Alwyn Mellor as Brünnhilde and Stefan Vinke as Siegfried, from the BPYO's April 2015 performance of Wagner's Siegfried, Act III.

Benjamin Zander re-introduces Alwyn Mellor to the Boston Philharmonic audience.

BPYO members are asked not only to master their parts and to gain a deep understanding of the musical score, but also to compete weekly leadership assignments from Mr. Zander. Musicians engage in dialogue with Mr. Zander through "white sheets" each week, where they are invited to share their thoughts on all aspects of the music and the rehearsal process, as well as offer feedback and reflections about the leadership assignments and their musical and life experiences.

What makes the BPYO different from other youth orchestras?

Insights into the music

Why should you come to Symphony Hall on November 2nd?

Benjamin Zander recently made an appearance on Boston Neighborhood Network to talk with Chris Lovett about the upcoming Boston Youth Philharmonic concert.

Meet the soloist Ayano Ninomiya, violin.

We all know that Ben Zander has a TED talk...but did you know that Ayano Ninomiya, the soloist in the BPYO's season-opening concert, has a TEDx talk of her own? See what she has to say here, before seeing her onstage on November 2nd.

Ben Zander shares some insight into the programming of the BPO's first concert of the 2015-2016 season.