Raise your voice to reinstate Melbourne Youth Orchestras' state government funding

Some more compelling reasons to re-instate MYO funding

Here are just a few of the ways that MYO is enhancing music education in Victoria.

  • Over 600 young musicians attend MYO every week during school terms and [number participate in our Summer and Winter School Programs
  • MYO provides experiences in symphony, string and jazz orchestras and symphonic bands
  • MYO employs over 200 workers, including the State's leading professional musicians and teachers
  • We keep fees affordable and ensure that no young learner is ever excluded due to financial or other barriers.
  • For many, MYO is the launching place for professional music careers that span varied musical genres.
  • Participating in MYO programs enhances the  overall experience of the Victorian education system. Research suggests ensemble music-making builds self-confidence and organisational skills, improves socio-emotional wellbeing, and fosters a sense of belonging and an ability to work as a team.