The goals of the InterSchool Orchestras of New York are:

• To provide a graded, systematic orchestral education program for children of all ages and ablilities, bringing together students from all economic, cultural and racial backgrounds to play orchestral and chamber music;
  
  

• To encourage and educate school children to pursue high standards in the performance of this music; to enjoy its pleasures both as performers and as listeners; to supply expertise and advice to parents and children seeking musical information and guidance;
  
  

• To stimulate and assist schools in developing instrumental programs; to support schools with continuing music programs; to supply expertise, staff and advice to achieve these ends.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Upcoming Auditions for the 2008-2009 season will take place on June 3, 4 and 5
Please contact the ISO office at 212-410-0370 for more information.

Read the exciting article about American Youth Orchestras that specifically mentions ISO
The Next Generation by Stephanie Crease, ISO Parent
Symphony Magazine
March/April 2008

Earn 10% discount off your tuition fee when you recruit a friend into an ISO ensemble.

Symphony Space Spring Concerts

Thursday, May 1, 2008
Carnegie Hill Orchestra
Morningside Orchestra
ISO at Turtle Bay Orchestra

Monday, May 5, 2008
Concert Orchestra
Talented Unlimited Concert Choir

Tuesday, May 6, 2008
ISO Symphonic Band
Columbia University Wind Ensemble