MAKING MUSIC IS A RIGHT, NOT A PRIVILEGE
The HYS’ mission is to help youth develop to their fullest potential through orchestral music, in the setting of our Islands' unique culture.
STUDENTS
HYS welcomes students ages 7-18 from all islands, and beyond.
PROGRAMS
From beginning classes to our top Youth Symphony I orchestra, HYS offers a wide range of music making opportunities.
SEASON
Explore activities by summer season and academic season; we are active all 12 months of the year.
COMMUNITY
HYS is just part of a richly musical community. Learn about our partners, who also make Hawaii home.
News of Note
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HYS Orchestrates Summer Fun on Neighbor Islands with Molokai String Workshop
KAUNAKAKAI, Molokai – The classrooms of Kaunakakai Elementary School on Molokai will be filled
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HYS Announces Summer Programs for 2018
New Programming Introduced for Pacific Music Institute HONOLULU (May 17, 2018) – School is out,
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Hawaii Youth Symphony Announces A New Vision
HAWAII YOUTH SYMPHONY ANNOUNCES A NEW VISION FOR PROGRAM EXPANSION AND ENHANCED COMMUNITY OUTREACH HONOLULU
Introducing Dr. John Devlin!
On behalf of the Board of Directors, Hawaii Youth Symphony is pleased to introduce Dr. John Devlin as its fourth Music Director, the Conductor of Youth Symphony I, and the Artistic Director of the Pacific Music Institute. Dr. Devlin succeeds Mr. Henry Miyamura, who served as HYS Music Director for over 30 years.
STAY CONNECTED
Countdown to the PMI Finale Concert!
See our Pacific Music Institute students perform at McKinley High School!
