Established in 1989, the Sunshine Coast Youth Orchestra (SCYO) is a non-profit organisation that provides orchestral music opportunities for young talents from primary to high school. As the premier youth orchestra in the Sunshine Coast community, SCYO unites gifted musicians from over 45 schools in the region. Our eight distinct ensembles cater to a spectrum of musical abilities from novices to seasoned players and support a wide array of musical interests from strings, band, stage band, to symphonic orchestra.
Ensembles for Strings
Amati
For budding string musicians in primary school, nurturing fundamental skills within a supportive ensemble
rehearses on Wednesdays
4:45pm – 6:00pm
Sinfonia
For developing string musicians from upper primary to lower secondary school, exploring diverse repertoire in a collaborative setting.
rehearses on Wednesdays
4:45pm – 6:00pm
Ensembles for Bands
Concert Band
For young, developing woodwind, brass and percussion musicians in primary to early secondary school.
rehearses on Wednesdays
4:45pm – 6:00pm
Wind Ensemble
For intermediate-level woodwind, brass and percussion musicians in middle school years, bridging the gap between beginners and advanced players.
rehearses on Wednesdays
6:15pm – 7:30pm
Wind Symphony
Advanced group for proficient woodwind, brass and percussion musicians seeking a challenge.
rehearses on Wednesdays
7:00pm – 8:15pm
