New York Youth Symphony

New York Youth Symphony Grammy Winning Symphony Orchestra. Chamber Music. Jazz Ensemble. Composition. Crescendo Orchestra. Conducting. Musical Theater Songwriting. Join Us Today!

The New York Youth Symphony is one of the most awarded youth programs of its kind in the nation, including the 2022 Grammy award for Best Orchestral Performance. It is recognized for its innovative, educational programs for talented young musicians. Founded in 1963 as an orchestra to showcase the metropolitan area’s most gifted musicians ages 12-22, its activities have since grown to encompass programs in chamber music, conducting, composition, jazz, and musical theater songwriting with performances at world class venues including Carnegie Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Through its commissioning program, First Music, the NYYS has commissioned over 170 works from young composers since 1984.

10/06/2026

FOR YOUR GRAMMY CONSIDERATION 🌟

NYYS Jazz presents Lineage, the ensemble’s debut album featuring classic charts, reimagined arrangements, contemporary works, and new music, Lineage brings together the rich traditions of jazz with the voices of the next generation.

Led by The Robert J. Levine Jazz Program Director Michael Thomas, the New York Youth Symphony Jazz Ensemble is an electrifying 17-member big band that embodies the spirit of America’s music—jazz. Inspired by the 20th century’s legendary big bands, NYYS jazz honors the remarkable legacy of the great jazz masters of the past while infusing it with modern and emerging styles, making the genre relevant for today’s audiences.

For consideration in Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album & Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Ca****la.

🎧 Listen to Lineage on all platforms! Simply search "NYYS Jazz"

10/05/2026

Crescendo Music Director, Tanya, reacts to how many hours you've practiced today 🤨

09/29/2026

Our Symphony Orchestra had an exciting weekend at their Annual Kickoff, a weekend filled with practice, bonding, and fun!

09/24/2026

Making your (throwback) Thursday better with some Mendelssohn 😌🙌

We can't wait to hear more great chamber music this season! Featured here is the HaWK Trio performing Mendelssohn's Piano Trio No. 1 in Austin Chamber Music Center's 7th Annual Coltman Competition.

Interested in hearing more talented young musicians live? Keep a look out for our season announcement on October 1 ✨

09/22/2026

From his beginnings as a young trumpet player and founding member of the New York Youth Symphony to a celebrated career as a conductor, educator, and champion of music education, for Gerard Schwarz, music has been a lifelong journey.

This year, we are proud to honor Schwarz with the Theodore L. Kesselman Award for Arts Education, recognizing his significant contributions to nurturing young people through the arts.

As he says, his work in music is “the next mountain” he is climbing, and he is dedicating his life to it.

We look forward to celebrating Schwarz and his extraordinary commitment to the next generation of musicians at our 64th Annual Benefit Gala on October 26. ✨ Tickets and tables are available in our bio.

09/17/2026

First rehearsal interviews with the Symphony Orchestra!

We have an exciting season ahead! Keep up with our socials for more updates 📱

09/15/2026

We’ve officially started the season! 🤩

Our Symphony Orchestra, Crescendo Orchestra, and Robert L. Poster Conducting Apprenticeship Program kicked off rehearsals this past Sunday, and we’re so excited to welcome our musicians back for another season of music, learning, fun, and collaboration!

More programs will be getting started soon! And there are still opportunities to apply to select NYYS programs.

Visit our application portal on Acceptd to learn more and see what’s still open 🙌

09/10/2026

This song is feeling "Cosmically Real" ✨

Throughout the year, under the guidance of Michael Kooman, students with a wide range of musical backgrounds and experiences come together to experiment, create, and develop their own songs.

Featured is a collaborative song by our Musical Theater Songwriting students Landon Ifill, Maya Callaghan, and anastasia 🌞💫🦋 performed at Joe's Pub.

Applications are closing soon! Check out the link in our bio to apply 🙌

With the beginning of our season approaching, we asked our community to share what comes to mind when they think of "NYY...
09/09/2026

With the beginning of our season approaching, we asked our community to share what comes to mind when they think of "NYYS" 🤔

What's your favorite NYYS memory? Share it in the comments!

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