The AMP Youth Orchestras are the most advanced instrumental ensembles at AMP and are designed for young musicians in middle and high school who are already experienced performers.
Performing both standard symphonic music and musical genres representing the culture of the communities we serve, it is our goal for the AMP Youth Orchestras to become one of the top youth training orchestra programs in the country.
The AMP Youth Orchestras consist of three ensembles: Junior Youth Orchestra I, Junior Youth Orchestra II, and Senior Youth Orchestra. The Senior Youth Orchestra performs national and internationally, including a recent Spring Break trip and artistic exchange to Ottawa, Canada.
- All ensembles include: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, french horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, orchestral percussion, violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
Senior Youth Orchestra level is advanced, performing full symphonic works and music from Level 4 – Level 6.
9th – 12th graders should apply to audition for Senior Youth Orchestra. These players should be comfortable performing advanced music, both string and full symphonic works.
9th – 12th graders who are not comfortable with the Senior Orchestra audition materials may audition for the Junior Youth Orchestra using the Junior Youth Orchestra audition requirements.
9th – 12th graders who are not placed in the Senior Youth Orchestra may be offered the opportunity to perform with one of the Junior Youth Orchestra ensembles.
Registration Fee: $50/child/year ($25 for siblings)
Tuition: Thanks to our generous donors, all participants receive a full scholarship covering tuition fees.
Members of the Senior Youth Orchestra have access to AMP’s College & Career Services and perform locally, nationally, and internationally.
Rehearsals begin on August 25, 2026, and end on April 24, 2027.
Rehearsal Schedule:
- Tuesdays, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
- Saturdays, 11:30am - 1:30pm
AMP Center for Performance & Education 883 Dill Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30310 (attendance is required for both days)