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!
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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 pro

grams 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.

08/21/2026

How many did you guess?

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Think you could write the next great musical? This season, NYYS Musical Theater Songwriting students will work with distinguished guest artists including Laurence O’Keefe (Mean Girls, Heathers), David Lindsay-Abaire (Kimberly Akimbo, Shrek), Mark Sonnenblick (K-Pop Demon Hunters), Grey Henson (Mean Girls, Shucked), Adam Gwon (Ordinary Days), and more.

✨ Applications for the 2026–27 season are now open! Learn more and apply through the link in our bio.

08/19/2026

You're invited ✨

As auditions begin, preparations for this year’s Gala are underway!

Themed “Ignite,” this year’s Gala will celebrate those who inspire artistic excellence at NYYS.

🔥 Save the date: October 26 at 6 PM

Tickets will be available beginning at the end of August. Stay tuned for more details!

08/18/2026

What is Musical Theater Songwriting?

One of our newer programs, Musical Theater Songwriting is an opportunity for students to explore the art of writing songs you might hear in your favorite musical. But what exactly does that look like?

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. From writing original music to workshopping their pieces with professional songwriters from some of your favorite musicals, students get the chance to experience the creative process firsthand.

Whether you’re already involved in theater or simply curious about exploring a new side of music, Musical Theater Songwriting is a space to experiment, collaborate, and find your voice 🎶

Interested in learning more? Check out the program at the link in our bio!

08/13/2026

We're pretty chic here at NYYS 😌

08/12/2026

t’s already August?! 😳

With school starting soon, you may be looking for new ways to expand your artistic palette. Why not add musical theater songwriting to the mix? 🎶

The NYYS Musical Theater Songwriting Program offers emerging songwriters the opportunity to explore and develop their craft through workshops, masterclasses, and seminars with premiere Broadway professionals.

🎭 Learn more and apply at the link in our bio!


08/12/2026

Hear about Devon's experience working with the Symphony Orchestra playing their piece "Hometown, Homeland" 🏠

Throughout the season, Composition students are paired with an ensemble, work closely with performers through rehearsals and revisions, and bring their original works to life in this culminating performance.

Are you a composer looking to collaborate with incredible musicians? Applications are now open 📝

Visit our website for more information nyys.org 🌟

08/06/2026

Did you know our Jazz program released an album this past year?

Throughout the year, our ensembles have the opportunity to participate in once in a lifetime opportunities like this recording project!

Featured here is “Cottontail” from our album Lineage. Available on streaming platforms and in our bio!

Want to participate in cool opportunities like this one? Check the link in our bio for more information!

08/06/2026

Did you guess it correct? Put your answers in the comments below!

Applications for 2026-27 are now open. Learn more about our programs through the link in our bio.

Featured is our reduced Symphony Orchestra conducted by NYYS Robert L. Poster Conducting Apprentice Suhyun Christine Park

08/04/2026

How many did you guess? Put your answers in the comments below!

Applications for 2026-27 are now open. Learn more through the link in our bio.

07/30/2026

6 reasons why it’s more than a composition class 📝

Under the guidance of Dr. Kyle Blaha, young composers have the opportunity to expand their compositional range. With access to unique opportunities such as working with some of the best composers and musicians of our era to explore the realm of film scoring, our students leave with not only diverse experiences but are inspired to keep developing their artistry.

If you’re a composer looking to challenge yourself and join a community of like-minded musicians, applications are live now 🌟

Fun fact: Vincent Oppido is one of our guest composers for this upcoming season!

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