Benjamin Zander and Brian Bell discuss Mahler's 1st Symphony

Insights into Schumann, Mendelssohn, and Elgar

The biggest takeaway from the evening was the superb quality of the BPO’s playing: each of the orchestra’s readings were rhythmically alert, emotionally vivid, and glossed with high polish.

Why should you attend the November Wagner concert?

Audience members reflect on the opening concert of the 2015-2016 season.

BPYO members reflect on the opening concert of the 2015-2016 season.

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?