The Glendale Youth Orchestra (GYO), led by Music Director and Conductor Henry Shin, will present "My Country 'Tis of Thee" celebrating the nation's 250th year with a program of American voices, old and new.

Program

• Antonín Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E minor, "From the New World"
• Jabe Bell: Memoriam (world premiere) [GYO Alumnus]
• Charles Ives, orch. William Schuman: Variations on "America"
• Leonard Bernstein: Overture to West Side Story

The Glendale Youth Orchestra (GYO) is one of Los Angeles Counties leading independent youth orchestras. Our mission is based on the belief that our young people have a better chance of succeeding in their world if they appreciate and participate in its rich artistic and cultural traditions. GYO provides young musicians ages 10-23 from all over L.A. County with a unique opportunity to play classical music.