Welcome New Music Director!
The Umpqua Symphony Association Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Taylor Siling as the Douglas County Youth Orchestra’s Director. Taylor replaces Dr. Mark Rockwood who relocated to North Carolina. Prior to this appointment, Taylor was the Assistant Orchestra Director, teaching beginning violin, viola, cello and bass to DCYO’s Prelude Orchestra. Taylor’s violin education began with the Douglas County Youth Orchestra over 20 years ago and she has remained part of the organization ever since. She received an undergraduate degree in Music from Oregon State University, and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Oregon State University’s Professional Music Teacher Education Program. Taylor is a Suzuki certified teacher for books 1 and 2, and is a music teacher at Fir Grove Elementary in Roseburg Oregon. Welcome Taylor!
2023-24 SEASON PREMIER EVENTS
Take 3
October 8, 2023
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joy in music will be magic in this intimate setting. TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
2023 Fall Gala
October 13, 2023
SAVE THE DATE for our annual fundraiser dinner gala! it will be an evening of fine dining, auction items and fun – all in a beautiful atmosphere.
Sponsored and managed by the Umpqua Symphony Association, the Douglas County Youth Orchestra has provided music education and performance experience for hundreds of students throughout Douglas County since 1997.
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We Perform!
When We Play
DCYO performs two concerts per year, one in January and one in May. Older DCYO students have the opportunity to play at events such as the Umpqua Valley Arts Association Summer Arts Festival and the Music on the Half Shell series. Our students have opened for acts such as Eugene Symphony and Pink Martini!
The Gift of Music Can Last a Lifetime
Learning to play a musical instrument has been shown to improve mathematic and reading comprehension skills, to boost mood, and to enhance coordination.
LET’S MAKE MUSIC TOGETHER
Join us on Tuesdays!
We are now rehearsing in person at the Phoenix Charter School.
Prelude Orchestra: 4:30-5:10 pm
Concert Orchestra: 5:15-6:10 pm
Philharmonic Orchestra: 6:15-7:45 pm
UMPQUA SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION
The Douglas County Youth Orchestra is proud to be sponsored by the Umpqua Symphony Association.
Together we can help youth in Douglas County to develop their talents, improve their confidence and have brighter futures through the gift of music.
OUR TEAM OF INSTRUCTORS
DCYO instructors focus on a holistic approach to learning music theory, history, ear training and sight reading in addition to proper instrument techniques and maintenance.
“It is great for children to be able to start learning at such a young age, and their parents are allowed to join and learn also if they would like. The youth orchestra provided access to instruments that we could not get so easily or with such affordability. It provided an excellent launch into music for all of us, as we have continued to play those instruments over the years and in various groups.”
Elizabeth Turner
DCYO Student
“My sisters and two brothers played in the Fiddler on the Roof production. Then my sisters and one of the brothers played in a couple chamber concerts. My sisters and I formed a string quartet for about two years after that. I’m now playing in a low strings ensemble. “
Hannah Turner
DCYO Student
“DCYO was a central point of my small world while growing up. I was initially enrolled in the orchestra because it was affordable, simple to join and a great learning environment. The weekly rehearsals were what taught me to play the cello. The rented instrument and progressive classes enabled me to become advanced by anyone’s standards. There was and is no other opportunity like the orchestra within the region. Any person can join, and the diverse environment created was both enjoyable and valuable in those critically developmental years.”
David Novak
Former DCYO Student
Imagine the look of excitement on the faces of young children when they are handed their musical instrument for the first time! Then imagine those faces beaming with delight when they perform together on stage and in concert with the Douglas County Youth Orchestra (DCYO).
GIVE THE GIFT OF MUSIC
Their pride in accomplishing something as a result of their desire, dedication and discipline is what makes music education so vital. The USA is proud to sponsor the DCYO, and with you as our partner, their music plays on!
Watch DCYO In action