Tanglewood Institute Young Artists Orchestra

The **Tanglewood Institute Young Artists Orchestra**, run by the world-renowned **Boston Symphony Orchestra**, is an elite summer **arts program** for advanced high school musicians. Set at the iconic Tanglewood Music Center, home of a premier summer music festival, this intensive **performing arts** experience focuses on orchestral **music** at the highest level. Talented students in grades 9–12 rehearse and perform in a professional festival environment, surrounded by leading artists, guest conductors, and inspiring peers from across the country. During the program, students receive daily **orchestral training**, sectionals, and coaching from BSO musicians and distinguished faculty. Participants sharpen ensemble skills, sight-reading, and audition preparation while learning how a professional festival orchestra operates. Beyond the concert hall, students attend masterclasses, open rehearsals, and festival performances in **music**, **theater**, and related **creative arts**, gaining a broader understanding of how different **performing arts** and even **visual arts** disciplines intersect. Informal networking with visiting artists and fellow high-level players helps students build lasting connections in the classical music world. **Key benefits for students and families include:** - Advanced skill development in orchestral performance and musicianship - Mentorship from professional BSO players and guest conductors - Strong material for resumes, arts supplements, and audition portfolios Participation in the Tanglewood Institute Young Artists Orchestra stands out on **high school** and college applications, especially for students considering **music** performance, education, or broader **arts** and **creative arts** majors. Students develop discipline, confidence, and collaboration skills that translate to any academic or artistic path. Motivated high school musicians who already perform in school or youth orchestras and want a pre-professional festival experience should apply. For teens passionate about **performing arts**—whether they also explore **theater** or **visual arts**, or focus solely on orchestral **music**—this program offers a rare chance to learn at the source of one of the world’s leading orchestras and experience summer at Tanglewood in an unforgettable way.