Auditions
NPYS audition registration for the 2025-26 season is now open. Auditions are scheduled for September 6.
The Naples Philharmonic Youth Symphonia accepts students between the ages of 10 and 17. Students planning to audition for the NPYS should have mastered Suzuki Book 3 or its equivalent. For additional information, please email YouthSymphonia@artisnaples.org.
Audition Requirements
- One prepared solo piece of student choice. This piece should demonstrate the student’s musical and technical abilities.
- One two- or three-octave scale of student choice.
- Students may be asked to sight read a short passage.
Rehearsals
The Naples Philharmonic Youth Symphonia normally rehearses on Saturday from 9am-12pm.
Tuition
Annual tuition for the Naples Philharmonic Youth Symphonia is $350. Some scholarships are available.
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Under the direction of Naples Philharmonic violinist Gregg Anderson, the Naples Philharmonic Youth Symphonia (NPYS) is a string training ensemble for motivated elementary school through high school student musicians. Members of the NPYS have the opportunity to perform in chamber and full string ensemble settings representing a wide range of genres, including classical, popular and film music.
Gregg Anderson
Naples Philharmonic Youth Symphonia Director
Excused absence request
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Concerts
The Naples Philharmonic Youth Symphonia performs each season on the Artis—Naples Kimberly K. Querrey and Louis A. Simpson Cultural Campus.
2025-26 Season
Concert Performances:
Fall Community Day Symphonia Concert
November 22, 2025 • Noon
Winter Symphonia Concert
February 28, 2026 • 11am
Spring Community Day Symphonia Concert
May 23, 2026 • Noon