No prior orchestra experience required. Private teacher recommendation is encouraged but not mandatory.
: The season usually culminates in community concerts at venues like the Mesa Arts Center .
The Metropolitan Youth Symphony (MYS) offers a highly regarded program, specifically designed for elementary students (typically 2nd–4th grade) with little to no experience. 🎻 Program Highlights
: Not required for the absolute beginner "Beginning Strings" class, but mandatory for placement in higher preparatory ensembles like Debut Strings .