Register now for the 2026 Fall Manhattan Youth Symphony season 🎻Join a dedicated community of young musicians committed to growing their skills and performing orchestral music at a high level.By completing this form, you’re applying for a season of weekly rehearsals, sectionals, and concerts with professional conductors and coaches. Our mission is to nurture the next generation of musicians through serious preparation, collaboration, and performances that build confidence on and off the stage 🎼.

The Manhattan Youth Symphony (MYS) of Manhattan, Kansas exists to educate and inspire young instrumental musicians through high quality musical experiences in an orchestral setting. Its vision is to foster commitment, nurture strength of character, build discipline, and promote performance within the context of a meaningful musical community. MYS is a 501c(3) non-profit organization.MYS Core Values are:1. We encourage personal development, self-discipline, and working with others.2. We value the excellence of our teaching and mentoring.3. We aspire to a culture of fairness and mutual respect.4. We expect a strong commitment from all members of MYS.5. We value the relationship between our musicians and the community.6. We strive to be an inclusive organization reflecting the diversity of the greater Riley County community.7. We maintain a standard of high-quality repertoire in our performing ensembles.MYS Sponsor & Donation BenefitsAs a supporter of the MYS, you will assist the organization to provide:Youth Scholarships Facilities Rental for Rehearsals and PerformancesLower Musician Registration Fees Guest Artists and Collaborator FeesProfessional Conductor Salaries College Interns CompensationTeaching Materials and RepertoireWe are looking for businesses and individuals at the Ovation, Encore, and Bravo Level Sponsors.