Loudoun
Symphony Youth Orchestra
The cornerstone of Loudoun Symphony’s youth educational program, Loudoun Symphony Youth Orchestras (LSYO) provide an opportunity for varying levels of experienced musicians to perform with a large ensemble outside of an academic setting. All musicians are expected to perform in their school orchestras and bands if offered and are strongly encouraged to take private lessons.
Our Orchestras
About Us
In addition to weekly ensemble rehearsals, LSYO students are coached regularly by Loudoun Symphony Orchestra musicians and participate in masterclasses and workshops given by world-renowned musicians. LSYO students have performed for artists hailing from notable organizations such as the National Symphony Orchestra and The President’s Own United States Marine Band, as well as major international solo artists. They participate in school honors music programs, Virginia All-State Orchestra and Band, Senior/Junior Regional Orchestras, and All-County Honors ensembles. LSYO students have also been invited to study at Interlochen Arts Camp, Boston University’s Tanglewood Institute, and other prestigious summer music programs.
To request an LSYO Ensemble at your next event, please fill out the request form here.
LSYO Music Director & Conductors
Hayden Denesha
Music Director
Samantha Oakley
Conductor, Symphonic Orchestra
Drew
Lisowski
Conductor, String Orchestra
Sarah
Geiger
Conductor, Prelude Strings
LSYO Summer Orchestral Institute
LSYO's SUMMER ORCHESTRAL INSTITUTE 2026
Sunday, July 26 - Friday, July 31, 2026
The LSYO Summer Orchestral Institute (SOI) brings together world-class performers and young orchestral musicians from across Northern Virginia for a week of music-making and orchestral study. As a member of one of our leveled SOI ensembles, each musician will work with professional conductors, coaches, and performers to hone their orchestral and ensemble skills.
Primo Strings & Concert Orchestra registration is currently open.
Advanced Chamber Strings program is full and registration is currently closed.
LSYO Auditions
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Fall auditions for open seats are currently open for registration.
Check the Auditions page, and if your excerpt is still available, you can register for an August audition.
Fall Auditions Locations:
Friday, August 21, 2026: Willard Middle School, Aldie
Saturday, August 22, 2026: Farmwell Station Middle School, Ashburn
LSYO Summer Orchestral InstituteJuly 26 - July 31Leesburg, VA
LSYO AuditionsAugust 21 -August 22ndWillard Middle and Farmwell Station Middle
