San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory (SDYS) instills excellence in the musical and personal development of students through rigorous and inspiring musical training experiences. SDYS is a catalyst for investing in the future of thousands of young San Diegans through the study and performance of music and believes that music is a vehicle for giving young people the social, emotional, and academic skills that transcend traditional educational models and prepare them to enter a 21st-century workforce. Our values, which focus on commitment, creativity, equity, collaboration and service guide our programs and help us achieve our vision of lives enriched by music across San Diego County.