Summer Tours
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PAST Tours
- Carnegie Hall, New York - June 2024
The Napa Valley Youth Symphony performed at the Viennese Masters Invitational in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall, showcasing the extraordinary talent and dedication of our young musicians on one of the world’s most celebrated concert stages. Their repertoire included “Batuque” by Oscar Lorenzo Fernández, selections from Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss II, and “Lo Schiavo – Alvorada” by Antônio Carlos Gomes.
As part of their tour, the musicians also explored New York City and participated in a private clinic with Maestro Michael Adelson, festival clinician and Associate Conductor of the New York Philharmonic. This unforgettable experience combined world-class performance opportunities with invaluable educational growth, creating lasting memories for our NVYS musicians.
- Leipzig, Prague and Vienna - June 2022
The Napa Valley Youth Symphony embarked on a tour of Berlin, Leipzig, Prague, and Vienna, performing in world-famous concert halls across some of Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities. Students performed at Leipzig’s renowned Gewandhaus, Berlin’s Heilig-Kreuz-Kirche, Prague’s Rudolfinum, and Vienna’s Musikverein. The 2022 tour also included sightseeing and guided tours of cultural and historical sites, a river cruise, and more. The experience provided students with an unparalleled educational and cultural journey, creating memories to last a lifetime.
- Boston Montreal - June 2018
The Napa Valley Youth Symphony embarked on an unforgettable East Coast tour, filled with music, culture, and camaraderie. The journey began with a masterclass with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, followed by an incredible performance of West Side Story by the Boston Pops. Students explored history and culture on walking tours of the Freedom Trail in Boston and Vieux Montréal (Old Montreal).
The orchestra continued their musical growth with a second masterclass at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music. Tour highlights included performances at Faneuil Hall and Christ Church in Montreal, and a memorable joint concert with the Claflin Hill Youth Symphony in Melrose Hall, featuring a rousing rendition of America the Beautiful and unforgettable East Coast hospitality - complete with a group poutine party!
- Ireland, Scotland and England - June 2016
The Napa Valley Youth Symphony toured Ireland, Scotland, and England, combining world-class music with rich cultural experiences. The journey began with a performance in the acoustically stunning St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, followed by a workshop at King’s College and explorations of Dublin’s iconic sites, including the Book of Kells, the Guinness Factory, and the Viking Museum.
Next, NVYS traveled to Edinburgh, Scotland, where students enjoyed a private Ceilidh with a live band just off the Royal Mile. Their second performance took place in the charming walled city of York at the University of York. The tour concluded in London, with a side trip to Oxford and explorations of the city’s historic landmarks, culminating in a final performance at St. John’s Smith Square alongside the Thames Youth Symphony.
- New York City, June, 2014
The Napa Valley Youth Symphony enjoyed an unforgettable tour of New York City, which included a Young Composers Workshop hosted by the New York Philharmonic, attending a closed rehearsal of the Philharmonic, and performing at both the Central Park Bandshell and the legendary Carnegie Hall.
- Eastern Europe - June 2012
The Napa Valley Youth Symphony toured key sites in the rich history of classical music, including Prague, Czech Republic, and Vienna, Austria. Musicians explored iconic landmarks and immersed themselves in the musical heritage of these legendary cities.
- Los Angeles - June 2010
The Napa Valley Youth Symphony performed at Walt Disney Concert Hall, earning top honors at the Los Angeles International Music Festival. This prestigious achievement highlighted the ensemble’s exceptional talent, dedication, and artistry on a world-class stage
- New York City - June 2008
The Napa Valley Youth Symphony toured New York City and performed at Carnegie Hall, gaining unforgettable experiences both on stage and exploring the city’s rich cultural landmarks.