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A Treasured Part of the Minnesota Orchestra

When the Young People’s Symphony Concert Association (YPSCA) was founded in 1911, its goal was to support the Minnesota Orchestra’s Young People’s Concerts, which were launched that same year. Young People’s Concerts are still central to YPSCA’s role, and many young people first hear the Minnesota Orchestra, in fact, any symphony orchestra, when they attend a Young People’s Concert. Hearing a live performance by the Minnesota Orchestra can awaken a young person’s musical curiosity and lay the foundation for a lifetime of enjoyment.

Inspire the Next Generation

Become a YPSCA member or make a financial contribution and give the gift of music to the next generation.

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Musical Mentors

Through YPSCA’s Musical Mentor program, donors assist schools that otherwise would not be able to bring students to Young People’s concerts, providing busing, tickets and in-school concert preparation.

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CONCERTO COMPETITION

YPSCA provides opportunities for advanced young instrumental students to compete, win cash prizes, and perform with the Minnesota Orchestra for large and varied audiences.

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Volunteer Opportunities

YPSCA provides a variety of volunteer opportunities for its members, such as ushering for Young People’s Concerts, raising funds and advising/assisting the YPSCA Board on a variety of outreach and organizational initiatives.

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Young People’s Concerts

YPSCA proudly supports Young People’s concerts—in which composers’ creativity and musicians’ performances spark inspiration in young listeners.

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Become a YPSCA Member or Contribute to our Programs

YPSCA membership is just $50/year (or $75/year for a dual membership). Members receive our e-newsletter, have access to volunteer opportunities, and are invited to our social activities. 

You may also support YPSCA programs with a donation. 

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Our Leadership: 2024-2025 Board of Directors

Officers

Karen Lundmark Holmes, President; Bonnie McLellan, Secretary; Holly Duevel, Treasurer; Julie Haight-Curran, Past President. (President-Elect is currently open)

Directors

Janet Balej, Jim Bartsch, Inez Bergquist, Emily Brenengen, Rolf Erdahl, Bonnie Gainsley, Judith Ranheim, Kathleen Kay Simo, Marcia Thoen

Advisors

Pamela Arnstein, Wanda Kanwischer

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