On Sunday, February 23, PYSO alumna Hannah Ishizaki joined Maestro Joyce and PYSO musicians for a Q&A before rehearsal. Following the world premiere of her work Spin with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Ishizaki shared insights on her journey from PYSO to...
This past week, PYSO Alum Kenken Gorder (Trumpet 2013-16) visited Pittsburgh from Austin, TX where he has made his musical home for the past few years. In addition to being able to take in a Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Concert on Saturday, he wrote that it was...
PYSO alumna Hannah Ishizaki (Violin 2013-18) is making her mark on contemporary classical composition this February when the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra presents the world premiere of her piece “Spin” on February 21 and 23 at Heinz Hall! Emmanuel Ax will also...
PYSO alumna and Toronto Symphony Orchestra Principal Harpist Heidi Bearcroft (née Van Hoesen Gorton) recently graced the cover of Harp Column magazine, the premier source of news and information for harpists worldwide! In an inspiring interview, Heidi shares how early...
We recently heard from PYSO Alum Jim Anderson (French horn, 1968 to 69) and he has been busy! For nearly 50 years he has worked in the music industry in the field of acoustic audio engineering and production, specializing in high-definition stereo and surround sound...
PYSO recently heard from PYSO Alum Joshua Dick (Percussion 2009-11) who currently is a professional musician in Houston, Tx. After graduating in 2014 from Duquesne University with a degree in Percussion Performance, Josh played drums on a cruise ship and next joined...
