With profound sadness, the National Youth Orchestra of Canada mourns the passing of Greg Irvine, a cherished board member and tuba alumnus (1976, 1977, 1981 Classical Orchestra).

Naomi Woo, First Female Music Director of NYO Canada

Master Your Audition with NYO Online Workshops

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Cultivating Musical Excellence

In Loving Memory of Michael Reid Perry: A Tribute to a Percussionist’s Legacy

National Youth Orchestra of Canada Delights Halifax with a Heartwarming Concert at IWK Health Centre’s Newman Gardens

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National Youth Orchestra of Canada Announces Paula Arciniega as the Commissioned Artist for the 2023 Aurora Tour

 National Youth Orchestra Partners with Sistema Kingston for a “Day in the Life” Experience 

The 2023 NYO Canada Award of Excellence Winners

Announcing the winners of the 2023 Canada Council Michael Measures Prize!