First Rehearsal Outing at Crane's Beach

Each year, NMYO holds a first rehearsal Sunday outing at the Barn on The Crane Estate in Ipswich for members of Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Intermezzo Orchestra. This day includes music, ice cream, and introductions. Musicians are expected to attend this kick-off into the new concert season, both for the opportunity to rehearse their music for the first time with the entire group, as well as having the chance to socialize with other members of their ensemble.

​Interesting in joining NMYO? You are invited to the First Rehearsal outing to sit in on a rehearsal, play along with the ensemble, meet the conductors, and have a chance to see what makes NMYO so much fun! All musicians, ages 6-18 are welcome! Click here for this year's schedule.

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Chamber Music Program

All NMYO Symphony Orchestra musicians, and a few select members of Intermezzo and Wind Ensemble, take part in the annual Chamber Music Program. Musicians participate in one small chamber music ensemble that rehearses each week during January and February. Coached by area professionals, NMYO Chamber Musicians perform a concert at the conclusion of the program in March. The chamber musicians further their skills by learning to play more independently. They gain an appreciation for the chamber music experience through team work and build confidence by participating in unique performance opportunities.

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Youth Serving Through Music

The Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras is dedicated to teaching young musicians to serve others through their music. To this end, NMYO Chamber groups perform concerts at senior citizen residences, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and schools in one or more of the communities that NMYO serves.
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The goal of the program is to provide a musical experience that will remain with NMYO musicians throughout their lives as performers, audience members, and concerned citizens of their communities.

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