Greater Buffalo Youth String Orchestra-Fall Concert

Conductor: Lynne Ruda

Program

Bartok-Romanian Dances

Bloch-Concerto Grosso for Strings and PIano
I. Prelude

IV. Fugue

Mozart-Divertimento in DM

Location: Westminster Presbyterian Church (724 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209)

*Free Concert

Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra-Fall Concert

Conductor: Louis Vitello

Program-From Spain to Latin America

Marquez-Conga del Fuego Nuevo

Daugherty-Raise the Roof (concerto for Timpani and Orchestra)

Bizet-Carmen Suites No. 1 & No. 2 (omitting the Nocturne)

Bernstein-Symphonic Dances from West Side Story “Mambo”

Location: University at Buffalo-Slee Hall

Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gbyo-fall-concert

Prima Strings-Winter Concert

Join us for the debut concert of Prima Strings, the Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra’s newest ensemble for developing string players in NYSSMA Levels 2 & 3. Under the direction of Emily Greetham, our young musicians will share an uplifting program that highlights ensemble skills, growing technique, and a genuine love of music. Come celebrate their hard work and experience the joy of first-ensemble music making—perfect for families, friends, and future string players!

Location: Westminster Presbyterian Church

FREE CONCERT

Greater Buffalo Youth String Orchestra-Fall Concert

Conductor: Lynne Ruda

Program

Vaughan Williams - Charterhouse Suite

GBYSO Soloist TBD

Manfredini - Concerto Grosso No. 12 in C major

Location: 705 Renaissance Drive Williamsville, NY 14221

*Free Concert

Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra & Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra-Side by Side Concert

Conductor: Louis Vitello & JoAnn Falletta

Program

Bizet - Carmen Suites No. 1 & No. 2 (omitting the Nocturne)

Beethoven - Symphony No. 5 in c minor, Op. 67

I. Allegro con brio

II. Andante con moto

III. Scherzo

IV. Allegro

Location: Kleinhans Music Hall

Free Concert

Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra-Winter Concert

Conductor: Louis Vitello

Program-”The Heroic Orchestra”

Mussorgsky/Rimsky-Korsakov Night on Bald Mountain

Concerto Competition Winner #1

Beethoven - Symphony No. 5 in c minor, Op. 67

I. Allegro con brio

II. Andante con moto

III. Scherzo

IV. Allegro

Location: University at Buffalo-Slee Hall

Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gbyo-winter-concert

Prima Strings-Spring Concert

Celebrate the accomplishments of our youngest musicians at the Prima Strings Spring Concert! Under the direction of Emily Greetham, students in NYSMMS Levels 2 & 3 will share the joy of ensemble playing and the progress they’ve made throughout the season.

This performance highlights the core goals of the Prima Strings program:

• Building ensemble skills 🎵

• Developing individual technique 🎻

• Fostering a lifelong love of music ❤️

Come cheer on these talented young string players as they take the stage and showcase their hard work, growth, and love for music-making.

Location: Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center

FREE CONCERT

Greater Buffalo Youth String Orchestra-Spring Concert

Conductor: Lynne Ruda

Program

GBYSO Soloist

Rutter -Suite for Strings

Tchaikovsky-Serenade for Strings IV. Finale

Grainger-Molly on the Shore

Location: 705 Renaissance Drive Williamsville, NY 14221

*Free Concert

Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra-Spring Concert

Conductor: Louis Vitello

Program-”VIVA LA FRANCE”

Offenbach-Overture to Orpheus in the Underworld

Concerto Competition Winner #2

Saint-Saens-Symphony No. 3 in c minor, Op. 67 “Organ”

I. Adagio; Allegro Moderato; Poco Adagio

II. Allegro Moderato; Presto; Maestoso; Allegro

Location: University at Buffalo-Slee Hall

Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gbyo-spring-concert

Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra-Chamber Concert

Join us for the GBYO Chamber Concert, a special afternoon showcasing the artistry, teamwork, and dedication of our chamber ensembles. These intimate performances highlight the beauty of small-group music making and the incredible talent of our young musicians.

📍 Location: Coming Soon

Stay tuned for more details—we can’t wait to share this inspiring program with you!