SVYS News

Join Us At TheTrivia Night Fundraiser

Renowned Trivia Expert and Emcee Rus Friedwald will host the event at the Hoogland Center for the Arts' Dining Hall on April 5, 2013. Doors open at 6:00 pm, and the trivia competition begins at 7:00. Get ready to show us your knowledge and compete for a cash prize! We'll even let you buy a mulligan to use on those questions that stump you. Looking for more ways to win? Then take a chance at our 50/50 drawing! The cost to participate in this exciting event is only $10 per person, which can be paid at the door or by calling the SVYS office at 217-753-8000. Have a group of know-it-alls? Tables of 10 may be reserved in advance by calling our office. Snacks and drinks will also be available for purchase throughout the evening at our concession tables and cash bar. Sponsorships or other contributions are welcome. All proceeds will go to support the Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony and Sangamon Valley Community Orchestra.

Aaron Kaplan Named New SVYS Music Director

The SVYS Board is pleased to announce that Aaron Kaplan has been chosen as the next Music Director for the Sangamon Valley Youth Symhony and Community Orchestras. Mr. Kaplan led the Preparatory Orchestra this past year and is finishing his graduate program at the University of Illinois. He is excited to work with the students and adults of the SVYS and SVCO and will be a great addition to our organization.



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Rehearsals

  • Symphony Orchestra - Monday 7:15 to 9:15 PM (Hoogland Center for the Arts)
  • Preparatory Strings - Monday 6:00 to 7:00 PM (Hoogland Center for the Arts)
  • Concert Orchestra - Wednesday 5:30 to 7:00 PM (Hoogland Center for the Arts)
  • Junior Strings - Tuesday 6:30 to 7:30 PM (Hoogland Center for the Arts)
  • Sangamon Valley Community Orchestra (Adult Community Orchestra) - Wednesday 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM (Hoogland Center for the Arts))


SVYS is located in The Hoogland Center For The Arts at 420 S. 6th Street in Springfield, Ilinois. Rehearsals are usually in the cafeteria on the basement level. Please check the sign board as you enter. Notify SVYS if you will miss a rehearsal - E-mail: svys@ymail.com, or call the SVYS office at 217 753-8000. Rehearsals will be cancelled due to weather if school is cancelled in Springfield. Call the SVYS office if you are uncertain.

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Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony, 420 S. 6th Street, Springfield, IL 62701-1808 (217) 753-8000