DMYS Symphony Orchestra has been extended an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York in June 2026, in the Viennese Masters Orchestra Invitational.  Congratulations on your selection to perform at this world-renowned venue!

Rehearsal @ Hawk: 9:30am-1pm, 6/20/26 (tentative, could also be 6/13 or 6/6)
Travel dates: 6/21/2026 - 6/24/2026
Carnegie Hall performance: 6/23/26 @ 8pm

  • Q: Who can participate?
    A: 2025-26 season DMYS Symphony members in good standing. Seniors graduating in 2026 may attend.

    2024-25 Symphony members who register by 3/1/25 are guaranteed a spot. Remaining spots will open in May to accepted move-ups and new students.

    Q: What if I don’t participate in all 3 DMYS cycles during the 2025-26 Season?
    A: DMYS students who participate in TWO cycles are eligible. Students attending Carnegie Hall must participate in the third concert cycle and remain in good standing, meeting our absence requirements.

    Q: What if I drop a 2025-26 cycle or can’t perform due to absences?
    A: Students who do not remain in good standing will forfeit their spot on this trip and lose any payments made. The 2025-26 calendar will be published by 4/1/25 - look at it closely and plan ahead!

    Q: Is there a minimum number of students required to attend?
    A: Pricing is estimated based on at least 40 students, however balanced instrumentation is critical. A decision about our attendance will be made after the first deposit date of 3/1. If DMYS does not have enough registered students to attend, all downpayments will be refunded.

    Q: How many students can attend?
    A: DMYS will take a maximum of 51 students. We will fill the positions first come first serve, and expect to close sections. We will take a wait list in case there is a last minute cancellation. We anticipate closing sections and will offer any seats to those on the waitlist (join below).

    Q: Does every student in Symphony have to attend?
    A: No, this trip is optional, and students can feel free to remain a part of DMYS but not travel to Carnegie. It is anticipated that not all students will be able to attend.

    Q: What if a student moves up to Symphony Orchestra or joins after 3/1?
    A: Students will be eligible to register for this trip upon acceptance, for any open seats. These students will have a different deposit date (with no late fee until that date) and payment schedule based on their acceptance date.

  • Q: Will there be extra rehearsal requirements?
    A: In order to prepare thoroughly, the music we perform for the 2026 DMYS Spring concert will be the music we take to Carnegie. We will hold ONE additional mandatory June (tentatively 6/20, pending Hawk availability) rehearsal prior to leaving for NY to “freshen” the music.

    Q: How many chaperones will there be?
    A: There will be two chaperones in addition to our Symphony conductor Mr. Duby.

    Q: Can parents drive a student to save some money?
    A: Unfortunately, no. Our travel operator’s policy is meant to ensure a safe and successful trip for every student.

    Q: Can a student be released on the last day to drive home with their parents?
    A: YES, we can work that out with you if requested.

    Q: Can parents chaperone and/or ride the bus?
    A: If we have extra space on the bus we will open up those seats in early 2026. The cost for anyone riding the bus would be the same as the student cost. If you’d like to be considered for any empty space please join the waitlist (below).

    Q: Who will guide us in NY?
    A: We will have a guide that stays with us 24×7 for the duration in NY.

    Q: What are the sleeping arrangements?
    A: Pricing is based on quad occupancy. Lodging will be in New Jersey to reduce expenses.

  • No refunds will be provided. Families concerned about cancellations should consider researching and purchasing their own travel/trip insurance.

    Once DMYS commits to attending, and deposits are made, payments are not refundable to the tour operator (they put nonrefundable deposits down to secure the venue, hotel, bus, etc). Pricing for each participant is set based on the number of students attending. To ensure fairness to all students in the ensemble, no refunds will be made.

    Q: What if a student later discovers a conflict with a school event / music event / important family event / other fun activity?
    A: Unfortunately, no refunds can be provided.

    Q: What if a student gets sick at the last minute?
    A: This would be terrible, but all payments will have been made and would be nonrefundable. If you are concerned about cancellations please consider researching and purchasing your own travel insurance.

    Q: What if there is another pandemic?
    A: Also terrible, but all payments will have been made and would be nonrefundable. If you are concerned about cancellations please consider researching and purchasing your own travel insurance.

  • Q: How long is the performance at Carnegie Hall?
    A: DMYS will have 27 minutes on stage, and there are four total orchestras performing in this concert.

    Q: Can families and friends attend the performance?
    A: YES, we encourage it! You will make your own travel arrangements. Ticket information will be available closer to the performance.

    Q: How does the clinic work?
    A: DMYS students will have a one-hour clinic to work on their music with a renowned conductor the day before the performance. This clinic is for DMYS students only.

    Q: Does DMYS get to rehearse in NY?
    A: We will have a 30-minute sound check on stage at Carnegie prior to performing.

  • Pack LIGHT (it’s June!)!

    You may bring:

    • Instrument (hard case recommended, expect your instrument to go underneath the bus)

    • One carry-on sized piece of luggage (will go underneath the bus)

    • One personal backpack (with you on the bus)

    Specifics:

    • Performance attire

    • One nicer outfit

If there are trip openings, we will turn to our waitlist to fill them. Join the waitlist if you are:

  • interested in riding the bus or chaperoning (full trip cost applies)

  • a student whose section is full and closed (you’ll know this if you register and your instrument is not available)

  • a 2024-25 Concert Orchestra student who hopes to move-up and would like to be considered for this trip pending acceptance into Symphony

Financial Information

The total estimated trip cost per student is $2100-$2300. Final cost will be communicated by 12/31/25 and is based on the total number of students attending.

Students enrolling after the deposit deadlines outlined below are subject to a $100 late enrollment fee.

Note: Late payments after the initial deposit will be subject to a $25 late fee, added to your balance.

In order to keep this trip within financial reach, DMYS has allocated funding outside of the above student fees to this trip to cover many additional trip-associated expenses. We are hopeful that in addition we are able to contribute some amount toward the estimated student expense, which will be determined before the last payment is made.

    • 3/1/25 - $350 deposit

      • $100 late fee applies for students requesting participation after this deadline

    • 8/1/2025 - $450

    • 10/1/2025 - $450

    • 1/15/2026 - $450

    • 3/15/2026 - estimated balance tbd, $300-$600 plus any additional tickets

    • 7/1/25 - $350 deposit

      • $100 late fee applies for students requesting participation after this deadline, subject to section openings

    • 8/1/2025 - $450

    • 10/1/2025 - $450

    • 1/15/2026 - $450

    • 3/15/2026 - estimated balance tbd, $300-$600 plus any additional tickets

    • Upon enrollment - $350 deposit

      • $100 late fee applies for students requesting participation after this deadline, subject to section openings

    • 12/1/2025 - $450

    • 1/1/2025 - $450

    • 2/1/2026 - $450

    • 3/15/2026 - estimated balance tbd, $300-$600 plus any additional tickets

  • We hope to travel with EVERY student desiring this experience, regardless of financial circumstances!

    • Complete this tuition assistance application.

    • Families requesting tuition assistance for Carnegie Hall must provide BOTH a 2024-25 Federal Reduced School Lunch Program qualification letter AND copy of taxes for the year ending 2024 to corpsecty@detroitmys.org.

  • Lunches
    Breakfast first day, Dinner last day

    Optional theatre/symphony tickets (tbd)

    Possible entry fee to 911 Museum (tbd)

    Travel insurance (optional, if desired, purchased individually)

    Spending money

    Pricing is based on quad occupancy. Should you wish something different:
    -Triple supplement $72 per person
    -Double supplement $197 per person
    -Single supplement $565

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