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Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras (CYSO) is internationally recognized as one of the premier youth orchestras in the United States For over 60 years, its programs have provided music education and instrumental training of the highest quality to Chicago metropolitan area youth. CYSO musicians experience intense orchestral and chamber music instruction from Chicago 's most respected professional musicians, perform in the world's greatest concert halls and gain the self-confidence and discipline that prepare them for a successful future. The organization directly serves more than 350 gifted musicians ages 7 to 18 through four core orchestras and a chamber music program, over 5,000 Chicago Public School students through its Music Pathways program, and over 40,000 audience members each season. |
