Learn about the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA), one of Carnegie Hall’s three national youth ensembles.

Get ready for the next exciting chapter at NYO! We have grown tremendously over the past two decades, engaging young athletes from over 25 neighborhoods across the city.

The NYO scholarships typically range from $1,500 to $1,000 (depending on funds raised) and will be awarded to high school seniors across Alaska actively participating with a Native Youth …

NYO-USA Performs John Williams’s “Adventures on Earth” from “E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial” NYO-USA / NYO2 / NYO Jazz 10K views3 years ago

Apprentice Composer Each summer, NYO-USA invites two rising artists to join as apprentice composers, working closely during the residency with composer Sean Shepherd. As a part of …

Jul 20, 2025 · The NYO was conceived by Clive Gillinson, the Executive and Artistic Director of Carnegie Hall, who played in youth orchestras in his native England and wanted to create …

During NYO Side by Side, The NYO musicians act as mentors and role models for the local musicians. Primary schools and secondary schools have also hosted NYO for open rehearsals …

Sep 4, 2025 · The National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA) invites young musicians ages 16–19 to audition.

NYO musicians take their seat in the Orchestra for the year, starting in October all the way through to August. It’s 40+ days of live activity including three full residencies and three …

The National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA) performs the first movement of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 with conductor Gianandrea...