Since 1996, the Williamsburg Youth Orchestra (WYO) has inspired young musicians across the greater Williamsburg area—including Williamsburg-James City County, York, Newport News, New Kent, and Gloucester—by providing music education and performance opportunities. WYO serves students from 3rd grade through high school with two String ensembles, a Junior Wind & Brass Ensemble, and the area’s only full Symphony Orchestra experience for youth. Our mission is to elevate, inspire, and enrich orchestral music experiences for young musicians, while our vision is to create a welcoming environment where they can joyfully pursue musical excellence to share with our community.

NEW Next Season 2025-2026!
Wind Ensemble

WYO is expanding! We are launching an advanced Wind Ensemble (WYOWE) for high school wind and brass musicians. This ensemble will focus on repertoire that demands strong expressive and artistic skills.

Screening Auditions

Date: May 10, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Williamsburg Presbyterian Church (Choir Room)

Recruiting: Rising 9th–12th graders

Audition Fee: $50 (applied toward tuition); payable by check, cash, or Venmo
Tuition: $400 (due in August at placement auditions)

Rehearsals on Mondays

Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Berkeley Middle School

To request an audition, visit “Audition: Wind Ensemble Screening Audition Request" tab on this website.

Tuition assistance available. For questions, contact the Executive Director at manager@wyomusic.org.