The American Youth Symphony is dedicated to the artistic development of a new generation of musicians and to building new audiences. Led by Music Director, Alexander Treger, the orchestra supports outstanding players ages 15 to 27, who seek to broaden their horizons in a pre-professional environment. Through free concerts at UCLA’s Royce Hall, we foster curiosity, aspire to achieve excellence and share our explorations.

Bravo to all the musicians!

David Newman and Danny Elfman, The Elfman Project I, May 6, 2012, Royce Hall

David Newman conducts Edward Scissorhands Suite, The Elfman Project I, May 6, 2012

The Elfman Project is supported by grants from The James Irvine Foundation and
LA County Arts Commission, and sponsored by BMI.
Special thanks to David Newman.

Special support provided by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Support the American Youth Symphony with a membership, and gain access to preferred seating and post-concert gatherings with the artists. Become a member now to enjoy benefits throughout the 2012/13 season.

Rehearsals for the March 4, 2012 concert, presented by the LA Phil at
Walt Disney Concert Hall

Concert recordings: Click here to listen to Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 and Lutosławski’s Symphony No. 4.

All AYS concerts at Royce Hall are free, but guests must have a ticket to enter the hall. Members never have to make reservations for concerts at Royce Hall; we will automatically have tickets waiting at the Members Welcome table in the lobby. Click here for details on becoming a member.

Special Thanks