Welcome to the
Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras
Join GBYO!
Young musicians ages 6-21 participate in GBYO’s three orchestras, wind ensemble, and chamber ensembles in weekly rehearsals during the school year.
Students join from Boulder County, Broomfield, Fort Collins, Thornton, Littleton, and everywhere in between to work with like-minded students and outstanding conductors.
Auditions are held for all instruments, all ages. Audition to join:
Sinfonia, Philharmonic, or Symphony Orchestras
Wind Ensemble
Chamber music
Join the 2025-2026 season!
A home for young musicians 6-21
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A home for young musicians 6-21 •
The Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras provide a variety of opportunities for young musicians to deepen their musical skills and passion and to engage the community through performances of the highest possible artistic level. Learn more about our mission and history.
Support GBYO
Help us reach our seasonal fundraising goal of $60,000 by donating, sponsoring a concert, or advertising in our program.
Contributions help us sustain our programs, work with excellent artists, and offer financial assistance to many families.
Fall concert
Sunday November 16
12pm noon
Macky Auditorium
Featuring the three orchestras and Wind Ensemble of the Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras.
Join GBYO!
The next round of auditions are due October 28. Audition now and join us after the first concert!
Open to winds, brass, percussion, and strings, up to age 21.
What people are saying
about GBYO
“GBYO has connected me to some wonderful musicians, and has enabled me to engage with my instrument at a higher level, ultimately deepening my love for music and influencing me to pursue it in the future.”
“I especially love the community of fellow musicians and mentors that surround every musician including me.”
“The concert was stunning yesterday. Thank you so much for what this organization is for all these kids. It’s amazing.”
“My first rehearsal was an absolute blast and I told myself ‘this is the best day I’ve ever had.’”
“GBYO is incredibly important to me.”
Three Orchestras, Wind Ensemble, and Chamber Music
Ensembles
Artistic Team
Get to know GBYO
Questions
2025/26 Season
Welcome to our 16th season!
Rehearsals take place Monday evenings at Mt. View United Methodist Church, 355 Ponca Place, Boulder, CO.
Rehearsal Schedule
Sinfonia: 4:30-6:00 PM
Philharmonic (Strings, Winds, Brass): 4:45-5:30 PM
Philharmonic (Strings Only): 5:30-6:15 PM
Wind Ensemble: 5:30-6:45 PM
Symphony (Strings Only): 6:30-7:00 PM
Symphony (Strings, Winds, Brass): 7:00-8:30 PM
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