LYO ensembles include two full orchestras, two string orchestras, and four chamber ensembles for strings, winds, brass, and percussion, as well as two beginning strings programs. …

This increases LYO effectiveness in student placement. Video auditions allow educators, private teachers, and family members to take part in the audition experience, enhancing student …

LYO rehearsals take place at the Youth Performing Arts School (YPAS) or St. Matthews Pavilion, as well as some alternate locations when scheduling conflicts arise with venues.

Founded in 1958, the Louisville Youth Orchestra (LYO) is a nonprofit organization that offers an engaging and enriching instrumental ensemble experience to nurture a lifelong love of music. …

It features the LYO’s most advanced student musicians whose extra level of preparation and dedication lend to quickly learning advanced repertoire in a wide variety of styles. Throughout …

Nov 9, 2025 · Discovery Concert is LYO’s free educational field-trip concert for elementary and middle school students. School groups may register to bring their students below.

The Louisville Youth Orchestra (LYO) began in the fall of 1958 as an outgrowth of a six-week summer orchestral program sponsored by the Louisville Academy of Music.

Strings. Hosted in venues such as schools, community centers, and religious centers, Presto! provides an inexpensive, convenient, and sustainable way for students to begin learning a …

LYO’s partnership with Matthew stems from a shared desire to see LYO continue to grow upon the organization’s six decades of success. Matthew is an accomplished pianist, organist and …

Apr 7, 2025 · Today, the Louisville Youth Orchestra (LYO) proudly announced the appointment of Gabriel Lefkowitz as its new Music Director effective July 1, 2025.