Welcome to TYOF!
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The Youth Orchestras of Fairfax are two ensembles comprised of talented school-aged musicians from the Greater Washington D.C. area.


The Youth Symphony Orchestra of Fairfax (YSO) is complete with strings and winds. The Concert Orchestra (CO) features intermediate level strings.

The mission of The Youth Orchestras of Fairfax (TYOF) is to provide young people with the opportunity to perform first-class orchestral and chamber music, develop their skills through quality instruction, increase their enjoyment of classical music, and contribute to the cultural life of Fairfax County. 

2009-2010 Season Audition Dates
Posted on Friday 20 March 2009 by webmaster  
August 15, 2009, 8:00 am -- 3:00 pm

Location: 

Holmes Middle School
6525 Montrose Street
Alexandria, VA 22312

Application Deadline:  August 5, 2009

Please go to the Auditions Page to download the season brochure and application and required music excerpts and scales.


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Meet our New Artistic Director
Posted on Tuesday 30 June 2009 by webmaster  
TYOF is proud to introduce Mr Todd Mastric, Artistic Director and Principal Conductor.  Read about him on the Staff and Conductors page.

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New Season Schedule
Posted on Tuesday 23 June 2009 by webmaster  
Here is the new master schedule for 2009-2010:

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September 12 Musician Retreat at The Center for Music Education
Posted on Tuesday 21 April 2009 by webmaster  
This retreat will include activities, lectures, and sectionals featuring prominent DC-area musicians.  This day-long event is included in tuition.  Visit the gallery to view photos from last year's retreat, which featured members and instructors from the National Symphony Orchestra, Audubon String Quartet, and the Peabody Conservatory. The retreat will be held at the Center for Music Education in Reston, Virginia.  Musicians will be invited to attend upon successful audition for the 2009-2010 season.


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Great News!
Posted on Tuesday 11 November 2008 by webmaster  
acflogo.gifTYOF is a recipient of a grant from the Arts Council of Fairfax! 
The Arts Council of Fairfax County creates and nurtures an environment in which the arts and artists can flourish. 

The Arts Council supports artists and arts organizations, advocates for the arts and sustainable funding, and inspires, cultivates, and reflects the cultural and artistic diversity of Fairfax County. 

Click here to learn more about the Arts Council of Fairfax County.




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