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YOSA Philharmonic

Troy Peters, the Music Director of YOSA, leads the YOSA Philharmonic, an ensemble comprising exceptionally talented young musicians from the San Antonio area. This advanced orchestra showcases its proficiency by performing professional-level repertoire in prestigious venues, both locally and internationally.

YOSA Philharmonic 2025/26 Season Highlights Include:

  • Exciting repertoire and collaborations, including Shostakovich Symphony No. 5, Mussorgsky Night on Bald Mountain, Hanson “Romantic” Symphony, and Williams’ Star Wars: The Force Awakens Suite

  • The chance to be part of YOSA’s popular Classic Albums Live concert series

  • An invitation to join YOSA’s next international tour to England in 2026

  • Season-opening weekend retreat

  • Orchestra performing in concert hall with conductor leading. Numerous musicians playing string instruments and reading sheet music.

    Zachry Series at the Tobin

    The Zachry Series concerts showcase the YOSA Philharmonic at the Tobin Center, featuring professional-level repertoire and a rich mix of classical and contemporary works.

  • A live musical performance on stage with a band of six musicians and an orchestra, with a purple background and logos for Q for Queen and Yosa.

    Classic Albums Live

    YOSA’s Classic Albums Live series is a reinvention of classic rock and pop songs with orchestral accompaniment, past celebrations have included Prince, Queen, the Beatles, and Selena.

  • YOSA International Tour

    Every two years YOSA goes on an international tour to perform in renown venues and discover the places famous musicians lived and worked.

YOSA Season Auditions