A special thank you to all those in emergency services across the United States and world. Please enjoy this musical performance dedication, which includes Samantha Lu (American Youth Concert Orchestra, co-concertmaster) and her family. #AYPOatHome
AYPO's ArtsFairfax Arts Education Award 2018
"The 2018 ARTSFAIRFAX Arts Education Award was presented to the American Youth Philharmonic Orchestras for its commitment to under-served students, its dedication to first-class training, and its philosophy that music extends to success in the classroom and beyond."
AYDO Final Rehearsal - May 5, 2018
We CAN'T WAIT for the AYDO and AYSE Season Finale tomorrow at Ernst Community Cultural Center, Annandale Va. Join us for a FUN, FUN, FUN finale to the season!
#tbt AYSE plays Star Wars selections
#tbt to last year's STELLAR final AYSE concert!
Next Monday, April 30 is an OPEN REHEARSAL for AYDO and AYSE prospective students. Get an exclusive look at what it's like to be a member of AYPO's Debut Orchestra and String Ensemble, under the baton of Laura Cahn.
Any student interested in auditioning for AYDO or AYSE is invited to attend the open rehearsals, accompanied by their parent/guardian(s). The rehearsal will feature the music of Los Angeles, with selections from Harry Potter, Willy Wonka, John Williams, and more. AYPO staff members will be on site to answer questions and register students to audition in June! RSVP here >> https://goo.gl/5qhQfG
AYPO Students Perform at Brightview Senior Living
Wishing our AYPO family a wonderful holiday season and Happy New Year! Our office will be closed December 25-29. We look forward to seeing everyone when rehearsals resume on Tuesday, January 2! ❄️
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AYPO at Lincolnia & Lombardi
AYPO students recently spread holiday cheer with performances across the community. Our thanks to all students that participated, and to the Lincolnia Senior Center and Georgetown Lombardi Arts & Humanities Program for hosting us! 🎄🎶🎻🎄
AYPO Flute Ensemble
This Sunday at 3:00, get in the holiday spirit with the Harp & Flute Ensembles in Concert! Virginia Theological Seminary - Addison Academic Center. Free Admission! 🎶🎄❄️
Directions: http://bit.ly/2B0T00i
AYSE - December 2, 2017
AYDO and AYSE have been busy all afternoon putting the finishing touches on their program! Join us TOMORROW at 3:00 for decorations, sleigh bells and more at Woodson High School! AYDO and AYSE in Concert Tickets: http://bit.ly/2zjlyCl
AYPO Harp Quartet
Come early on Sunday for a special prelude concert featuring the AYPO Harp Quartet! Under the direction of Elizabeth Blakeslee, the quartet will perform works by Handel, Schönberg and more at 2:15 PM. The American Youth Philharmonic Opening Concert follows at 3:00 PM.
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November 5, 2017 - 2:15 PM (AYPO Harp Quartet) // 3:00 PM (AYP Concert)
Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center
Tickets: $10 at the door and online: https://goo.gl/dwCReb
AYP: Tchaikovsky Coronation March
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Here's a treat from last night's AYP rehearsal. Come out this Sunday at 3:00 PM for the opening concert of the 2017-18 season! Join us at 2:15 for a prelude concert featuring harpists from the AYPO Harp Ensemble.
TCHAIKOVSKY: Coronation March
GLIÈRE: Horn Concerto (Jennifer Montone, horn)
MUSSORGSKY/RAVEL: Pictures at an Exhibition (with BalletNova Center for Dance)
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American Youth Philharmonic Opening Concert
November 5, 2017 I 3:00 PM
Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center
Tickets: $10 at the door and online: https://aypo.secure.force.com/ticket/#sections_a0FA000000KZTmJMAX
Force Awakens - AYDO/AYSE Concert
Full video of the surprise from the AYDO/AYSE concert this weekend. Congratulations to our musicians on a fantastic final concert and season!
See you at auditions!
TWO free concerts today with Percussion Ensemble and Chamber Ensemble Program!
Percussion Ensemble
3:00 PM
Yorktown High School
Chamber Ensemble Program
7:00 PM
Church of the Epiphany
See you there!
TODAY!
National Gallery of Art, East Garden Court, 2 PM!
We are looking forward to the Music Buddies Mentor Recital tonight! Minnie Howard School, 6 PM!
Join us at 3 PM for the premiere concert of the AYPO Harp Ensemble!