About the Las Vegas Youth Orchestras
The Las Vegas Youth Orchestras consists of four separate ensembles based upon age (from 8-18) and playing ability. It is a diverse group of about 300 students from the Las Vegas valley and is an after-school program which serves the youth in southern Nevada. Audition and participation in one's school music program is required.
The two upper-level groups Youth Philharmonic and Youth Symphony, perform symphonic repertoire as students prepare for entry into collegiate and professional level organizations. An annual concerto competition features a Youth Philharmonic soloist performing at the Spring Concert.
The two younger groups (Sinfonia and the Youth Ensemble) provide training for students to develop into effective orchestral players. The artistry of these students is showcased by numerous public performances throughout the year.
The success of the LVYO is shown by over thirty years of history. In 2008, the Youth Phil embarked upon their inaugural overseas tour to Salzburg, Vienna, & Prague. Overseas tours are planned every tri-ennium with the most recent occurring this June, 2011 to China. In 2009 the LVYO was chosen for the state's Governor's Arts Award for Leadership in Arts Education.
The LVYO program is made possible through a partnership between the Clark County School District, the Friends of the Las Vegas Youth Orchestras (FLVYO-the Non-Profit) as well as the Sands Foundation.
