50 Years, 50 Stories
In honor of our 50th Anniversary Season, “50 Years, 50 Stories” commemorates the students, alumni, parents, volunteers, and supporters who have built MYS’ community. New stories every Wednesday though June!
Registration for the 2025-2026 season is open!
Find audition dates and information for the 2025-2026 Season at the links below. Email programs@playmys.org or call the MYS office at (503)239-4566 if you have questions.
Tuition Assistance is available. MYS believes that every student deserves access to music education, regardless of their background or economic circumstance. No student is turned away for lack of ability to pay. Please review the Financial Aid page for more information about Tuition Assistance.
MYS Toured Spain and Portugal July 2024!
Every three years, top MYS players and alumni travel abroad to share their music with an international audience. Started decades ago by founder Lajos Balogh, these tours have been one of the highlights of our program, and this year’s tour was no different! Our students were amazing artistic ambassadors and we will be looking back fondly on this experience for years to come. Follow along on our adventures below!
Statement of Culture
MYS is a welcoming community of students, families, conductors, coaches, teachers, supporters and volunteers. On stage and off, MYS STUDENTS SUPPORT EACH OTHER AND INSPIRE ONE ANOTHER. We empower our students to achieve EXCELLENCE in a balanced and meaningful way, by supporting their musical development and celebrating their varied interests and passions.
MYS is a safe space for all students. MYS does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, or the presence of any mental or physical disability in its employment, programs and/or activities.