Where New York’s Next Generation Takes the Stage
The Premiere Youth Symphony — NY (formal: Premiere Youth Symphony of New York) unites exceptional young musicians across the Tri-State area for professional-caliber training, mentorship, and marquee performances — culminating in our annual Carnegie Hall concert.
About the Symphony
Rooted in Manhattan and serving the Tri-State area, the Premiere Youth Symphony of New York (PYSNY) delivers elite orchestral training with a warm, student-centered ethos. We welcome future professionals and dedicated young musicians pursuing excellence as a lifelong passion.
Programs
See audition requirementsPYSNY Symphony
Flagship ensemble performing cornerstone symphonic works and new commissions.
- Weekly rehearsals · Manhattan
- Sectionals with guest principals
- Marquee venues incl. Carnegie Hall
Opera Collaborations
Select projects with the Premiere Opera Foundation, including POFIVC Finals.
- Vocal collaboration labs
- Gala & Finals features
- Professional rehearsal process
International Residency: POVAI (Italy)
Invitation-only summer residency in Trani with performances alongside Foundation artists.
- Orchestral + opera repertoire
- Cultural immersion
- Artist talks & masterclasses
Auditions & How to Apply
Serious young musicians (strings, winds, brass, percussion, harp, piano) are invited to audition. Financial aid available; no student turned away for inability to pay.
- Two contrasting excerpts
- One concerto or sonata movement
- Scales & sight-reading
- Fall live auditions: Sept 6–21
- Video prescreens due Aug 20
- Callbacks announced Aug 27
- Tiered tuition with aid
- Sibling discounts
- Installment plans
2025–2026 Season
Highlights include the Carnegie Hall season finale, a New Voices commission, side-by-side workshop with guest principals, and collaborations with the Premiere Opera Foundation’s POFIVC gala.
- Fall: Symphonic Showcase · Alice Tully Hall (Lincoln Center)
- Winter: Opera Collaboration Concert · NYC
- Spring: Carnegie Hall Finale · Stern/Weill TBC
Carnegie Hall Season Finale
Featuring landmark symphonic and operatic repertoire with distinguished soloists from the Premiere Opera Foundation network.
Get TicketsConservatory & College Audition Consultation
Individualized guidance on repertoire selection, pre-screening strategy, materials, and mock auditions — aligned with the standards of leading conservatories and music programs.
Leadership
Founder and President of the Premiere Opera Foundation; artistic leadership across education, competition (POFIVC), and international programs (POVAI).
Conductor, pianist, and educator; leads the symphony’s artistic programming and mentorship.
Support the Symphony
Your gift empowers scholarships, commissions, sectionals with guest principals, and performances on New York’s most iconic stages.
- Scholarships ensure access regardless of ability to pay
- New commissions & artist residencies
- International exchange with POVAI (Italy)