CORNELIUS, February 10, 2024 – The Cornelius Youth Orchestra showcased their talent in a concert at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. The performance, an entirely classical program, featured masterpieces by renowned composers including Beethoven, Grieg,… Read More »Orchestra Performs Beethoven, Brahms, Elgar at Mt. Zion UMC
Charlotte, NC – February 3, 2024 – The Cornelius Youth Orchestras had the privilege of performing the national anthem before a packed audience tonight at the Charlotte Checkers Hockey game. Our musicians from five different… Read More »CYO Performs National Anthem at Charlotte Checkers Game
January 17, 2024 – Cornelius Youth Orchestras (CYO) is excited to announce the launch of the Musical Pathways Initiative (MPI), a groundbreaking program designed to provide access and opportunities for elementary-aged students in the Lake… Read More »CYO Launches Musical Pathways Initiative to Foster Musical Education for Elementary Students
Huntersville, December 2023 – The talented small ensembles of the Cornelius Youth Orchestras entertained audiences this past holiday season with enchanting performances at key community events. The Apollo Quartet, a string ensemble comprised of the… Read More »CYO in the Community: Apollo String Quartet and Brass Trio Spread Holiday Cheer
December 7, 2023 – Huntersville, NC — The Cornelius Youth Orchestras Brass Ensemble enjoyed presenting a Winter Show at the Park in Huntersville this Thursday evening. In a more intimate setting, the program featured a… Read More »CYO in the Community: Brass Ensemble Winter Show at the Park
Davidson, NC – This past Saturday evening, the powerful sound of the Cornelius Youth Orchestras’ Brass Ensemble resonated through Main Street, adding a touch of musical magic to the festive atmosphere of Christmas in Davidson.… Read More »CYO in the Community: Brass Ensemble Brings Christmas Cheer in Davidson
Huntersville, NC – The Cornelius Youth Orchestras’ Prelude Strings class brought some holiday cheer to the residents of Ranson Ridge senior living facility in Huntersville, NC this past Saturday morning, December 2. Under the guidance… Read More »CYO in the Community: Prelude Strings Perform at Ranson Ridge
HUNTERSVILLE, DECEMBER 1, 2023 – In a night of musical magic, the Cornelius Youth Orchestras hosted their Christmas Showcase that saw the Woodwind Ensemble, Junior Brass Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Philharmonic, and Orchestra programs sharing the… Read More »“Christmas Showcase”: A Symphonic Holiday Celebration
Cornelius, NC – This past Saturday families and friends gathered in Cain Park, eagerly awaiting the magical moment when the Town of Cornelius’ Christmas tree would be illuminated at the town’s annual Light Up, Cornelius… Read More »CYO in the Community: Orchestra Performs at Light Up Cornelius!
Dear Friend, As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, I can’t help but mention that we have so much to be grateful for so far this CYO season. In more than one way, it really… Read More »A Note from the Director // Giving Tuesday 2023