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September

Amati Strings
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Sep 07, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Amati Strings
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Sep 14, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Sep 21, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Sep 28, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

October

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Oct 05, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Amati Strings
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Oct 12, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Amati Strings
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Oct 19, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Fall Concert
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Oct 26, 2025

Fall Concert

NOYO's Amati Strings, Sinfonietta Strings, and Philharmonia Orchestra perform autumnal selections. Tickets available online HERE and at the door.

November

Symphonic Band
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Nov 09, 2025

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Wind Symphony
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Nov 09, 2025

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Amati Strings
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Nov 09, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Wind Symphony
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Nov 16, 2025

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Nov 16, 2025

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Amati Strings
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Nov 16, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Wind Symphony
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Nov 23, 2025

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Nov 23, 2025

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Amati Strings
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Nov 23, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

December

Wind Symphony
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Dec 07, 2025

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Dec 07, 2025

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Dec 07, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Wind Symphony
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Dec 14, 2025

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Dec 14, 2025

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Dec 14, 2025

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

January

Wind Symphony
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Jan 04, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Jan 04, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Amati Strings
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Jan 04, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Symphonic Band
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Jan 11, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Wind Symphony
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Jan 11, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Amati Strings
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Jan 11, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Wind Symphony
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Jan 18, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Jan 18, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Jan 18, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Winter Concert
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Jan 25, 2026

Winter Concert

NOYO's Amati Strings, Sinfonietta Strings, and Philharmonia Orchestra perform their winter selections. Tickets available online HERE or at the door.

Winter Concert
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Jan 25, 2026

Winter Concert

NOYO's Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony perform their winter selections. Tickets available online HERE or at the door.

February

Symphonic Band
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Feb 01, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Wind Symphony
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Feb 01, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Amati Strings
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Feb 01, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Wind Symphony
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Feb 08, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Feb 08, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Feb 08, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Symphonic Band
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Feb 15, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Wind Symphony
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Feb 15, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Amati Strings
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Feb 15, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Wind Symphony
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Feb 22, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Feb 22, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Amati Strings
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Feb 22, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

March

Wind Symphony
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Mar 01, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Symphonic Band
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Mar 01, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Mar 01, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Symphonic Band
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Mar 08, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Wind Symphony
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Mar 08, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Amati Strings
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Mar 08, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Symphonic Band
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Mar 15, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Wind Symphony
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Mar 15, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Amati Strings
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Mar 15, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Symphonic Band
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Mar 22, 2026

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band is an advanced wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Brett Benzin. Symphonic Band musicians play high-level band repertoire with an emphasis on energy and dynamism. NOYO accepts Symphonic Band auditions on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Wind Symphony
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Mar 22, 2026

Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony, directed by Mrs. Rachel Boettler, is an intermediate concert band, the only one of its kind in Lorain County. It affords woodwind, brass, and percussion players the opportunity to play exciting literature in a dynamic instructional context....

Amati Strings
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Mar 22, 2026

Amati Strings

The Amati Strings, directed by Ms. Lelauni McKee, is an ensemble for string musicians with at least one year of playing experience. Amati musicians refine technical fundamentals, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their ensemble musicianship. NOYO accepts Amati Strings auditions...

The Sinfonietta Strings, directed by Mrs. Peggie Willett, is an intermediate strings-only orchestra. In Sinfonietta Strings, musicians refine their technical skills and cultivate the sensitive listening and expressive capabilities that will serve them throughout their lives. NOYO accepts Sinfonietta auditions...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Directed by Daniel Heim, the Philharmonia Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, NOYO’s most advanced traditional ensemble. This orchestra performs standard repertoire and one world premiere by NOYO’s composer-in-residence each season. NOYO accepts Philharmonia Orchestra auditions on all orchestral instruments. *Please...

Spring Concert
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Mar 24, 2026

Spring Concert

NOYO's Wind Symphony & Symphonic Band ensembles perform perennial favorites! Tickets available online HERE or at the door.

Spring Concert
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Mar 29, 2026

Spring Concert

NOYO's Amati Strings, Wind Symphony, Sinfonietta Strings, and Philharmonia Orchestra will perform at Warner Concert Hall in the culmination of NOYO's 2025-26 concert season. The program will include new and familiar works and, notably, the world premiere of the 2025-26...

April

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Advanced NOYO musicians are invited to participate in this small-ensemble program where they will work extensively with Oberlin Conservatory coaches on classic chamber repertoire or improvise with NOYO's Lab Group. The final performance will take place at the BOP STOP...

Spend an afternoon with NOYO's jazz ensemble! Enjoy the rhythm & riffs of the Vanguard Jazz Combo! Free and open to the public.

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Advanced NOYO musicians are invited to participate in this small-ensemble program where they will work extensively with Oberlin Conservatory coaches on classic chamber repertoire or improvise with NOYO's Lab Group. The final performance will take place at the BOP STOP...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Advanced NOYO musicians are invited to participate in this small-ensemble program where they will work extensively with Oberlin Conservatory coaches on classic chamber repertoire or improvise with NOYO's Lab Group. The final performance will take place at the BOP STOP...

May

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Advanced NOYO musicians are invited to participate in this small-ensemble program where they will work extensively with Oberlin Conservatory coaches on classic chamber repertoire or improvise with NOYO's Lab Group. The final performance will take place at the BOP STOP...

Advanced NOYO musicians are invited to participate in this small-ensemble program where they will work extensively with Oberlin Conservatory coaches on classic chamber repertoire or improvise with NOYO's Lab Group. The final performance will take place at the BOP STOP...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Advanced NOYO musicians are invited to participate in this small-ensemble program where they will work extensively with Oberlin Conservatory coaches on classic chamber repertoire or improvise with NOYO's Lab Group. The final performance will take place at the BOP STOP...

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

This jazz ensemble is directed by Mr. Nathan Holaway. Participants will develop practical and theoretical jazz skills and rehearse and perform jazz repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Vanguard Jazz Combo is open to high-school students only.

Advanced NOYO musicians are invited to participate in this small-ensemble program where they will work extensively with Oberlin Conservatory coaches on classic chamber repertoire or improvise with NOYO's Lab Group. The final performance will take place at the BOP STOP...

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