Here’s what GTCYS kids are saying about their experience:
“GTCYS rocks!!!!”
Philharmonia student
“GTCYS is an awesome program that lets kids know what it’s like to play with others.”
Sinfonia student
“The scholarship program really has helped a lot. Our family was unable to pay due to many reasons for a new year at GTCYS, and thanks to your generosity I was able to enjoy a full year, complete scholarship!”
Concertino student
“GTCYS provided several concerts which helped me increase my performing experience” Concert Orchestra student
“I love meeting new and fantastic people every year, and I also like seeing my GTCYS friends every year. I feel like the music we play is great, and I learn a lot.”
Concert Orchestra student
“I learned a ton about how music is formed, and about music theory. I learned leadership and dedication.”
Concert Orchestra student
“I’m planning on being a music major in college, so this has been a big step for me, and a big plus on my music resume.”
Philharmonic student
“GTCYS provided me with an environment where I was accepted as a valued member of the group not based on technical skill, but on a love and devotion to playing music.”
Philharmonic student
“GTCYS helped me interact with other people who are also interested in music, and kept me interested in playing.”
Philharmonic student
“Having just moved to the area, GTCYS helped me to meet other musicians my own age and challenge myself musically in a positive environment.”
Symphony student
“GTCYS provided challenging music that pushed me to try my best and play my best…I’ve learned to always work hard at everything… no matter how impossible it seems.”
Symphony student
“When I first started in GTCYS this past September, I thought my music was good and I knew how to play violin…but really this year I learned how to play music, to give it emotion. Before, I just played notes – now, I play music!”
Symphony student