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Course description

The Calgary Youth Orchestra (CYO) is the flagship orchestra in Mount Royal Conservatory's Orchestral Program.

Internationally recognized as one of Canada's leading youth orchestras, the CYO provides solid training in orchestral playing. CYO alumni can be found in such world-renowned ensembles as the New York Philharmonic, the Cleveland Orchestra, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, as well as all major Canadian orchestras. Along with Classical masterworks, the CYO’s repertoire often includes Light Classics, Jazz, Klezmer, Film music and other types of popular music.

Notes

Calgary Youth Orchestra Society

The CYO is supported by the Calgary Youth Orchestra Society, an independent not-for-profit society that works to provide enhances performance opportunities for the Orchestra. All CYO student members and their parents or guardians automatically become members of the Society.

About CYO Fees

The Mount Royal Conservatory registration fee contributes to the Conservatory's cost for the conductor, office space, rehearsal space and setup, music library, theatre services, secretarial support services, and many aspects of administration. The Calgary Youth Orchestra fee helps to pay for the part-time Orchestra Manager, guest musicians, clinicians, music rental, music purchases, concert hall rentals, advertising and promotion, and so on. In cases of financial hardship, students are encouraged to apply for Conservatory Special Scholarships (hyper link to form), which may cover all or part of the Conservatory fee. Additionally, please check with the Conservatory for payment options. Members of the CYO for whom payment of the CYO fee is a financial burden should apply in writing, to the CYO Society President, c/o Po Yeh, Orchestra Manager, for consideration of a reduction or waiver of fees. All applications will be kept in the strictest confidence. For more information, please email cyo@mtroyal.ca

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Select a section to register
Section title
CYO - Calgary Youth Orchestra
Type
G - Group Classes
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Sep 06, 2025 to Dec 13, 2025
Type
G - Group Classes
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Jan 10, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
108.0
Delivery options
Group Classes (Conservatory)  
Course Fee(s)
TV17 non-credit $599.00
Additional Fee(s)
VCYO $400.00 Mandatory
Instructors
Section Notes
  • Please note that an audition is required before registering for this ensemble.
  • Hours are inclusive of all rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and concerts. 
  • A detailed schedule will be received upon acceptance.
  • No rehearsals: October 11, December 20, 27, 2025, January 3, February 14, and April 4, 2026. 
Section title
CYO - Calgary Youth Orchestra
Type
G - Group Classes
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Sep 06, 2025 to Dec 13, 2025
Type
G - Group Classes
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Jan 10, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
108.0
Delivery options
Group Classes (Conservatory)  
Course Fee(s)
TV17 non-credit $299.50
Additional Fee(s)
VCYO $400.00 Mandatory
Instructors
Section Notes
  • This section is for Academy Students ONLY. 
  • Please note that an audition is required before registering for this ensemble.
  • Hours are inclusive of all rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and concerts. 
  • A detailed schedule will be received upon acceptance.
  • No rehearsals: October 11, December 20, 27, 2025, January 3, February 14, and April 4, 2026. 
Section title
CYO - Calgary Youth Orchestra
Type
G - Group Classes
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Jan 10, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
58.5
Delivery options
Group Classes (Conservatory)  
Course Fee(s)
TV17 non-credit $299.50
Additional Fee(s)
VCYO $400.00 Mandatory
Instructors
Section Notes
  • This is a half year Winter section: January to May.
  • Please note that an audition is required before registering for this ensemble.
  • Hours are inclusive of all rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and concerts. 
  • A detailed schedule will be received upon acceptance.
  • No rehearsals: January 3, February 14, and April 4, 2026. 

Auditions Information

Auditions for the 2025-26 season are now open. Acceptance into the orchestra is by competitive audition early June each year and is open to students aged 14 to 24. Applicants must fill out the CYO Audition Form and sign-up for an audition date and time using the links below. Auditions will take place between June 2 - June 11, 2025. Please make sure to read all the information carefully and be sure you are aware of the audition requirements.

All students, new and returning, are required to audition for CYO. Please fill out the Audition Information Form linked above before selecting an audition time. If you have any questions or concerns regarding auditions, please contact Audition Assistant Shellbie Chayeski at schay598@mtroyal.cafor assistance.

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