What does CYO mean in YOUTH

The Civic Youth Orchestra (CYO) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing aspiring young musicians access to quality music instruction without financial hardship. Through CYO, students are given the opportunity to learn, play and perform music along with talented peers in an encouraging and supportive atmosphere.

Any student between the ages of 8-18 years old who has basic knowledge of American Sign Language is eligible to participate in CYO.

You can get involved with CYO by contacting your local orchestra director or visiting the website for more information on upcoming events and how to sign up.

The instruments available through CYO range from woodwinds, strings, brass, percussion and keyboards. All necessary equipment for each program participant is provided by the organization.

In addition to regular concerts throughout the year, members of the Civic Youth Orchestra also have the opportunity to attend summer camps and workshops where they will be exposed to different styles of music. These camps typically include performances as well as educational seminars by both local professionals and internationally renowned artists.

Yes. Through its generous scholarship grants, selective students receive funding towards their tuition fees for their respective instrument lessons. Please contact your local chapter coordinator for more information on available scholarship opportunities.

Rehearsals usually take place once a week but depending on availability may be held more frequently during performance periods or when preparing for a specific project such as a concert tour or summer camp performance tour. Please refer to your individual contract agreement with applicable studio/orchestra leader for exact rehearsal times and details.

Most rehearsals are held at studios approved by our internal selection committee which we have deemed suitable based on safety concerns, space allocation as well as other considerations such as accessibilty (ease of transportation) etc...

Yes, all applicants must complete an official online membership form which will be used to evaluate suitability based on age & skill level standards set forth by our internal selection committee prior to approval being granted.

When you join us at one of our chapters across the United States you become part of a larger family that shares mutual interests in furthering musical skills & creating new memories together! Benefits offered include discounted access into various events hosted by our partner organizations as well as priority registration for select orchestral projects!

Please make sure that you bring your own instrument if required, reading material supplied in advance if applicable & any other materials needed i.e.: Workbooks/Music stands etc…other items such water bottles/snacks etc may also be brought however please ensure that these things are kept separate from active practice areas.