Indianapolis Youth Orchestra
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The Indianapolis Youth Orchestra (formerly known as the New World Youth Orchestras) is an organization in Indianapolis, Indiana that exists "to develop the musical talent and nurture the personal growth of young people in Indianapolis and central Indiana through the rehearsal and performance of orchestral masterworks, both traditional and contemporary." The Indianapolis Youth Orchestra was founded by Susan Kitterman in 1982 and currently consists of three separate orchestras:
- Indianapolis Youth Symphony Orchestra, directed by Adam Bodony
- Indianapolis Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, directed by Dan Whisler
- Indianapolis Youth Concert Orchestra, directed by Johanna Kitchell
The Symphony and Philharmonic play three concerts every year, all of which are held at Hilbert Circle Theatre in downtown Indianapolis. Concert orchestra performs at the Indiana Historical Society in the fall and joins the other orchestras for two performances in the spring. All three orchestras participate in the season finale at the Hilbert Circle Theatre which takes place usually on Mother's day.