Current Junior Wind Ensemble members, please check the
"Current Members" tab above for important information and updates!
"Current Members" tab above for important information and updates!
Junior Wind Ensemble
Photo by Michelle Dunn Photography
For Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion Players Grades 6-8
Tara Yaney, Director
The Pittsburgh Youth Concert Orchestra Junior Wind Ensemble was formed to inspire students through challenging and engaging wind ensemble music in a fun and nurturing environment.
PYCO Junior Wind Ensemble rehearses every Sunday from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM from September through April, with winter and spring breaks. There will also be public performances at concerts throughout the year. All rehearsals take place at the PYCO School of Music.
To Audition for the PYCO Junior Wind Ensemble
Review the audition requirements for your instrument and submit an application. Once we receive and process the completed application, you will be contacted to schedule your audition.
Tuition and Membership
The PYCO Junior Wind Ensemble tuition is $200 per semester. A sibling discount of 10% will be applied to any PYCO tuition that is equal to or less than the first tuition. If you think you will have difficulty paying tuition, please contact us as soon as possible.
PYCO Junior Wind Ensemble Director
Junior Wind Ensemble is led by Tara Yaney. Learn more about Tara on our music coaches page.
Tara Yaney, Director
The Pittsburgh Youth Concert Orchestra Junior Wind Ensemble was formed to inspire students through challenging and engaging wind ensemble music in a fun and nurturing environment.
PYCO Junior Wind Ensemble rehearses every Sunday from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM from September through April, with winter and spring breaks. There will also be public performances at concerts throughout the year. All rehearsals take place at the PYCO School of Music.
To Audition for the PYCO Junior Wind Ensemble
Review the audition requirements for your instrument and submit an application. Once we receive and process the completed application, you will be contacted to schedule your audition.
Tuition and Membership
The PYCO Junior Wind Ensemble tuition is $200 per semester. A sibling discount of 10% will be applied to any PYCO tuition that is equal to or less than the first tuition. If you think you will have difficulty paying tuition, please contact us as soon as possible.
PYCO Junior Wind Ensemble Director
Junior Wind Ensemble is led by Tara Yaney. Learn more about Tara on our music coaches page.