The Festival’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for Oregon’s youth by providing the opportunity to learn and perform orchestral music together. The Festival annually presents three events: 1) a four-day April Festival for HS orchestras, 2) a Winter Chamber Music Concert Series with HS students and professionals playing side-by-side, and 3) a Composers’ Symposium for HS students. Schools with a high percentage of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch and/or minority students are given priority admission.