Youth Orchestra Pleased to Begin a New Season, Empowering the Next Generation of Musicians and Elevating Equity in Music

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The New Hope Orange County Orchestra is excited to announce the launch of a new season focused on empowering young musicians (ages nine and up) with a dynamic repertoire from Bach to Beyoncé. This initiative addresses the critical underrepresentation of minorities in orchestras, where roughly only 2.4% of musicians identify as Black or Latino.

Led by the highly respected conductor Dr. Charles Dickerson, the orchestra provides an  inclusive and comprehensive musical education. Open to musicians of all skill levels, the free  program requires no auditions, making it accessible to all aspiring young artists. The New Hope  Orange County Orchestra offers a unique platform for artistic development, personal growth,  and celebrating cultural identity. 

The orchestra's mission is to broaden musical horizons while affirming cultural heritage, equipping young musicians with the skills, confidence, and leadership to foster systemic change and promote inclusivity in music. 

We warmly invite you to an informative orientation presentation and registration event, where you'll learn more about the program and its opportunities: 

Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024 

Time: 6:30 PM 

Location: New Hope Presbyterian Church 

Address: 2580 W Orange Ave, Anaheim, CA 92804 

For more information please contact Chantrell Lewis at contact@chantrelllewis.com Or Chineta Goodjoin at 864 706 8260.