The Orchestra - Our Players
Conductor - Naomi Hnat
Manager - Crystal Du
Events Coordinator - Joanne Vergeer
Christchurch Youth Orchestra - CYO
The CYO is the flagship ensemble of the Christchurch School of Music, made up of top young musicians aged 25 and under.
CYO Experience
Young people inspired through shared musical performance.
Concert program 2025
Concert One - 10 May 2025
Concert Two - 23 August 2025
Concert Three - 29 November 2025
Christchurch Youth Orchestra Presents
'Sounds of Home '
"Sounds of Home"
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music as the Christchurch Youth Orchestra, conducted by Naomi Hnat, takes the stage in the Charles Luney Auditorium on Saturday 29 November at 7pm.
This vibrant programme celebrates the brilliance of homegrown talent alongside timeless classics including:
Symphonie Espagnole – Lalo
Three concerto movements showcasing our own young soloists
Czardas – Monti
Karelia Suite – Sibelius
Variations on a Rococo Theme – Tchaikovsky
Premieres of two original works by orchestra members:
• Te Hihiri o Pukeonaki – Cam Smillie
• Rindu – Aloysius Lau
Celebrate the energy, creativity, and passion of the next generation of musicians in a concert that truly captures the Sounds of Home.
Meccasnismi d'Arte
A huge congratulations to The Christchurch Youth Orchestra for their performance. What an amazing night featuring the world premiere of Dr Patrick Shepherd's work Meccasnismi d'Arte. It was not only an amazing piece, but we were mesmerized by the cello soloist Ashley Brown. We thank Dr Helen Renaud for conducting, leading and mentoring fine musicians. Congratulations to all those who made this significant concert such a success.
Music has a lot of power. It can uplift your consciousness.
It is a salve for all emotional wounds and is a powerful tool of connection.
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