Louis Scaglione, Music Director & Conductor

Philadelphia Youth Orchestra (PYO) is the Institute’s flagship and most advanced ensemble. PYO provides unparalleled orchestral training, masterclass instruction, and performance opportunities.

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Why Join PYO?

• Strengthen college and conservatory applications, as PYO alumni are accepted into top universities, colleges, and conservatories worldwide, with access to exclusive PYO Music Institute resources, including audition preparation and conducting classes.
• Perform professional-level orchestral repertoire in Marian Anderson Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, collaborating with renowned soloists in nationally recognized performances.
• Train with Maestro Louis Scaglione, a leading youth orchestra conductor with over 25 years of experience, and receive advanced orchestral training through masterclass sectionals with members of The Philadelphia Orchestra through the Institute’s Advanced Orchestra Training Program.
• Build essential life skills, including perseverance, responsibility, and artistic excellence, preparing for success in music and beyond.

PYO Membership Benefits:

Intro to Conducting Course Master Class + Advanced Orchestra Training Program College & Conservatory Prep Program

Auditions & Enrollment

We are accepting rolling auditions for the 2025/2026 Season!

• While we are accepting auditions for all instruments, PYO is actively seeking contrabass, bassoon, contrabassoon, harp, piano, celesta, organ, percussion, trumpet, and trombone musicians.

Audition Requirements:

1. required scales
2. a solo piece of your choice
3. required orchestral excerpts (specific to each instrument)

Download Audition Excerpts:

Violin (PDF) Viola (PDF) Cello (PDF) Bass (PDF) Flute (PDF) Oboe (PDF) Clarinet (PDF) Bassoon (PDF) French Horn (PDF) Trumpet (PDF) Trombone (PDF) Bass Trombone (PDF) Tuba (PDF) Percussion (PDF) Harp (PDF) Piano (PDF) Audition Here

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Tuition & Financial Aid

• Annual Tuition: $2,150 (2025-2026 season)
• Non-refundable deposit: $550 due upon registration after the audition process
• Financial aid available after the audition process for students demonstrating need
• College Students may be eligible for the PYOMI Collegiate Fellowship
• Philadelphia School District students may be eligible for the PYOMI/All-City Fellowship

For more information, contact info@pyomusic.org or 215.545.0502.