Imagine being part of an organization that supposedly existed for purposes of music education. . . all the while spending all the organizational resources on harvesting the talent that others have cultivated. Isn't that taking credit for another's labors? Well, that's the M.O. of most youth-arts organizations. They rely on schools/private teachers to sow the seeds, and rather than developing fertile soil in which those young lives can blossom, most youth orchestra programs are completely driven by the end results of the ensemble.
This is what we strive to avoid at PYPO, through our summer camp geared for middle school students and our strong commitment to the Prelude Strings, Prelude Brass, and Prelude Woodwinds. One of our priorities is to assist school music programs, augmenting the education provided in the schools. We're driven by the idea that PYPO students will return each week to their schools being leaders, mentors, and guides for other budding musicians. At PYPO, we do not place the product above the process. . . we try to balance these two ideals each and every week.
Our staff is totally committed to challenging each musician, nurturing each person, and exploring the humanity behind the art. We---the conductors and coaches--each enjoy creative lives which mean performing and sharing. As the world of classical music continues to undergo seismic shifts, at PYPO we cling to the idea that personal excellence transcends music, because a PYPO education is not necessarily training for just a music career---it is training for a creative life.

PITTSBURGH YOUTH PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
Advanced Orchestra - All Instruments

PYPO Prelude String Ensemble
Junior Ensemble - String Instruments Only

PYPO Prelude Woodwind Ensemble
Junior Ensemble - Woodwind Instruments Only
(new for 2011-2012)
(Minimum requirement: 1 year experience)

PYPO Prelude Brass Ensemble
Junior Ensemble - Brass Instruments Only
(Minimum requirement: 1 year experience)