Chamber Orchestra
Performs challenging repertoire at the end of each week. Concerto audition winners and visiting artists are often featured with the Chamber Orchestra.

Symphony Orchestra
A full-sized, advanced orchestra that performs major orchestral literature. Performs at the end of each two-week session.

Wind Ensemble
Presents repertoire at an advanced level and provides an excellent opportunity for students to perform with counselors, teaching assistants, and faculty members. Performs at the end of each week of the festival.

Symphonic Band
A full-size band in which students perform challenging repertoire. The Symphonic Band performs at the end of each two week session.

Madrigal Ensemble
A high-level ensemble specializing in advanced-madrigal style music. Literature is chosen from a wide range of works (including traditional madrigals) and is often more challenging than other choral ensembles.

Select Choir
A medium-size choral ensemble of advanced singers performing challenging repertoire. The Select Choir generally performs once each week and comprises mainly students and some counselors.

All-NYSMF Choir
A large choir, required for all students and counselors, performing a variety of standard choral music including major works of the choral repertoire. The All-NYSMF Choir is the final ensemble to perform at the end of each session.

Jazz Choir
Please click here for a full description of our Jazz Choir on our Jazz page.