The Youth Orchestra Program is the Richmond Symphony’s flagship educational program, founded in 1962, consists of four youth orchestras providing beginning to advanced musical training. As the premier orchestral training program of central Virginia, students participate in weekly rehearsals, coaching and masterclasses by Richmond Symphony musicians, chamber music performances, mentoring and other musical and social activities. The Youth Orchestra Program is open to elementary through high school students. Rehearsals are held every Tuesday afternoon September through May.

Auditions for the Youth Orchestra Program take place in the spring for the following season – learn more!

Performances include:

String Sinfonietta led by Christie-Jo Adams

Camerata Strings led by Rebecca Jilcott

Youth Concert Orchestra led by Christopher Moseley