Never miss a surprise or a concert!
Never miss a surprise or a concert!
Fall Audition Dates: August 16th & 23rd, 10 AM - 4 PM at Thaden school
Fall Auditions are held in August and parent/student orientation is in September. Spring Auditions are held in December and parent/student orientation is in December.
Rehearsals are Monday evenings from September until March, excluding US holidays.
The Arlene M. Warner Scholarship fund was born from a little girl's dream. Without the resources to fulfill her desire to take piano lessons when she was a child, Arlene encouraged and endorsed each of her five children in their musical interests. That vision spread to her community as she suported young musicians in the APYO over the past decades. In 2022, her stewardship became formal with the creation of the Arlene M. Warner Scholarship Fund providing access to music education for young students no matter their situation.
Mrs. Warner's fund provides resources to young musicians for lessons, instrument acquisition, music camps and special training opportunities. Her fund brings unique opportunities within reach for young musicians who may not be able to participate on their own.
Please consider being a part of this extraordinary vision for the youth of Northwest Arkansas. You, too can make dreams come true.
The Arkansas Philharmonic Youth Orchestra is the next big step in young students' musical journey, a dynamic, full symphonic ensemble tailored for middle school and high school students with at least one year of playing experience. We are committed to preparing and inspiring young musicians for their future. APYO offers a unique opportunity to grow as a musician in a collaborative, supportive, and inspiring environment.
APYO students receive a blend of group and individual coaching designed to strengthen technical skills and enhance musical expression, under the direction of music educator and concert pianist Paulina Behler, and with additional mentorship from APO and SONA violinist and experienced violin instructor Ben Weir. Through this guided experience in a full ensemble setting, students build the confidence and foundation needed to succeed in more advanced orchestras as they grow into accomplished musicians in the years to come.
Throughout the season, APYO presents two concerts per semester: a mid-term and a final performance, giving students the chance to showcase their progress and share their passion for music with family, friends, and the community.
Join us and be part of a meaningful experience where you don’t just play music but become an essential member who contributes to our vibrant NWA musical community, a musician equipped for the next stage of musical growth.
