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Kawartha Youth Orchestra

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KYO gives young musicians in the Kawartha Region an opportunity to learn & perform symphonic music Jeff Clements leads this ensemble Thursday evenings.

Founded in 2002, The Senior Kawartha Youth Orchestra (SKYO) give young musicians of the Kawartha Region ages 12- 28 the opportunity to learn symphonic music and perform in an orchestral ensemble under the artistic direction of Dr. Alexander (Al) Cannon. This is an auditioned orchestra rehearses Sunday afternoons and is for the experienced musician. The Intermediate Kawartha Youth Orchestra (IKYO), is geared towards young musicians ages 8 and up. There are no auditions necessary but musicians must be able to read music and have some previous experience on their instrument. The Junior Kawartha Youth Orchestra (JKYO) is available to beginner musicians or youth with limited musical experience ages 8 -14. These small ensembles will give your child the basics of music and teach them how to play an instrument of their choice. Instrument loan is included in the registration fee. The JKYO meets on Tuesday evenings.

10/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our violin masterclass this weekend (and a big shoutout to the soloists!) Our violinists were privileged to receive instruction and feedback from the incredible Erika Raum.

These classes are always a great benefit to our musicians and worth the investment and time! What instrument would you like to see our next masterclass focus on??

10/24/2026

See you TOMORROW for this can't-miss event!

Entry is by donation and is open to all.

10/23/2026

Don't forget about this fun event happening THIS Saturday.
Get your tickets
Get your costumes ready.
And if you see one of our amazing KYO volunteers while you're there, say hi!

10/20/2026

The Kawartha Youth Orchestra invites you to attend a Violin Masterclass taught by Erika Raum! Violinists from both our Senior and Intermediate Orchestras will perform solos and receive feedback on technique and musical interpretation. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to see a world class musician and one of Canada’s top violin pedagogues, at work with incredible local youth musicians.

The Masterclass will take place on Sunday, October 25th from 1pm-2:30pm at Wesley Hall in the New Canadians Centre (221 Romaine Street, Peterborough). This event is open to the public with entry by donation.

10/11/2026

Wishing everyone a happy, restful holiday! However you choose to celebrate, may it be full of family, friends, fun, and lots of food!

10/07/2026

Let's GLOW!
It's officially spooky season and Delta Bingo is giving you a fun way to celebrate. Register for Glow Bingo -- have fun, win cool prizes, and support local charities!

Interested in VOLUNTEERING at Delta Bingo during fun events like this? You can help raise vital funds for the Kawartha Youth Orchestra and the Upbeat! program. Reach out to us today.

09/17/2026

Our beginner brass class starts NEXT WEEK and we still have a couple of spaces available!

Open to students on horn, trumpet, tuba or trombone!

Beginning Wednesday, September 23rd at 5:00 p.m.

Register here today: https://forms.gle/Y1EbrmchBA7Q1mSq9

09/10/2026

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Colin McMahon as Executive Director of the KYO.

Colin has brought exceptional expertise and passion to his roles as Program Manager and Artistic Director of the Upbeat! program over the past two seasons, and we are confident his leadership will continue to elevate our organization.

Please join us in congratulating Colin and celebrating this exciting new chapter!

09/08/2026

The KYO is thrilled to have been chosen as the recipient of a Community Music Grant. Thank you to the D'Addario Foundation for your ongoing support of our organization and the young musicians in our community!

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08/31/2026

Do you have questions about the KYO?
Are you curious about the different levels of Orchestra we offer?
Do you just want to know what's up with that Murray Lefebvre guy?

Come out for a Meet & Greet on Sunday, September 20th, at the New Canadians Centre Peterborough

This will be a casual, drop-in opportunity. Ask your questions, see what we're all about, check out our rehearsal space, meet our lead staff and some fellow musicians.

We look forward to meeting you!

Address

New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street
Peterborough, ON
K9J2C3

Opening Hours

Tuesday	3pm - 6pm
Wednesday	3pm - 8pm
Thursday	3pm - 8pm
Sunday	1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+17054104025

Website

http://www.thekyo.ca/

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