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New Jersey Youth Symphony Hosts Open Rehearsals Week
Young musicians in grades 2-11 are invited to attend, February 23-27.
NEW PROVIDENCE—The New Jersey Youth Symphony (NJYS), a program of Wharton Arts, announced today that it will host a week of free open rehearsals, February 23-27, at 570 Central Avenue in New Providence. Registration and more information can be found online at NJYS.org.
Young musicians in grades 2-11 from around the state are welcome to join this behind-the-scenes look at any of the 15 ensembles of NJYS. Participants can expect to experience the joy of making music in an ensemble setting, meet the passionate NJYS conductors, and immerse themselves in a live rehearsal. Questions? Call (908) 771-5544.
2025 Open Rehearsals Week Schedule
February 23
Jazz Orchestra 1:00-3:30 PM
Jazz Workshop 3:00-4:00 PM
Big Band 3:00-4:00 PM
Faculty Concert 3:00 PM Parents Welcome!
February 24*
Flute Choir 5:00-5:40 PM
Flute Forum 6:30-7:10 PM
Fortissimo Flutes 8:00-8:40 PM
*Location: Wharton Performing Arts School 60 Locust Avenue, Berkeley Heights
February 25
Percussion Ensemble III 4:00-4:45 PM
Sinfonia 5:00-6:00 PM
Youth Symphony 6:30-8:00 PM
February 26
Philharmonia 6:15-7:15 PM
Clarinet Ensemble 6:30-7:00 pm
February 27
Primo Strings 4:30-5:15 PM
Percussion Ensemble II 4:30-5:15 PM
Percussion Ensemble I 6:30-7:15 PM
Concertino Strings 6:15-7:00 PM
Youth Orchestra 6:15-7:45 PM
Wharton Arts’ mission is to offer accessible, high quality performing arts education that sparks personal growth and builds inclusive communities.
Wharton Arts’ vision is for a transformative performing arts education in an inclusive community to be accessible for everyone.
