The mission of the Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras is to nurture, develop and advance young talented musicians in a quality orchestral program.
The Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras (MCYO) of Strathmore strives to create a seamless connection between the artistic and the educational experience. MCYO is highly regarded regionally and nationally as one of the country’s most outstanding youth orchestra programs. Founded in 1946 as the Montgomery County Youth Orchestra, MCYO is the oldest and most established youth orchestra program in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Upcoming MCYO Events
WED DECEMBER 11 | 7PM
December Concert Series - LUMINOSITY
Saturday, December 14, 2024 - FREE CONCERT
• 2pm @ Our Lady of Good Counsel HS – Future Stars & Concert Orchestra
March Concert Series – ASCEND
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 - CMP Recital
• 6pm @ Strathmore Mansion
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
• 7pm @ Strathmore – YA, SYM, CE
Saturday, March 15, 2025 - Small Ensemble Concert — Time and Venue TBD
Sunday, March 16, 2025
• 2pm @ Strathmore — FS, PS, CS
• 7pm @ Strathmore — PHIL, K!, Harp Ensemble
May Concert Series – CELEBRATIONS
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
• 7pm Concert @ Strathmore — YA, SYM, CE
Saturday, May 17, 2025 – Small Ensemble Concert: Flutes & Clarinet Choirs, Harp Ensemble @ Time and Venue TBD
Sunday, May 18, 2025
• 2pm @ Strathmore – FS, PS, CS, K!
• 7pm @ Strathmore – CO, PHIL
Contact Us
For all inquiries, please email us at MCYO@strathmore.org
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