The Philharmonic Society of Orange County presents the
Orange County Youth Symphony Orchestra & String Ensemble

FEATURED ARTISTS:

Orange County Youth Symphony
Johannes Müller Stosch, Music Director / OCYS conductor

Orange County Youth String Ensemble
Lucy Lu, OCYSE conductor

PROGRAM:

Orange County Youth String Ensemble
BALMAGES Rhythm Dances
RUTTER Suite for Strings
KOUNTZ (arr. James Kazik) The Sleigh (À La Russe)

Orange County Youth Symphony
BEETHOVEN Egmont Overture
BRAHMS Poco Allegretto from Symphony No. 3 in F major, Op. 90
KORNGOLD Theme and Variations, Op. 42
TCHAIKOVSKY Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture

Now in its 55th season, the Orange County Youth Symphony and String Ensemble spotlight both new and returning members in an exciting concert led by Johannes Müller Stosch and Lucy Lu—marking the start of an ambitious year of performances and engagements.

Established in 1970 as the area’s first honors youth orchestra, Orange County Youth Symphony has continually provided young musicians with the rare opportunity to perform in a professional setting, while also advancing their love of music.

For this performance, we’re partnering with the Laguna Food Pantry and will have donation bins for highly requested food items to go to the most vulnerable in our community. Consider bringing a can (or two!) for donation.