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On Sunday, January 27 our Symphonic Orchestra performed for over 500 guest at the Celebration Foundation Classical Concert Series. This concert featured one of our concerto finalist Emily Pease. Emily is a senior at Lyman High School in Longwood, FL. Her trumpet career began in elementary school band at age 11. Since then, she has been in band and jazz ensembles throughout middle school and high school, where she is Field Commander of the Lyman Marching Greyhounds. She plans on attending either the University of South Florida or the University of Texas in Austin to major in Music Performance with a minor in Psychology.

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Emily Pease performing Concerto for Trumpet and Strings in E flat Major by J. B. G. Neruda

Music Director Andrew Lane conducting FSYO's Symphonic Orchestra.

2012-13 FSYO Concert Poster Music Education

The Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra's Celebration of Music Education Concert on will take place on Sunday, February 10, 2013. The concert will honor an array of music educators throughout Central Florida, who strive to enrich the lives of young musicians. As always, Florida teachers receive complimentary admission to this and all FSYO concerts.

It is important to recognize music educators for several reasons. Studies show that music education is highly beneficial in several ways; from cognitive development to organizational skills that are essential in the workforce. According to a 2006 U.S. Gallup Poll, 94% of respondents believe music is part of a well-rounded education, and that schools should offer instrument music instruction as part of the regular curriculum. By regularly acknowledging the importance of music education, the public can gain insight on how music changes the lives of instructors, performers, and audiences.

The Celebration Concert begins at 3 p.m. at College Park Baptist Church, 1914 Edgewater Drive. Tickets range from $8 to $16, and are available now through The Red Chair Project (www.redchairproject.com), or by calling the FSYO office at 407.999.7800. This concert is part of the Season Subscription Package.

TD Charitable Foundation Supports Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra with Donation

February 15, 2013 – Orlando, Fl – The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank®, recently donated a total of $10,000 to Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra as part of the bank's commitment to giving back to the community.

Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra, is a local youth orchestra program whose members develop discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills through music education and performance. The funds from the TD Charitable Foundation will contribute to special music programs such as the Sing Song, String- Along, which connects music education with literacy in the Central Florida community.

"On behalf of Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra I am honored to play a role in furthering music education in Central Florida. I believe Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra is the platform for world-class musicians to develop their skills." – Heide Evans Waldron, Executive Director, Florida Symphony Youth Orcehstra

The FSYO, in its 56th Concert Season, comprises three full orchestras and one string training orchestra made up of more than 250 students from eight Central Florida counties. The FSYO is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. For more information, please visit www.fsyo.org.

A staunch commitment to active involvement in the local community is a vital element of the TD Bank philosophy. TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank® and the TD Charitable Foundation provide support to affordable housing, financial literacy and education, and environmental initiatives, many of which focus on improving the welfare of children and families.

About the TD Charitable Foundation

The TD Charitable Foundation is the charitable giving arm of TD Bank N.A., which operates as TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank®, and is one of the 10 largest commercial banking organizations in the United States. The Foundation's mission is to serve the individuals, families and businesses in all the communities where TD Bank operates, having made $99.3 million in charitable donations since its inception in 2002. The Foundation's areas of focus are affordable housing, financial literacy and education, and the environment. More information on the TD Charitable Foundation, including an online grant application, is available at www.TDBank.com.