The Orchestra strives for excellence, to improve music skills, self discipline and the ability to perform in a large musical organization. It seeks to enhance interpersonal skills as they relate to musical performance, preparation, behavior and responsibility. NYSO also brings musical opportunities to underserved groups in our communities.
Membership is open to all students regardless of race, creed, color, gender, or financial status.
NYSO is made up of over 120 young musicians from over 30 Northshore and Merrimack Valley communities. NYSO meets every Monday afternoon during the school calendar year at Ipswich High School. Registration and the first semester fee is due at the second rehearsal. Late fees will be assigned if payments are made after October 1. Limited scholarship assistance is available to those families for whom the fee structure presents a financial hardship.