Alton Youth Symphony

05/22/2026

Summer Music Camp sign-ups have started! Every year AYS hosts a music camp for all students grades 3-8 in the area (students do not have to be in AYS to participate) for one week.
View more details here: www.altonyouthsymphony.org/summer-camp/
or go ahead and sign your student up here: https://forms.gle/dBcPxnpxNwHbKkEL9

Camp is $30 for the week, but we do have scholarships available for those that need them! We have limited space, so sign up as soon as you can!

05/11/2026

Christmas Wonderland, Inc creates holiday magic every year with its spectacular lights display in Rock Spring Park. But did you know that they also give back to the community by supporting local non-profits? AYS recently received a generous gift from these wonderful folks, and we want to say THANK YOU for keeping the spirit of giving alive all year long! ❤️💚❤️💚

05/10/2026

Our ability to offer free and accessible orchestral learning opportunities to our community depends upon the generosity of individuals, businesses, and charitable foundations. We are so grateful that Argosy Casino Alton has chosen to support AYS! Thanks, Argosy!!

05/02/2026

Have you noticed our new AYS logo? Our intent with the redesign was to preserve our traditional logo, but add visual appeal and the full title of our organization to clearly communicate who we are. We think Jennifer Chadwick of Fritz and Chadwick Music has created the perfect design! Jennifer, a celebrated local artist and musician, graciously donated her time and talents to bring our vision to life. We're proud to say that she is also an alum of Alton Youth Symphony!!

04/29/2026

Check out this interview with our AYS director Ann Geiler and Board President Jamie Pullen!

Ann Geiler and Jamie Pullen from the Alton Youth Symphony stopped by Let's Talk as part of the Riverbend Growth Association show. They discuss the current make up of the

04/24/2026

Join us for this wonderful evening of Armed Services and Americana music!

04/22/2026

Group shots from our Spring Semester Concert! If you're already excited for more AYS check out our Summer Music Camp! Students do not have to be in AYS to participate: www.altonyouthsymphony.org/summer-camp/

Edit: Facebook cropped our AYS and Chamber Ensemble photos before. We fixed the issue!

04/21/2026

Our Junior Youth Director Marie Brown is performing on April 24th!

04/18/2026

Today is our last performance with our amazing 8th graders! We're looking forward to your musical futures!

01/27/2026

Rehearsal is CANCELLED for AYS, Jr Youth Symphony, and Chamber Ensemble due to various schools in the area being closed and uncertain road conditions.