About
The San Diego Civic Youth Orchestra offers ensembles including Prelude, Prelude / Intermezzo, Intermezzo / Intermediate, Intermediate / Chamber, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, and Marching Band. The listed ensembles rehearse on Saturdays, with rehearsal times shown as 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for Prelude and 9 a.m. to noon for several other ensembles.
Programs
- Prelude — ages 8 to 22 · Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. · $725
- Prelude / Intermezzo — ages 8 to 22 · Saturdays, 9 a.m. - Noon · $850
- Intermezzo / Intermediate — ages 8 to 22 · Saturdays, 9 a.m. - Noon · $850
- Intermediate / Chamber — ages 8 to 22 · Saturdays, 9 a.m. - Noon · $850
- Wind Ensemble — ages 8 to 22 · Saturdays, 9 a.m. - Noon · $850
- Symphonic Orchestra — ages 8 to 22 · Saturdays, 9 a.m. - Noon · $900
- Symphony Orchestra — ages 8 to 22 · Saturdays, 9 a.m. - Noon · $975
- Marching Band — CYO Wind and Brass only · $725
At a glance
- Price range: $725–$975
- Current session: 2026-2027 Rehearsal Season (Sep 19–Jun 20, 2027)
- General schedule: All ensembles rehearse on Saturdays. Rehearsals every Saturday from September 19, 2026 to June 20, 2027 except winter break and certain listed dates.
About the provider
The San Diego Civic Youth Orchestra has been operating since 1956. Its leadership team is Robert Gilson, conductor and music director, along with Shannon Yandall and Paul Wang, conductors. The mission is to provide an enriching music program for students and cultivate excellence through music in a positive and nurturing environment. The program lists performances at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido; Carnegie Hall; and Knott's Berry Farm.
Tuition and registration are due July 31, 2026. Registration fee of $85 is included in the cost of tuition. Tuition and registration fees are non-refundable. The annual retreat is required for Symphony and Symphonic members during Labor Day Weekend. The week-long Summer Workshop in July is required for Prelude, Intermezzo, Intermediate, Chamber and Wind members.
Last updated October 9, 2026.
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