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We recently shared some tips for being a good mentee, and a critical component of strengthening the mentor/mentee relationship is blocking out time to spend together. If you’re searching for activities for mentors and mentees to do together, the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) offers several programs that can serve as ideal learning tools for young adults.

The BSO puts on three Family Concerts each year. For one of these concerts, Germeshuasen Family and Youth Concerts Conductor Thomas Wilkins, in partnership with pre-selected youth, will conduct the BSO. The other two concerts will be performed by the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra. Please note that the next family concert will take place on Saturday, November 16 at noon, and the Boston Youth Symphony will be performing.

Another way that the BSO can provide a valuable learning experience for mentees is through its high school mentorships program. High school students that participate in this unique program will have an opportunity to receive up to three meaningful coaching sessions with a BSO musician, with the program running January through May of each year. For any local high school students that are interested in learning more about this program, they can contact the BSO directly or download the application.

Regardless of age, all youth can benefit from a program offered by the BSO. As we approach the cooler and more dreary months in Boston, activities for mentors and mentees are limited, and the BSO offers a number of events throughout the year that are not only educational, but can help to cultivate the mentor/mentee relationship.

For more about mentoring through music, check out Justin Locke’s inspirational story about mentoring in the Boston Pops. If you are interested in becoming a mentor or need help finding one, please contact us at the Over My Shoulder Foundation!