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The PYO orchestras have 3 distinct sessions during our 2023-24 season.  

Students can join for 1, 2, or all 3 sessions.  

2023-24 Season Calendar

Important Forms & Documents

• Registration Form - All members must complete
• Audition Form - To be completed when your are joining or changing orchestras
• Teacher Recommendation Form - To be completed and submitted with your audition
• Season Calendar 
• Member Handbook

Our Orchestras

The PYO is offering three orchestras to best fit our members’ needs.

• The Pocono Junior Strings Orchestra
• The Pocono Chamber Strings Orchestra
• The Pocono Youth Orchestra

Find out which orchestra is the best fit for you.  

Rehearsal Location and Schedule

The PYO orchestras rehearse weekly at the Stroudsburg Junior High School in Stroudsburg, PA.  

• The PJSO rehearses on Tuesdays from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
• The PCSO rehearses on Tuesdays from 7:15 PM to 8:25 PM.  
• The PYO rehearses on Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

Visit the Rehearsal Information page for details  on rehearsal dates, sheet music, and concert information.  

Tuition

The PYO is a private organization that is funded almost entirely by tuition.  Tuition is due for each session by the second rehearsal.  Please fill out and submit the Registration Form and submit along with tuition payment.  We welcome all students regardless of ability to cover tuition costs.  If you require financial aid in order to participate in the PYO, please see the Registration Form for details.

2023-24 Season Tuition:

• PYO Members: $135 per session, 3 sessions per year
• PJSO/PCSO: $110 per session, 3 sessions per year

COVID-19 Policy

The PYO is committed to the health and safety of our members and our community.  We follow the recommended guidelines of our hosts, the Stroudsburg Area School District.  Please review our COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan.

Student Awards and Scholarships

The PYO offers numerous awards and scholarships to our students annually.  Students are selected for the Ensemble Player Award and the PJSO Leadership Award.  Students must apply for consideration of the Andersen scholarship and Excellency Award.  Keep an eye out for these opportunities as they become available!  

If you would like to sponsor an award, please contact us.

PYO Mentor Program

The PYO offers a free mentor program to build the talent of our younger students in the PJSO and PCSO.  

• PJSO and PCSO Students — Students in our younger groups can sign up for free lessons from our PYO students.  Contact the PYO to join the program!  
• PYO students — You are encouraged to become mentors.  You will gain invaluable teaching experiences.  You will be required to meet with your mentee about every 2 weeks and/or participate in PJSO / PCSO rehearsals.  Sign up to attend rehearsals to get started!