Join Our Youth Orchestra!
Rowan Youth Orchestra
This ensemble is dedicated to performing unabridged orchestral works as well as upper level arrangements from a variety of musical genres. No audition required!
Come Join Us!
An Introduction to the Rowan Youth Orchestra
Interested in the Rowan Youth Orchestra? Watch this introductory video for RYO! Come join our community!
Details
Overview
- When: Sundays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Where: Wilson Hall, Room 156
- Rehearsal Dates: 9/7/25 - 11/30/25; 1/25/26 - 4/26/26
- Performances: December 7, 2025 & May 3, 2026
- Cost: $565
Details
The Rowan Youth Orchestra, now in its 40th year, is a full orchestra consisting of strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments. Members are typically in grades 8-12 from schools throughout southern New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. No formal audition required. Please reach out to us at rowancommunitymusicschool@rowan.edu to schedule a chair seating placement.
RYO is designed for musicians who are highly proficient on their instrument and are confident navigating key signatures with up to four sharps and four flats. We also look for musicians who have started exploring solo repertoire, such as concertos, showcasing their technical proficiency and maturity as musicians. Numerous unabridged pieces are included in our repertoire, giving musicians the chance to broaden their musical experiences. Previous experience in ensemble playing is also highly valued because it promotes teamwork and group cohesion.
Registration
Cost: $565
A payment plan option is also available for full year participation.