Enriching the Lives of Children and Families through Music

String Instruction & Orchestral Ensembles for ages 5-18 in Morris County, New Jersey and beyond

There is a place for EVERY CHILD at Lakeland

Our beginner program for violin, viola, and cello will spark your child's musical journey

Our five orchestras will progressively elevate your child's musical talent

I.D.E.A.S. offers no-cost music education to kids eligible for free school lunch

Our summer programs offer an incredible opportunity for growth and fun with music

Lakeland Youth Symphony was founded 1957 by parents, music teachers and friends who wished to broaden the string ensemble opportunities for young musicians in the Lakeland, now Morris County, area. Lakeland Youth Symphony began with a string ensemble of a few high school students. Today, Lakeland Youth Symphony has expanded to offer programs to over 150 children ranging in age from five to eighteen. This once small, single orchestra, has grown into five orchestras with a unique Prelude program for beginners as young as five.

“I absolutely love this group...it's a very welcoming and stress-free environment; that's hard to find in music sometimes...I really appreciate the opportunity ”

- Symphony Orchestra Student

“Enjoyed having [both] orchestra and chamber. The music selection was great!”

- Lakeland Philharmonia Parent

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“All of the students seem engaged and happy to be there to play music together. It is wonderful being a part of an ensemble where everyone wants to strive and do better while also having fun.”

- Symphony Orchestra Parent

Upcoming Events

  • Fall Auditions

    September 4th, 2025

    Thursday 4:00-6:30pm

    Brooklawn Middle School

    250 Beachwood Rd, Parsippany, NJ 07054

  • 25-26 Season Starts

    September 8th-9th, 2025

    Brooklawn Middle School

    250 Beachwood Rd, Parsippany, NJ 07054

  • LYS Annual Picnic

    September 27th, 2025

    4:00-6:00 pm

    Smith Field Park

    US-46, Parsippany, NJ

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