Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, United States | Orchestra

Welcome to Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. The Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies (GTCYS, pronounced "GIT-seez"), Minneapolis, Minnesota provides the most comprehensive Orchestral experience for young players from across the Twin Cities and southwestern Wisconsin.
Every second to twelfth grade student in the six Orchestras, beginning to highly advanced, has the chance to grow and succeed in a challenging and supportive atmosphere. Festival concerts in Orchestra Hall and community concerts reaching diverse audiences provide an outstanding performance experience.
Since 1972, more than 16,000 GTCYS students have honed their musical talents and developed a sense of excellence, self discipline, and teamwork--values that benefit them after school and throughout their lives.