Northland Youth Saxophone Ensemble
An all-saxophone ensemble in the Northland
Our newest group, the Northland Symphony Youth Saxophone Ensemble brings the world of classical music to our student saxophone musicians in the Kansas City metropolitan area. This is an unique and rare opportunity for these students to experience this music in an all saxophone ensemble.
Grades 9-12.
2023-2024 Concerts
28
April
- 4:00 PM
- Staley High School
Youth Ensembles Spring Concert
Our final concert of the season will be combined with the NYO and NYS.
For current members
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Interested in joining?
Auditions are now open for the 2024-25 season! Find more information below. Please email us with any questions at [email protected].
NYSE is looking for motivated high school saxophone students (Fall 2024 incoming grades 9-12) to apply for next school year. In addition to Mr. Joel Gordon (director), students will get to work with our assistant director Mr. Cooper Smith as well as other clinicians and pro players from throughout our area. NYSE meets on Sunday evenings at William Jewell College throughout the school year.
The application window is now open. Virtual auditions are due by May 10th, 2024 via NYSE Application 2024-2025. There is no fee to apply.
The audition materials are the same for all instruments (soprano, alto, tenor, etc) and can be downloaded here.
Please email the NYSE with any questions at [email protected].
Student must be enrolled in your school’s band if offered. Student must be in the ninth through twelfth grades.
NYSE rehearsals are from 6:30pm-8:00pm on Sundays at William Jewell College, generally August through April.
Tuition for the NYSE is $225 per season.
If a household has more than one student participating, the members will receive a 20% discount.
Scholarship assistance is available! Please email [email protected] for more information