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YOUTH MUSIC ILLINOIS
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Our Ensembles

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Dolce String Ensemble is designed for Beginners. Students will learn basic orchestra skills, as well as basic note reading and aural skills.
Dolce String Ensemble
Focuses on basic note reading, aural skills, and orchestra conduct. This ensemble is designed for intermediate to advanced beginners.
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Preparatory Orchestra
Focus on ensemble leadership, technical and expressive skills, and vibrato. String orchestra designed for early intermediate students.
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Concert Orchestra
Full orchestra that focuses on consistent control of instruments and introduction of classical repertoire. For intermediate to advanced students
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Youth Symphony
Full orchestra designed for advanced players. Standard orchestral repertoire. 
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Percussion Ensemble
Mallet and battery ensembles that perform standard percussion literature. 
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Jazz  at YMI
Perform jazz repertoire, focusing on improv, jazz theory, and ear training. Includes Spring Jazz Orchestra, Fall Big Band, and Jr. Jazz Orchestra.
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Suzuki School of Music

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Youth Music Illinois offers a complete Suzuki program  that includes private and group lessons in violin, viola, and cello.
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Organizations that support
Youth Music Illinois

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Caterpillar Foundation
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Illinois Arts Council

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Member League of 
American Orchestras

Our Mission

Youth Music Illinois mentors area youth to develop skills for both music and life through the power of live performance. 
Lidia Riley ~ Executive Director
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execdir@youthmusicillinois.org 
David Commanday ~ Music Director dcommanday@youthmusicillinois.org

Laura Otto~Director, Suzuki School of Music
SuzukiDirector@ciys.org
Youth Music Illinois
3601 North Sheridan Road
Peoria, Illinois 61604 
  • Home
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      • Youth Symphony
      • Concert Orchestra
      • Preparatory Orchestra
      • Dolce String Ensemble
      • Percussion Ensemble
      • Jazz Program
    • Audition Information
    • Application
    • History
    • Board of Directors
    • Contact
  • Students and Parents
    • Absences
    • Resource Links
    • Tuition & Financial Aid
    • Handbook
  • Suzuki School of Music
    • Suzuki Concert Program