The troupe will wear traditional costumes of the area. The competition began in 1972, the same year MYS was founded. Each year, the organization receives approximately two dozen cassette tapes that contain audition recordings. Ten to 12 finalists are selected and invited to perform their competition pieces. SPCO concertmaster Steven Copes, violist Evelina Chao, cellist Sarah Lewis and pianist Lydia Artymiw bring Brahms' music to life through discussion, interpretation and performance.
Tickets also are available at the door.
Class size is limited to 100 students and preregistration is required. Each rehearsal will last about two hours. This course requires preregistration. Available in advance from the SPCO office and at the door. Class size is limited to 100 students and preregistration is required.