players? How about a first Clarinet? They can contact Paul at [email protected]

Schedule

Rehearsal 1: Thursday, June 18, 6:30-9:00 pm, Quance Theatre
Rehearsal 2: Friday, June 19, 6:30-9:00 pm, Quance Theatre

Concert Day: Saturday, June 20, Quance Theatre
(rehearsal 2:00 pm, concert 7:00 pm)

DON'T FORGET! The RSS Registration deadline has been extended to June 5th so there is still time to sign up your young musician for this amazing program!

Spots are available for all ages, from beginner to adult! Violin, viola, cello and bass spots are still available.

Sign up before it's too late using our website: https://summerstrings.ca

We are so lucky to have the Penderecki String Quartet coming to perform in the Regina Chamber Music Festival! As a part of their visit they will be working with the RSS students, offering their expertise!

There is still time to register for RSS and get the amazing opportunity to work with this professional group!

Tickets for the Regina Chamber Music Festival can be purchased here: https://reginachamberfest.ca/2026/05/16/rcmf-grande-finale-with-special-guests-the-penderecki-string-quartet/

Learn more about the Penderecki String Quartet here: https://www.ps4.ca/

🚗🎻 There’s still room for a few more musical adventurers!
The Summer String Experience 2026 is almost full, but we still have a limited number of openings across our programs for young string players.
Whether your child is just beginning their musical journey or is looking for an exciting week of orchestra, chamber music, and new friendships, we'd love to help find the right fit.
Our Music of the Eras theme will take students on a fun-filled adventure through time, all while building skills, confidence, and a love of music.
Spots are limited and vary by age and playing level.
The final deadline is Monday, June 8th!
📧 Email us at [email protected] to see if we have an appropriate spot for your child.
We look forward to making music with you this summer!

⏳ Time is running short to join the adventure!

Registration for the Summer String Experience (July 13–18) is filling quickly, and key deadlines are coming up fast.

Whether your child is just starting out or already loves to play, we have a place for them:

🎻 Beginner Program – a welcoming first step into strings
🎶 Developing Program – build skills and confidence
🎼 Orchestra Program – make music in a full ensemble
✨ Chamber Music Program – collaborate, connect, and grow as a musician

Our Music of the Eras theme will take students on an imaginative musical journey filled with creativity, friendship, and great music-making for ages and levels across the spectrum.

📅 Early Bird pricing ends June 1
📅 Registration closes June 8

Don’t miss your chance to be part of 25 years of music, fun, and unforgettable summer memories.

Register today:
Summer String Experience Registration

Questions? Email us at [email protected].