Dekalb Youth Symphony Orchestra
2023-2024 Season
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2023-2024 Season
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come meet the future

The dyso Difference

Dedication... determination... diversity.  These words have been synonymous with the Dekalb Youth Symphony Orchestra since its founding in Dekalb County, Georgia in 1967.  In our 58th season this year, these words still exemplify the unique qualities that have set the oldest youth orchestra in metro Atlanta apart, and make it such a special group of student musicians and instructors.  Please know, these words are more than a slogan.  They are our mission!


DYSO is dedicated....

  • to increasing its members knowledge and understanding of music.
  • to expanding its members performance abilities.
  • to enhancing its members creativity, critical thinking skills, and problem solving.


DYSO is determined....

  • to create a safe and inclusive musical experience for all members.
  • to make a positive impact in each member's life regardless of background.
  • to open the door to future opportunities for all members.


DYSO is diverse....

  • in its musical ideas and interpretations
  • in its musical experiences and opportunities
  • and most importantly in its members!


Come experience THE DYSO DIFFERENCE!


Sincerely,

Jon Carmack, Artistic Director/Conductor



our members

2024-2025 Season (alphabetical by last name)

2024-2025 Season (alphabetical by last name)

2024-2025 Season (alphabetical by last name)

1st Violin

Alex Coursey, concert master

Olivia Arcement

Ethan Brachman

Neil Daniel

Raven Hunter

Hwiho Kim

Soyee Min

Sanjana Ravi

Diya Vacha

David Zhang


2nd Violin

Cameron Yates, principal

Anthony Ahn

Andrew Ahn

Heim Choo

Shaine Fernandes

Benjamin Moon-Chun

Mia Perla

Alana Pichardo

Audrey Staskiewicz

Annalise Vogt


Viola

Avery Wright, principal

Pierson Clardy

Alexander Easley

Anna Gigous

Alexandra Gilboa

Rachael Staskiewicz

Akash Thadikamalla 

Ava Thomas

Kazuki Wells

Malia Wright


Cello

Rosalia Crow, principal

Charlotte Black

Oliver Cady

De’Undre Davis

Bryce Garrett

Alexander Hood
Mary Jury

Yanna Krasteva 

Duke Nichols

Katherine Thomas


Bass

Conor Coy, principal

Alexandra Clary

Mackenzie Olaitan

2024-2025 Season (alphabetical by last name)

2024-2025 Season (alphabetical by last name)

Flute/Piccolo

Kirsten Gabriel

Emmy Knight

Mariana Linares

Nikhil Muktinutalapati


Oboe

Moises Ocando

Lillian Thomas 


Clarinet

Gwyn Harrison

Ava Kye-Smith


Bassoon

Isaac Guessous 

Harvey Langberg


Horn

Alex Deupree

Kenzo Noma

Samuel Smith


Trumpet

Garrett Moore

Kate Tanzola


Trombone

Madeline Green

Jack Riordan


Bass Trombone

Luke Simonsen


Tuba

Lucas Diaz

Harrison Stallings


Harp

Alessia Escobar


Piano

Zachary Rainisch


Percussion/Timpani

Sean Baker

Sai Akshat Chitta

Theo Pappas
Deanna Gant

Kavya Kumar


Our instructors

Jon Carmack, Artistic Director/Conductor

  Jon Carmack has over 15 years of teaching experience and is currently the orchestra director at the Dekalb School of the Arts where he teaches orchestra and piano. He is also the conductor of the Dekalb Youth Symphony Orchestra, an ensemble comprised of the top instrumental musicians in Dekalb County. Ensembles under his direction consistently earn superior ratings at performance evaluation and students frequently perform in youth orchestras along with participating in district honor orchestra and all-state. The DSA orchestra's recent highlights include: side-by-side concerts with the Dekalb Symphony, Agnes-Scott College Orchestra , and GCSU Orchestra. They have also performed at the 2023 and 2025 KSU Orchestra Invitational. As a performer, Carmack has performed extensively as a Horn player in ensembles such as the Atlanta Wind Symphony, Tara Winds, and Atlanta CV. He currently performs with North Georgia Winds. Some highlights of his performance career include: Rose Parade (twice), Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, The Midwest Clinic (2015 and 2021), GMEA In-Service Conference (5X), and the 75th commemoration of D-Day in Normandy, France in 2024. Mr. Carmack was the teacher of the year for Double Churches Middle School for the 2016-17 school year. Current leadership roles include: NGW Horn Section Leader and GMEA District 4 Orchestra Chair, and membership on the ASTA k-12 Committee. Carmack has also presented at numerous conferences over his career along with being a clinician and guest conductor. Jon holds degrees from Georgia Southern University and Valdosta State University. In his free time, Carmack can be found training for his next half marathon and spending time and traveling with his wife, Kaitlin who is a high school band director. 

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our program

Rehearsals

Performances

Rehearsals

DYSO rehearses each week during the school year on Tuesday evenings and follows the academic calendar of Dekalb County School District.  During these rehearsals, members rehearse advanced orchestral repertoire to present a polished and finished product!

Education

Performances

Rehearsals

Members receive music instruction during full rehearsals, sectional rehearsals, and small group practice.  Sectional coaches are leading music educators, college professors, and professional players in the Atlanta metro area.

Performances

Performances

Performances

There are normally 3-4 regular season Concerts.  Performances are typically held in some of the leading venues in the Dekalb county/Atlanta area.  There are also Young People's Concerts held each spring semester for area elementary and middle school musicians.  Some years, DYSO will also participate in regional orchestra festivals and competitions.

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