Australian Youth Orchestra
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Founded in 1948, the Australian Youth Orchestra is one of the world’s most prestigious and innovative musical training organisations.
From primary education through to professional immersion, more than 3,500 young Australians from all states and territories participate in AYO’s programs every year. Today, our alumni grace the orchestral stages from the London Symphony to the LA Philharmonic and fill over 65% of professional orchestral positions in Australia.
As a catalyst for personal growth and development, AYO programs are about more than music. For many, AYO is an experience participants keep for life.
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Alumni
More than 12,000 young musicians over 76 years – and counting. Follow the extraordinary careers of our alumni and reconnect with fellow participants.
Donors
Our donors support AYO to empower and inspire the next generation of captivating artists and arts leaders from every corner of the country.
Partners
AYO works with a number of education and production partners to deliver the highest level of artistic training.
Thank you so much for allowing us to all come together from different corners of Australia and make music together it really is rare and special.
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