Youth Symphony of the Southwest rehearsals are held in the band room at Chandler High School, 350 N. Arizona Ave, Chandler 85225 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Members must be in their seats with their instruments tuned by 4:55.
Music folders will be distributed at the first rehearsal.
If you have questions, contact Samara Humber-Hughes, (803) 315-1345 or ysswmail@gmail.com
*Tuition Rates And Payment
$ 400.00/year (Strings)
Any partial year participation requires advance notice to the administrator
Payment Due Dates:
In Full: August 11 = $400
1/2 Payment: August 11 = $205, January 12 = $205
1/3 Payment: August 11 = $138, November 10 = $138, January 12 = $138
$250/year (Winds/Brass Percussion)
- Payment Due Date: November 10 = $250
YSSW Policies & Procedures
Attendance Policy
All members are expected to attend every rehearsal and to be seated 5 minutes prior to the start of the rehearsal time and 6:50 pm for concerts. Report absence prior to rehearsal to Samara Humbert-Hughes, 803-315-1345 or ysswmail@gmail.com. Excused absences include school concerts, illness and family emergencies.
A snack break is provided each week at rehearsal at approximately 6pm -6:10pm. Students should look for their day to bring either drinks or food on the snack day schedule. Snack Schedule Link Here for 2025-26
Member Commitment
Each member is expected to prepare his/her part diligently prior to each rehearsal. Students are expected to be members in good standing of their high school orchestra or band where applicable.
Rehearsal Etiquette
All electronic devices must be turned off during rehearsals. This includes
text messaging. It is advised that cell phones be left back stage at concerts.
Music Policy
At the end of each concert music must be returned in good condition. Any damaged or lost music will be replaced at the musician’s expense.
String Seating
There will be chair placement auditions usually the third rehearsal of each concert set. Students must be in attendance at this rehearsal or be moved to the end of their section.
Woodwinds & Brass Seating
Wind reseating will be scheduled upon request, at the discretion of the music director.
Concert Attire: “Concert Black”
Ladies: long sleeve black blouse, long black skirt (this must be to the ankle) or black dress slacks and black shoes with black hosiery or black socks
Gentlemen: black dress shirt with black dress pants, black shoes and black socks
The Website
The YSSW website will be updated frequently to include rehearsal and performance dates and repertoire. A student photo slideshow will be included (photos only no names). Any parents who do not want their students’ photos seen online, must make a request to the administrator, Samara Humbert-Hughes. Otherwise, photos will be used at the discretion of the web team.