Michigan Youth Ensembles

Last updated 5/21/25

The Michigan Youth Ensembles (MYE) program brings together exceptional middle school and high school students for weekly rehearsals at the U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance. MYE Students, who are selected by audition, have the opportunity to engage in a stimulating environment, while learning from U-M conductors, applied faculty, and graduate students.

MYE Announcements

(5/21/25) MYE Make-Up Auditions – 7/19/25

MYE will be hosting make-up auditions for their 2025-26 Season on Saturday, July 19th. Auditions are being held for the following ensembles:

Michigan Youth Chamber Singers (MYCS), Michigan Youth Jazz Orchestra (MYJO), Michigan Youth Symphonic Band (MYSB), Michigan Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO)

More information can be found on each ensemble’s specific website. For questions, please reach out to the SMTD Office of Engagement & Outreach at [email protected] for more information.

Resources

  • 2025-26 Participant Handbook (coming soon)
  • 2025-26 Absence Notification Form (coming soon)

Program Offerings

Show Your Support

The William E. Root Engagement & Outreach Fund supports SMTD’s Engagement & Outreach Programs, with a preference for scholarships for participants in the Michigan Youth Ensembles.

Please Note: Gifts to endowed funds will be administered as permanent endowment under Michigan law and University policies; excess distributions may be added to the principal for reinvestment or used later for the purpose(s) for which the fund was established.