Inclement Weather Policy
If the Eau Claire School District cancels school, the Youth Symphony will cancel rehearsal. If schools are dismissed early, rehearsal will also be cancelled. If inclement weather occurs after school hours, any rehearsal cancellations will be communicated on this website and on social media as soon as possible. If school is delayed 2 hours, rehearsal will be held, unless otherwise noted on this website.
Sponsorship and Advertising
Why should you sponsor or advertise with us?
Over 1000 concert programs that include your advertisement are distributed at four public concerts and various public venues, exposing your organization or business to a diverse audience of youth and their extended families. In addition,
How does you support help?
Your contribution will help fund four annual concerts, provide outreach to schools in western Wisconsin, and finance scholarships for students needing financial assistance in order to pursue their musical interests. Outside of tuition, CVYS relies completely on sponsorship and donations to continue providing value to the young dedicated musicians in our community.
Please view our sponsorship brochure or contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship is a means of support that indicates an investment in our organization and what we provide to the community. Our sponsors are highly valued and receive primary recognition for their support.
Sponsoring a Chair
Sponsoring a musician’s chair is a great way to support someone you know or an instrument you love! Chair sponsors will be recognized in each concert program, listed under the musician chair that is sponsored. In addition, chair sponsors will be recognized on the website.
The following are different options for providing support for a chair position:
Advertising Opportunities
Businesses and individuals may purchase advertising in our season booklet at the following rates:
Our Core Values
* We value the excellence of our music instruction and mentoring.
* We encourage personal development, creativity, discipline, and collaboration.
* We seek to provide financial assistance through scholarships so no one is excluded on the basis of ability to pay.
* We aspire to a culture of fairness and mutual respect.
* We expect a strong commitment from all members of the CVYS team including musicians, staff, and volunteers.
* We encourage the important relationship between our musicians and their teachers, families, and audiences.
* We value quality performances at various venues including collaboration with acclaimed artists and ensembles.
* We strive to be an inclusive organization reflecting the diversity of the greater Chippewa Valley area.