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About AYPO
The mission of the American Youth Philharmonic Orchestras (AYPO) is to provide the highest quality musical experience that allows our students to grow as musicians and individuals, who then contribute to our nation's cultural landscape, as they become future artistic and community leaders. Recognized as one of the leading orchestral training programs in the nation, AYPO provides competitive world-class Catalogue for Philanthropytraining and performance opportunities for young musicians up to 21 years of age. With a nationally recognized artistic staff led by MusicDirector Daniel Spalding, a dedicated professional staff, and a host of volunteers, AYPO annually selects and trains over 400 of the most talented young musicians. For 47 years, AYPO has delivered programs of the highest caliber to young musicians and audiences throughout the Washington metropolitan region, earning an unrivaled reputation for excellence and distinction. AYPO is the Youth Orchestra in Residence at George Mason University Center for the Arts. Selected by the 2011-2012 Catalogue for Philanthropy as "one of the best small nonprofits in the Greater Washington region."


MUSICIAN ABSENCE REPORTING: manager@aypo.org or 703-642-5480. Include name, orchestra, instrument, and reason for absence

Welcome to the 2011-2012 Concert Season!

Grand Finale
American Youth Symphonic Orchestra
American Youth Philharmonic
Guest Artist: AnnaMaria Mottola, piano
Sunday, June 3, 3:00 p.m.
Center for the Arts, George Mason University

Showcase Recital
Music Buddies Mentorship Program
Monday, June 4, 7:30 p.m.
Kilmer Middle School, Vienna, Virginia
Free Admission!

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Announcements

Annual Parent Meeting on Monday, May 21, 7:00 p.m. at the Kilmer Center. Must be present to enter raffle for 10% off tuition for 2012-2013!

Audition results from Round 1 on April 28 were sent by e-mail on May 3. The Round 2 schedule will be sent by e-mail no later than May 21.

AYPO Welcomes Laura Woollen Cahn as the new Conductor of the American Youth String Ensemble [Read More]

Application process for the 2012-2013 orchestra season still open for the following instruments: trumpet, trombone, tuba, french horn, oboe, bassoon, percussion, and harp. Contact the General Manager for details [manager@aypo.org]

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